Bloukrans Bridge Bungy is a commercial bungee‑jumping operation conducted from the Bloukrans Bridge, a concrete arch bridge that spans the Bloukrans River on the border between the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces of South Africa. The jump site is situated in the Tsitsikamma region of the Garden Route, approximately 10 km inland from the coastal town of Nature's Valley.
Height and Record
The jump is performed from a platform located on the bridge deck at a height of 216 metres (708 ft) above the river gorge, making it the highest commercially operated bungee jump in the world as recognised by multiple tourism and adventure‑sport organisations.
Operator
The activity is operated by Face Adrenalin (formerly Face the Edge), a South‑African adventure‑tourism company that manages the booking, safety procedures, and on‑site equipment for the jump.
History
- The Bloukrans Bridge was completed and opened to vehicular traffic in 1990.
- In the same year, Face Adrenalin inaugurated the bungee‑jumping operation, establishing the site as the first bridge‑based commercial bungee jump in Africa.
Jump Procedure and Safety
Participants undergo a safety briefing, are fitted with a harness and a 80 mm elastic cord, and are secured to a steel attachment point on the bridge structure. The jump duration is approximately 7 seconds, after which the jumper rebounds and is lowered back to the platform via a winch system. The operation complies with South African health‑and‑safety regulations and is subject to regular equipment inspections.
Visitor Statistics
Since its inception, the Bloukrans Bridge Bungy has facilitated more than 500 000 jumps (figures reported by the operator up to the early 2020s), attracting both domestic and international adventure tourists.
Accessibility
The jump site is accessed via the N2 highway, with parking and a visitor centre located adjacent to the bridge. The surrounding area offers additional activities such as canyoning, hiking, and wildlife observation within the adjacent Tsitsikamma National Park.
