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Bungy Jumping
Probably Queenstown's most famous thrill-seeking activity is bungy jumping (also known as bungee jumping), where a long elastic cord is attached
to the ankles or harness, and the person jumps off a large height. New Zealand was brought to the forefront of
adventure sport when in 1888 AJ Hackett opened the first commercial bungy jump from the Kawarau Bridge, 43 metres
(141 feet), over the Kawarau river.
Today, a bungy jump off the Kawarau Bridge will cost NZ $150.
The Queenstown area houses three bungy sites, apparently the jump off the top of the gondola was moved around the
mountain due to the graveyard below, and the inappropriate screaming during burials... This particular jump starts
400m, that's 1300ft! over the city, and you can choose to jump normally, or swing over the township, night or day.
Bungy jumping was inspired by David Attenborough's 1950's footage of the land divers of Pentecost Island Vanuatu,
who tied vines to their ankles and jumped off tall platforms as a religious ceremony to bring a good harvest.
This week's featured Bungy Jumping activities in Queenstown are: Featured Bungy Jumping Activities |
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Bungy Jumping - Queenstown - Starting from $205.00 per person
REMEMBER WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU COULDN’T DO IT. WHEN YOU WERE TOO NERVOUS, TOO TIMID, TOO SCARED. THIS WAS NOT FOR YOU. YOU WANTED TO BACK OUT. BUT YOU DIDN’T. YOU TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND STEPPED FORWARD. BECAUSE IF YOU CAN DO THIS, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING.
Home of the World’s First and most famous of leaps, this 43m (141ft) Bungy Jump is still the most popular Bungy site attracting thousands of thrill-seekers every year. Attached by your feet, you can choose to bob above the water, touch... More... |
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Bungy Jumping - Queenstown - Starting from $215.00 per person
REMEMBER WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU COULDN’T DO IT. WHEN YOU WERE TOO NERVOUS, TOO TIMID, TOO SCARED. THIS WAS NOT FOR YOU. YOU WANTED TO BACK OUT. BUT YOU DIDN’T. YOU TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND STEPPED FORWARD. BECAUSE IF YOU CAN DO THIS, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING.
It’s the best rush gravity can give you and the world’s most famous Swing. Go forwards, backwards, upside down, or with a friend, it doesn’t matter just go. Free fall 70m (229ft) towards the valley floor before swinging out in an... More... |
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Bungy Jumping - Queenstown - Starting from $205.00 per person
REMEMBER WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU COULDN’T DO IT. WHEN YOU WERE TOO NERVOUS, TOO TIMID, TOO SCARED. THIS WAS NOT FOR YOU. YOU WANTED TO BACK OUT. BUT YOU DIDN’T. YOU TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND STEPPED FORWARD. BECAUSE IF YOU CAN DO THIS, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING.
This is our unique Freestyle Bungy. The full body harness allows you to run, jump, twist, flip and spin off the Ledge. Choose from the Jump Menu, such as Superman-style, Matrix, or Flying Squirrel. Easy to walk to from the centre of town you... More... |
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Bungy Jumping - Queenstown - Starting from $249.00 per person
Time to get psyched thrill-seekers: You can take an adrenaline-fueled plunge on the Shotover Canyon Swing, an innovative jump system that is equipped with cables and ropes for a breathtaking freefall over the river. Both first-time jumpers and seasoned daredevils will enjoy the experience, which you can do solo or in tandem with a friend. Your professional guide ensures your safety and offers encouragement throughout your time at the Shotover River. More... |
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Bungy Jumping - Queenstown - Starting from $165.00 per person
REMEMBER WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU COULDN’T DO IT. WHEN YOU WERE TOO NERVOUS, TOO TIMID, TOO SCARED. THIS WAS NOT FOR YOU. YOU WANTED TO BACK OUT. BUT YOU DIDN’T. YOU TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND STEPPED FORWARD. BECAUSE IF YOU CAN DO THIS, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING.
At 400m (1312ft) above Queenstown the Ledge Swing takes swinging to a whole new level. Attached to the ropes you will hang out over the rock face. Then pull the cord yourself and swing out over the lake. A mix of emotions: nervous, scared,... More... |
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