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Bungee
jumping is leaping from a fixed location such as a crane, platform, bridge,
or cliff and breaking the fall with a bungee cords—an elastic-type rope—that
is attached to the ankles. Jumps take place from heights of 25 to 200
m (80 to 650 ft). After the jumper begins falling, the bungee cord pays
out behind the jumper's feet. When it is fully extended, the cord breaks
the jumper's fall, stretching to minimize the jolt of the stop. The United
States Bungee Association (USBA) estimates that more than 7 million bungee
jumps have been made since the late 1980s, making bungee jumping one of
the most popular extreme sports. Bungee jumping is most commonly done
from specially designed platforms and under the supervision of a licensed
company. It is considered one of the least dangerous activities of the
extreme sports. The
ultimate thrill of a bungee jumping can now be experienced in Nepal at
one of the best sites in the world. Nepal's first bungee jumping site
is situated 160 meters over River Bhote Koshi. The site is located close
to the Nepal-Tibet border and is a three-hour bus ride from Kathmandu.
A package tour including the jump with bus ride to the site and lunch
can be arranged from Kathmandu. Nepalese are entitled to a 30 percent
discount. Accommodation and other facilities are available in Barhabise.
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| Bungee Jumping |
Bungee Jumping
in Nepal |
Bhote Koshi where
Bungee jumping is done |
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