Bungee Jumping Launched in Goa (India)

by Kavya Patel Traveller Guide

Goa offers an array of adventure sports to the flowing tourists in the state. This beach destination which is abuzz with activities all-round the year is also home to a new adventure called Bungee Jumping. Goa has many other alternatives for enterprising junkies but Bungee Jumping adds a new dimension to the extent of thrill and adventure this daredevilry brings about. Though Bungee jumping has taken baby steps in Goa, it is comparatively a new activity. If one goes to see there is no fixed time to enjoy bungee jumping as it can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Bungee jumping brings with it a great element of risk as people tied to an elastic rope tend to bounce off from a nose-diving height just before they seem to hit the ground at an alarming speed. Of course, jumpers are guarded by security gears like helmet and harness while operators are compelled to follow the STANZ norms, the sport always poses a question mark when serious heights of 60 to 70meters are in question.

These kinds of acts are not meant for children nor those with heart ailments and suffer from vertigo (a sensation of spinning dizziness when people look down from great heights). Novices in the age group of 10-17 years are required to bring along with a consent form duly signed by their parents or guardians before getting the go-ahead. Precautions need to be taken to ensure that the operators involved have the necessary permissions to conduct bungee jumping as many accidents occur either because of malfunctioning gears or the absence of professionally trained instructors.

If you happen to be in Goa and planning for a bungee jumping stunt head straight to Anjuna beach where a 25-meter high tower is waiting for you. There is Sky high bungee jumping in Baga as well and some centers located around Panaji. A jump full of adventure will cost you Rs 500, which is quite a reasonable rate. One must remember that bungee jumping is not a child’s play and therefore must be attempted only by those who are physically fit and mentally tough. Follow the rules and abide by what the instructor tells you. Don’t try to be a hero but be judicious in flaunting your daredevilry.

Where and How to Book

Some popular points from where you could book your Bungee jump are: FlySports – Anjuna, Tripraja, Sky High and Sea Royal Watersports.