Bungee Jumping South Africa

Bungee jumping may these days be a popular adrenalin sport the world over, but once upon a time it used to be a terrifying tribal ritual that boys underwent in order to be considered men by their tribe. Green vines were affixed to bamboo towers and to the feet of the jumpers, who were then supposed to jump as high as possible and fall as far as possible in order to prove themselves worthy of the respect of their elders. Fortunately, since then the art of the bungee jump has evolved greatly and participants may now enjoy a jump without fearing for their lives.

Bungee in South Africa is a very popular pursuit with locals and visitors alike, and understandably so, since we boast the highest commercial bungee jump location on the planet! The awe-inspiring Bloukrans Bungee jump is located on the verdant Garden Route, and measures a whopping 216m in length. Due to the extreme height of the jump traditional ankle harnesses are replaced with a body harness (perfect if you still wish to be ambulatory after your jump) which, combined with a technique dubbed pendulum bungee technology, makes for a comfortable jumping experience. So, if you have ever had the inclination to throw yourself head first off a 216m bridge, this would be the safest place to do so.

Alternatively you could head out to the jump at Krugersdorp Mogale City, which operates from the 50m high Kings Kloof Bridge. Here you can test the limits of your sense of adventure by combining your jump with excursions on a 320m foefie slide, a bridge swing and a full-throttle adventure circuit. Orlando Towers, on the other hand, affords the visitor a unique view of Soweto (South Africa’s largest and most culturally influential informal settlement) as you hold on for dear life whilst swinging between two erstwhile cooling towers.

So, whether you prefer forest scenery or the unique charm of an urban vista, South Africa has the jumping location for you. Simply peruse our selection of activity providers and find the bungee jump that best suits your requirements.

If you have ever wanted to bungee jump Bloukrans is the ultimate destination for you. Just 40km outside of Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route, and situated at the Tsitsikamma Forest Village Market, you will find the ultimate thrill in adrenalin-pumping adventures. Bunjy Bloukrans is the highest bungee jump site from a bridge in the world, and is recognised by the Guinness World Records for this fact. The Bloukrans Bridge is also the highest single span arch bridge in the world – read the story behind this as you wait in line for your turn to jump.

People choose to bungee Bloukrans for a number of reasons. Some think that it may help to cure their fear of heights, but most people do it for the thrill of it and to say that they have jumped the world’s highest bungee jump. Gone are the primitive bungee days when one end of a piece of rope was tied to the bridge and the other to your ankles, and you jumped and hoped for the best. These days you are strapped into and secured in a full body harness for maximum safety and to lessen the impact when the rope reaches its limit and jerks you back up into the air. Bloukrans uses pendulum bungee technology to ensure the smoothest, most comfortable bungee jump possible.

After being strapped into the harness you will be led along a specially designed catwalk that is 216m in length, and suspended beneath the road surface. This leads to the top of the arch, 216m above the Bloukrans River. Upon reaching this point you will be given your final instructions by staff who have the highest levels of experience. They will then start the countdown as you prepare to make your leap and bungee jump Bloukrans.

So if you’re travelling along the Garden Route and want to get even closer to the stunning scenery, this is one thrill that you cannot miss out on. Take a deep breath and prepare to scream as you join the esteemed ranks of those who have jumped before you. Bungee Bloukrans and you’ve bungeed the highest bridge bungee jump in the world.