BUNGEE JUMPI NG B u n g e e j u m p i n g \u2013 dive from the giddy height of a towering fixed structure while an elastic cord secures you and keeps you suspended just inches above the ground level at the end of the leap. What leaves most people breathless during a bungee venture are the rebounds that occur due to the stretching and snapping of the cord. Bungee jumping was first practiced as a rite of passage for the youths of Pe n t e c o s t I s l a n d i n Va n u a t u. Since the modern times, several records have been made and broken by bungee-jumpers world over. The G u i n n e s s B o o k o f Wo r l d R e c o r d s of theh i g h e s t b u n g e e j u m p was by AJ Hackett fromM a c a u To w e r o f C h i n a from an altitude of 233 meters. 2 0 . P u e r t o Va l l a r t a , M e x i c o \ u 2 0 1 3 1 2 0 f t ( 3 7 m )
P u e r t o Va l l a r t a is more than a resort with its countless scopes for adventure sports in its jungles, beaches and cultural getaways. You can accept the allure of the lushgreen waters of Banderas Bay by taking a bungee jump from the adjacent cliffs for $55.00 between 10 am to 6 pm. The superior quality of the jumping equipments allows you to enjoy a safe thrill.
19. Ledge Urban Bungee, Queenstow n NZ \u2013 154 ft ( 47m )
Queenstow n offers a perfect combination of wild adventures and serene beauty. The Ledge Urban site is known for its unique runaway jumping style whereby you can catch a glimpse of the nighttime beauty of Queenstown. The bungee harness helps you to adopt any posture during the free fall and enjoy a maddening rush of adrenaline .
18. Longqing Gorge Bungee, China \u2013 164 ft ( 50m )
With its green mountains, caves and clear water, L o n g q i n g G o r g e of northeast Yanqing County is an amazing natural spot for trekking and cruising. However, nothing matches up to bungee jumping. Just gear up some courage and take the plunge. Let your friends capture your action in a camera that you can treasure for a lifetime .
17. Graskop Gorge, South Africa \u2013 197 ft/ 262 ft (60 m/ 80 m)
As a potential bungee jumping site, G r a s k o p G o r g e offers you a peerless freefall from a height of 1819 stories of Foefie slide. As you leap off, the cord will take you across the entire width of the gorge in a single sweep. Catch the spectacular beauty of the Graskop Falls as you trail across in the super-fast zipline like a bird. 1 6 . A l t a V i l a To w e r, B r a s i l / B H – 2 3 3 f t ( 7 1 m )
The A l t a V i l a T o w e r of Nova Lima attracts site seers and bungee jumpers alike since it commands a
breathtaking view of the mountain-surrounded B e l o Horizonte. 15. Corinth Canal, Greece – 260 ft (79 m)
The C o r i n t h C a n a lworks as a connector between mainland Greece and the Peloponnese. If you like to plunge down to the canal’s depth, just take a bungee jump from the bridge. This is a regular weekend sport organized by the Zulu Bungee in the summer months. 1 4 . C o l o r a d o R i v e r, C o s t a R i c a – 2 7 9 f t ( 8 5 m )
The C o l o r a d o R i v e r is chiefly the haunt of the hobby fishers though its bridge is an excellent bungee jumping site as well. There are both normal and special all-day long bungee jumping schedules offered by Tropical Bungee to give you diverse ranges of experiences at the highest safety levels.
1 3 . T h e P i p e l i n e B u n g y, N e w Z e a l a n d – 3 3 5 f t ( 1 0 2 m)
As you undertake the four seconds of free fall from the longest single span suspension bridge over the raging Shotover River, your heart skips a beat. At the close of these four second, you hang dangerously close to the foamy waters only to be secured in a boat and brought to the shore at the end of the oscillations.
