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Bungee Jumping

Bungee Jumping is a new sport in Thailand and has not quite gained the popularity of other adventure sports. The thrill of a Bungee Jump is definitely incomparable to anything on the planet.

Just thinking about it is madness! But you only live once and if hanging upside down on a cord is your thing then go for it.

So far, there are only 4 well-known Bungee Jumping locations in Thailand. The operators here have been conducting Bungee Jumping for some time and are therefore quite experienced in conducting this activity. Without a doubt this is a very dangerous sport and should not be endeavoured lightly.

The best way to start off your Bungee Jumping experience is to visit the websites of the various operators available. Do check that the service operator you choose does include insurance and ask for emergency procedures ie; if there are nurses and doctors or paramedics on site. Inquiring on emergency procedures such as the location of the closest hospital is definitely a good idea. Also consult a reliable travel agent for recommendations on a reliable service operator.

Central Thailand. Pattaya, located on the east coast of Thailand, a 2-hour drive from Bangkok, is well known for its various sports activity, including Bungee Jumping. There are 2 particular service operators in Pattaya, the Jungle Bungy Jump www.thaibungy.com and the Pattaya Kart Speed Way www.karting-thailand.com. The Pattaya Kart Speed Way is located on Thepprasit Road and offers a number of activities such as Kart Racing, Paint Ball and, of course, Bungee Jumping. Jungle Bungy Jump is located near Jomtien Beach next to a fishing park, 15 minutes away from Pattaya. You can choose to experience traditional Bungee Jumping or, catapult bungy. Night jumping and full moon parties are also on offer here. If you don’t feel like jumping, non-jumpers can relax and witness the action from the garden bar.

Southern Thailand. Phuket Island, located on the southwest coast of the Thai Peninsula in the Andaman Sea, and Samui Island, located on the southeast coast of the Thai Peninsula in the Gulf of Thailand, offer this adrenalin-surging experience.

Ko Samui. Samui Bungee Jumping www.rockyresort.com is the only well known Bungee Jump operator in Samui Island. The experience takes you 50 metres above a 5-metre deep plunge pool in the heart of Chaweng.

Phuket. There are a total of 2 well known Bungee Jump service operators. Jungle Bungy Jump in Kathu district promises to give you “The best fun you can have with your pants on!” with a jump from a 50 metre tower over water. Located halfway between Patong and Phuket Town, the Bungee Jumping site is located on a lakeside setting; a used tin-mine. World Bungy Patong, claims to be Southern Thailand’s highest bungy, located at Soi Kepsap on Patong Beach.

Northern Thailand. Bungee Jumping in northern Thailand is conducted in Chiang Mai at Mae Rim. Jungle Bungy Jump (Chiang Mai) www.junglebungy.com is operated by the owner who has been involved in bungee since its earliest days as a commercial industry in New Zealand. This Bungee Jumping site involves a 50- metre jump above a jungle lagoon. Apurpose-built electronic lift takes you to the jump-off platform.

Bungee Jumping is best conducted during the cool season during November to January. Do avoid the rainy season during June to October when heavy rains are expected. The hot season during March to July, in particular April, is the country’s hottest period. It is not advisable to conduct any type of sport during this period.

References / Service Provider
Unfortunately, there are no common websites to reference Bungee Jumping in Thailand. This type of activity is not listed in the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s website. Best to visit the following websites for more information on Bungee Jumping in Thailand.