Take the Leap at These Places to Bungy Jump in New Zealand
New Zealand is the birthplace of the bungy jump, so to go home without doing one would almost be an insult to the country and an insult to your gap year.
On a brighter note, it’s extremely easy to find a good bungy jump. Because New Zealand is very pleased by the fact they gave the world this awesome adrenaline activity, there is pretty much a bungy jump around every corner. Whether it’s jumping into the ocean, jumping into a river, jumping in pairs, doing the highest jump or the smallest jump, New Zealand will accommodate your jumping needs.
Just to give you an idea of the bungy jumping possibilities in New Zealand, here’s a list of some epic bungy jumping locations.
1. The Nevis Bungy
If you have a go big or go home mantra, then how about doing the third highest bungy jump in the world? Jump from 134m (440ft) from the stunning Nevis canyon on the Nevis Bungy. Even getting on the gnarly Nevis Road is an adrenaline activity! Find out more about the Nevis Bungy on Viator and Tripadvisor. For more fun things to do in Queenstown, see 10 Queenstown Must-Dos.
Location: Queenstown, South Island
© eyeintim2. Rotorua Bungy
Bungy jumping on a budget? This 43m (141ft) bungy is the option for cheap thrills. Jump from 43m above the Velocity Valley Adventure Park where you can do it all: jet boat, giant swing, free fall and “Shweeb”. Check out Velocity Valley tickets and reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Additionally, find out more about that last one in 9 Newest and Weirdest Extreme Activities in New Zealand
Location: Agroventures Adventure Park, Rotorua
© Agroventures Adventure Park3. The Auckland Harbour Bridge Bungy
The Auckland Bridge Bungy gives you the chance to plunge into the ocean from a great height – 40m (131ft) to be exact. Leap with a view of the big city while local boaties cruise past and question your sanity! Check out the Auckland Bridge Bungy on Viator and Tripadvisor. Additionally, find out more awesome things to do in Auckland in 8 Adrenalin Activities in Auckland.
© Tourism NZ4. Taupo Bungy
Submerge into the water from 47m (154ft) by yourself or with a friend. It’s nice to share the feeling of exhilaration or pure fear. Plus, you can dunk your head for a refreshing finish! Find out more about things to do in Taupo in The Complete Guide to Taupo.
© Robert Engberg5. Hanmer Springs Bungy Jump
As the lowest bungy in New Zealand, it’s best to just tell people at home that you did a bungy jump don’t go into details… Nevertheless, the Hanmer Springs Bungy from a historic bridge in an alpine river valley setting is a pretty stunning jumping location! Check out the Hanmer Springs Bungy on Viator and Tripadvisor. Plus, find more awesomeness in The Complete Travel Guide to Hanmer Springs.
Location: Hanmer Springs, South Island
© dws~116. Kawarau Bridge Bungy
Where it all began: you too can jump from the world’s first commercial bungy jump, which launched in 1988. The Kawarau Bridge Bungy still a majorly popular place to jump today, and is definitely an awesome option for those ticking items off their bucket list! Find out more about this bungy jump on Viator and Tripadvisor.
Location: Queenstown, South Island
© AJ Hackett7. The Ledge Bungy
Bungy jump, however, the hell you want. The Ledge Bungy is attached around your waist allowing you to spin/flip/fall in your own way. Try jumping at night to see the lights of Queenstown as you fall. Head to Viator and Tripadvisor to learn more about The Ledge Bungy.
Location: Queenstown, South Island
© Tourism NZWant to Fall Further?
Try one of the 12 Places to Tandem Skydive in New Zealand or one of these adrenaline activities:
- 7 Places to Jet Boat in New Zealand
- 7 Places to go White Water Rafting in New Zealand
- Adrenaline Activities in New Zealand
Plus, check out alternative experiences in the 101 Things to Do in New Zealand: The Ultimate List.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across New Zealand and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Tourism New Zealand (General travel advice - Updated [2024])
- Adventure Mark (Health and Safety Audit - Updated [2024])
- Work Safe NZ (Adventure Activities Guidelines - Updated [2024])
- Department of Conservation (Tracks, hikes, campsites and more - Updated [2024])
- AdventureSmart (Know before you go - Update [2024])
- NZ Māori Tourism (Official Māori Tourism platform - Updated [2024])
- Tourism Export Council New Zealand (Tourism trade association - Updated [2024])
- TIA (Independent tourism association - Updated [2024])
- Tiaki Promise (Care for people place and culture - Updated [2024])
- Council websites and freedom camping maps (Local travel advice region by region - Updated [2024])
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