1 2 . P o n t d e Po n s o n n a s , F r a n c e – 3 3 8 f t ( 1 0 3 m )
If you deem suspension bridges as the most exciting bungee jumping spots, this is something you can positively rave about. The old dilapidated P o n t d e Po n s o n n a s B r i d g e has been now replaced by concretebuilt arch Ponsonnas Bridge to give you an even safer bungee jumping experience. 1 1 . N e v i s H i g h w i r e B u n g y, N e w Z e a l a n d – 4 4 0 f t (134 m)
The jump pod overlooking the roaring N e v i s R i v e r holds an irresistible attraction for the lovers of bungee jumping. This incredible 8.5 seconds of freefall offers you an exciting scope to span the Nevis Valley. Nevis Highwire Bungy shuttles the jumpers to the glass-paneled jump pod to help them have an unforgettable experience.
10. Navajo Bridges, USA – 467 ft (142 m)
of Marble Canyon spans across Navajo Bridge the C o l o r a d o R i v e r right over the Grand Canyon. The autumnal beauty of its natural setting makes it a lovely
bungee jumping spot in late September. The advantage of the superb elevation of the Navajo Bridge is coupled with a unique sense adventure that you associate with bungee jumping. 9 . Pe r r i n e B r i d g e , U S A – 4 8 6 f t ( 1 4 8 m )
You do not need a permit for year round bungee jumping from this bridge connecting the Twin Falls area to the Jerome County. You can find several BASE jumping compeers to share the excitement . 8 . V i c t o r i a Fa l l s B r i d g e , Z a m b i a – 5 0 0 f t ( 1 5 2 m )
The Victoria Falls Bridge over Zambezi River connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia is reckoned a perfect spot by bungee jumpers to get a close brush of the spraying falls. Once you jump off, the fall may seem to rush up to you
at a maddening pace but you can trust the ankle and body harnesses for their full-proof security.
7 . Po n t e C o l o s s u s , I t a l y – 5 0 0 f t ( 1 5 2 m )
You will find this 350 m long bridge awe-inspiring and an inspiring spot for an energetic sport like bungee jumping. It will take you an average of almost 4.5 seconds for the first fall. You need a lot of nerve power to sustain the 100 km/ hr vertical velocity of the free fall.
6. The Last Resort, Nepal – 525 ft (160 m)
It gives you a scope to look and jump off from the longest N e p a l e s esuspension bridge across one of the scariest tropical gorges, with the Bhote Kosi River rumbling below. You can remain in air for a long time during your free fall amid the charming valley sights.
5. Niouc, Sw itzerland – 623 ft (190 m) N i o u c holds the record for t h e highest bungee j u m p i n g s p o t i n E u r o p e . Discover the wild side of Switzerland as you go for an entire array of holiday activities, with bungee jumping topping the list.
4. Bloukrans Bridge, South Africa – 710 ft (216 m)
This unique highest single span arch bridge adds much to the giddy raptures of bungee jumping. Look ahead to the instructions by the jump experts, the tantalizing countdown before the plunge and the smoothest recoils owing to the pendulum bungee technology that makes it bungee jumping venue the highest commercial internationally.
3 . Ve r z a s c a D a m , Va l Ve r z a s c a , S w i t z e r l a n d – 7 2 1 ft (220 m)
Ever since the famous J a m e s B o n dstunt in the movie ‘Golden eye’ , this high arch hydroelectric dam has been one of the favorite haunts for bungee jumpers. You require an advance reservation, a medical check and of course, the proper height and weight proportions for stepping into the shoes of 007.
2 . M a c a u To w e r, C h i n a – 7 6 4 f t ( 2 3 3 m )
This 338 m tall tower holds the provisions for an observation deck for relaxing as well as for undertaking daring sports like bungee jumping or ‘sky jumping’ as it actually feels like. It counts among one of the giddiest entertainments that M a c a u has to offer to its visitors and locals.
1.Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge, USA – 1053 ft (321 m)
Hanging above the A r k a n s a s R i v e r , this s u s p e n d e d b r i d g e is an all-time favorite bungee-jumping spot because of its amazing height. It spans over the Royal Gorge Route Railway and has a wooden plank-way for a breathtaking walk across the river.
