Amazing Places to Bungy Jumping
Bhote Khosi Bungee, Nepal
In the heart of the Himalayas lie the Bhote Khosi River, both a source of life for the locals and a source of adventure for tourists wanting to white water raft. That is not the only adventure opportunity the river offers though, as right above it is a special suspension bridge used for bungee jumping. With spectacular sights of the surrounding jungle and the rushing rapids below, you will find this to be truly thrilling bungee jump experience.
Victoria Falls Bridge, Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls Bridge straddles the two South African countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe, and is situated amidst the spectacular Victoria Falls, which is one of the largest waterfalls in the world and home to a wide range of biodiversity. It is a superb setting for bungee-jumping; in fact, it is considered to be one of the highest bungee jumps in the world. Enjoy the spectacular views of two countries as well as a thrilling bungee jump experience, all at the same time!
However, the councillors in Kinross and Perth did not let it go ahead without imposing a few conditions, which include one point that jumping before 10 AM should be prohibited, and another that after dark jumps should be reduced to three per month. It is also implied here that if the project does not turn out a commercial success, the platform is required to removed completely to restore the bridge to the council.
Meanwhile, the firm behind the plans, the Highland Fling expects a surge of thrill seekers in the area following the start of the operations. A spokesman for Highland Fling, Murray Trail said that the area was obviously incredibly picturesque, which was one of the main reasons behind their choosing the site.
A car hire rental company serving both international and national tourists across the United Kingdom, Car-Hire-UK has welcomed the new development saying that it was a great step towards the promotion of adventure tourism in the country. The company added that they were providing cheap car rentals at the Dundee City, the nearest international air terminal to the proposed bungee jump spot.
What we refer to today as bungee jumping apparently got its start on April 1, 1979. Not exactly your typical April Fool’s joke. The jump was made by five members of the “Oxford University Dangerous Sports Club” off a 250-ft suspension bridge in Bristol, England. While they were arrested a short while after their jump, that didn’t stop them. They even went on to jump from landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge.
Commercial bungee jumping didn’t get it’s official start until 1986 however. Since that time millions of people have tried bungee jumping in hundreds of different places around the world. It has truly become an extreme sport and one that only the daring will attempt.
As to the difference between bungee and bungy jumping, bungee tends to be more of a freefall experience with a little bit of a rougher ride while bungy is a little smoother of a ride and lower velocity. Either way you are going for a ride. So make sure your harnesses are fully secured, take a deep breathe and get ready for the time of your life. No, I insist, after you…
Bungee jumping is a bit different because you are bouncing around everywhere, which makes this attraction more exciting. Starting from a high construction, bridge, cliff, hot-air-balloon or even a helicopter, you are tied up to an elastic rope that enables you to keep bouncing back. It is not suitable for people with stomach problems and height frightness. Of course, there is a risk of big injuries but they very rarely happen, so our advice is take your jump from a well known area.
The downside of bungee jumping is that is has been shown to increase stress and decrease immune function, that is of course if you are doing this several times a year, you won’t have a problem with trying it a few times. Yes, this is another experience filled with adrenalin, but that is what we are aiming for, because if you are living a free life you will have a free soul and a happy mind. The tallest bungee is Macau Tower in China reaching the height of 233 meters (You can see how the jump looks like in the video below).
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