The ultimate thrill of a bungee jump can be experienced in Nepal at one of the best site that this sport can boast of anywhere in the world. Nepal has offer the third highest Bungee Jump site in the world, situated 160 meters over the wild River Bhote Koshi which invites you to experience in the surroundings of this amazing place. The jump is situated near to the Tibet border amidst spectacular mountain scenery and lush vegetations. The gorge sides are lush with vegetation and jagged rocks which gives you the ultimate adrenaline rush. The bridge was designed by one of New Zealand’s leading bungee consultants, and is operated by some of the most experienced jump masters in the business. It’s mishap-proof. The agency takes safety “very, very seriously”.
Every year thousands of people come to Nepal to do this jump and walk away from it having had the experience of their life time. By taking part in this activity, it’s a good and fun way to round out your experience in Nepal. So join in the fun and experience the ultimate adrenalin rush, it will give you something to really tell your friends back home…..and you can even get the t-shirt to prove it! It is a perfect way of wild adventure.
Location
Less than 3 hours outside Kathmandu by Ultimate Bungee Shuttle. You will travel the Arniko (Kathmandu/Lhasa) Highway to within 12km of the Tibet Border and the famous Friendship Bridge.
The Gorge
Ultimate Bungee Nepal takes place on a 166m wide steel suspension bridge over the Bhote Koshi River.
The Bridge
The Bridge is Swiss designed, especially for bungee jumping with a 4x safety factor. The bridge has a loading factor of 250kg per running meter. This means that the bridge will hold 250 x 166 = 41,500kg or 4.5 tones. And… Those are Swiss measurements! * Over 6000 meters of steel wire was used to build the bridge * Longest suspension bridge in Nepal * the bridge joins two sides of a great valley. Before its construction, locals walked five hours to cross this river gorge.