Bungy Jumping., Queenstown

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AJHackett bungy centre

Even if you don't fancy to make a bungy jump, or if you have little time, try to stop here at the new Bungy Centre and have a look around. This is newly rebuilt and nestled into the surrounding rock, a great amount of care has been taken to blend in with the look of the area. There is a very nice café and facilities including an interactive Bungy Dome multimedia show. Very worth while for those especially not jumping. This is the original site of the first commercial Bungy venture, and you can read about the history here in the centre as well as view displays on the actual Bungy systems that are used for jumping. AJ Hackett has a very high quality range of clothing and merchandise, which is very popular. There is a good store withing the centre where you can view and purchase these ranges. I found the items to be very useful and pleasing.

Address: Hwy 6 between Queenstown and Cromwell.

Directions: Head east out of Queenstown, on Hwy 6 towards Cromwell. The Centre is near a high bridge crossing the Kawarau River. It is signposted

Website: www.ajhackett.com


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By dmirebella

on September 18, 2004

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Say hello ..just before the
jump

The final of my 3 (supposedly) bungee jumps - decided to do it close to dusk and boy - personally - despite Nevis being the higher jump -this was the scary one for me .. but then again .. that does not stop me from wanting to do more jumps might I add. Now - any bungee jumper knows the norm is having the cords attached to the feet where a tiny jump off is all that suffices for a rush - not the ledge jump ... here - ones lifeline is attached to the waist and with a small prayer and plenty of guts - you hurl yourself off the ledge and into the unknown (check out my intro page for my ledge jump pic ;-)) Oh - did I mention that the jump is 400 m above Queenstown? p/s: I did this jump twice

Address: cnr of Camp and Shotover St

Directions: Take the gondola to the peak and view other jumpers or do one of your own.

Website: www.ajhackett.com


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By dmirebella

on September 18, 2004

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First jump of 4 ...

Ahhh.. you will never forget the first.. and this being my first bungee - the experiance is simply unbelievable.. not that its going to stop me trying !! Kawarau is a one place where jumpers can opt for tandem or to hit the water heads down (I didnt opt for this as it was FREEZING being early spring in Queenstown and all) but the viewing deck allows for both couch potato action or as an participant to one of the most 'feared for' sport by most ..

Address: Main road, not to far off Gibbston Valley

Website: www.ajhackett.com


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By dmirebella

on September 18, 2004

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Birdeye view - thats me!

More of a must DO activity rather than a must see - bungee was the reason I made the solo journey to NZ and its been well worth the whole package experiance. Well - I did the Thrillogy package of bungee by AJ Hackett and its all thumbs up from me. An adrenaline junkie will have a field day and being no Miss Prissy myself - its a far cry from sky diving - the instant minute fear as you look down 134m above the Nevis River with no more than a piece of latex attached to your feet to catch you as you fall ... great stuff!!

Address: Cnr of Camp and Shotover St

Directions: You have to take the shuttle to the viewing deck and personal transport is not allowed at this area.

Website: www.ajhackett.com

Other Contact: bungyjump@ajhackett.co.nz


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By danielinnz

on October 27, 2004

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Sheer madness....

In my opinion this activity is only for the insane or inebriated (or maybe both). It is however fun to go along and watch the trembling kness and anguished looks of those preparing to jump!! Apparently after your first jump you can't wait to do it again....guess I'll never know!!

Directions: Various locations and operators.


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Updated By dragontml

on March 25, 2004

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bungy ?

'Bungy', the word that quickens the pulse and stirs the imagination, refers to the challenge and excitement of throwing yourself off a bridge or platform high above the ground with your legs attached by a single rubber band. This is the world's first bungy site. Began over 14 years ago. Height : 43 metres / 142 feet This is the only bridge that does tandem and water jumps.

Address: KAWARAU SUSPENSION BRIDGE

Directions: Situated beside the main road not far from Gibbston Valley


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By kiwigal_1

on November 10, 2004

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Bungy Jumping, Kawerau Bridge,
NZ

A J Hackett are the inventor's of the bungy. This picture is taken at the world's first commercial bungy site at the Kawerau Bridge. The location is easy to get to by car and is about 20 minutes drive from Queenstown. The bungy length is 43 metres and it is possible to do a water touch and tandem bungy's. A J Hackett have other sites in Queenstown and other parts of New Zealand so please refer to their website for more details.

Address: Kawerau Bridge

Directions: Various locations and operators.

Website: http://www.ajhackett.com


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By dragontml

on March 25, 2004

Queenstown's only urban bungy, a jump that is 400m above Queenstown. No doubt this jump is the most scenic. You can also jump at night ! Height: 47 metres / 154 feet

Directions: At the top of the Skyline Gondola.


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By dragontml

on March 25, 2004

This operation utilises a cable car system that moves along the wire from the valley walls. The fall takes 8 seconds ! After, you will pull a uniquely designed release system to unclip your feet and leave you in a sitting upright to take in the views while being winched back up. Height: 134 metres / 440 feet

Directions: Compulsory courtesy coach - private road access to the jump site.


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By TomorrowsAngel

on December 13, 2003

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pipeline bungy

Check out the bungy jumping action at one of the five sites around Queenstown. If you're planning a jump, the Bungy Centre (Cnrs Camp & Shotover Sts), provides free transport throughout the day to the sites. It's getting quite pricey these days, so even going and checking out the action without actually jumping is pretty cool. (BTW - when I was growing up, jumps used to be free if you did it naked, too many people took advantage of this deal, and it got stopped a few years back - bummer for the budget backpacker aye)