Kawarau Bridge Bungy Queenstown: 43 metres above the Kawarau River
From €163 per personAround 1.5 hours if self-driving and approximately 2.5 hours with the Bungy Bus.Final booking with external provider
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The world's historic first commercial bungy

Queenstown adrenaline adventure

Kawarau Bridge Bungy Queenstown: 43 metres above the Kawarau River

★★★★★ 43 m · 1-2.5 hrs duration
From €163 per person minimum age

Kawarau Bridge Bungy Queenstown is the kind of experience that stays with you long after the trip: a 43-metre plunge from the historic bridge above the Kawarau River. Choose a solo or tandem jump, with photos and video included and optional free transport from Queenstown.

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⚡ Optional free Bungy Bus transport from Queenstown. · Prices, times and available options may vary by date.

Choose your date and check the available time, jump type and final price on GetYourGuide. Then decide whether to make your own way there or use the Bungy Bus and review all requirements before booking.

✔ 43-metre bungy jump above the Kawarau River.
✔ Solo and tandem jump options available.
✔ Photos and video of your jump included.
✔ Optional free Bungy Bus transport from Queenstown.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Adrenaline seekers
  • First-time bungy jumpers
  • Couples or friends wanting a tandem jump
  • Travellers interested in a historic bungy jumping location

How long does it take?

Around 1.5 hours if self-driving and approximately 2.5 hours with the Bungy Bus.

What's included?

  • 43-metre Kawarau Bridge Bungy jump
  • Solo or tandem option
  • Possible water touch
  • Photos and video
  • Optional free transport from Queenstown

Is it worth it?

Yes, particularly if you want an adrenaline experience at a historic bungy site in Queenstown. It is rated 4.9/5 from 200 reviews.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Check the age and weight limits before paying, choose between solo and tandem and confirm whether a water touch is available. If you are using the Bungy Bus, verify the exact Queenstown departure point and time.

Jump where bungy history beganTake the leap at the site regarded as the world's first commercial bungy jumping location, one of New Zealand's most recognisable adventure landmarks.
Go solo or jump tandemFace the plunge on your own or share the rush with someone else on a tandem bungy in Queenstown.
Photos and video includedYour media package is included, giving you a vivid reminder of the moment you stepped off Kawarau Bridge.
Easy transport from QueenstownSelect the free Bungy Bus from central Queenstown and focus on the jump rather than the drive.

📖 What the Kawarau Bridge bungy jump is like

Your experience begins at the Kawarau Bungy Centre beside the Kawarau River. The crew gets you ready and checks everything before you step onto the bridge for the 43-metre bungy jump.

Solo and tandem jumps are available. Depending on conditions and the option booked, you may also be able to touch or enter the water at the bottom of the descent.

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Pre-jump preparation with the Kawarau Bungy Centre crew.

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A 43-metre plunge from historic Kawarau Bridge.

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Possible water touch or immersion depending on conditions and jump option.

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A pure adrenaline hit at one of the most important places in bungy jumping history.

Photos and video are included with the experience. Media included

Kawarau Bridge Bungy Queenstown: why choose this jump?

It is especially appealing for adrenaline seekers, first-time bungy jumpers and travellers who want their jump to take place somewhere with genuine historical significance.

The tandem bungy works well for couples or friends who want to share the moment, while the Bungy Bus makes the experience easier for travellers without their own vehicle in Queenstown.

43 metres Solo or tandem Photos and video Bungy Bus

TourBookGo practical verdict

A pure adrenaline hit at one of the most important places in bungy jumping history.

This is a particularly memorable choice if bungy jumping is on your wish list and you want your first leap to happen at a place as iconic as Kawarau Bridge.

43 mjump
4.9/5200 reviews
1-2.5 hrsduration
10+minimum age

🗣️ TourBookGo practical verdict

Rating and key highlights

The activity holds a 4.9/5 rating from 200 reviews. Travellers frequently praise the professional crew, smooth organisation, reassuring approach and the quality of the included photos and videos.

Its standout features include the historic setting, the 43-metre jump above the Kawarau River, solo and tandem options, the included media package and optional Bungy Bus transport from Queenstown.

The Bungy Bus can provide transport from central Queenstown when you select the relevant option. Optional transfer

Price and conditions

From €163 per person

From €163 per person

Check the final price, available time, jump type and availability for your date on GetYourGuide before booking.

Duration1-2.5 hours
LanguageEnglish
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance
Minimum age10 years
Solo weight35-160 kg
Maximum tandem weight235 kg
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Prices, times and available options may vary by date.

The experience takes around 1.5 hours if self-driving and approximately 2.5 hours with the Bungy Bus. 1-2.5 hours

How to book this experience

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Choose a date

Open availability and check updated times, language and conditions.

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Compare options

Check final price, duration, meeting point and what's included.

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Book securely

The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Who is this Queenstown bungy best for?

It is a strong choice for travellers chasing an adrenaline experience, trying their first bungy or wanting to jump somewhere that genuinely matters in the history of the sport.

Children under 10 cannot participate and under-15s must be accompanied. Before booking, it is also worth considering how comfortable you feel with heights and free fall.

Travellers aged 10+ who meet the weight requirements. Adrenaline seekers and first-time bungy jumpers in Queenstown. Couples or friends interested in sharing a tandem jump. Travellers without a vehicle who want to use the Bungy Bus from Queenstown.
Water-touch availability depends on conditions and the option booked. Subject to conditions

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is Kawarau Bridge Bungy Queenstown worth it?
Yes, especially if you want a historic Queenstown bungy with a 43-metre drop and the dramatic Kawarau River below. It is rated 4.9/5 from 200 reviews.
How long does the Kawarau Bungy take?
The experience takes around 1-2.5 hours depending on whether you self-drive or use the Bungy Bus.
What is included with the Kawarau Bridge bungy jump?
The jump, photos and video are included, plus transport from Queenstown when you select the relevant option.
Are there age and weight requirements for the bungy?
Yes. The minimum age is 10; under-15s must be accompanied. Solo jumpers must weigh 35-160 kg, while the tandem limit is 235 kg.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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If you want to add one of Queenstown's signature adventure experiences to your trip, check availability, requirements, times and the final price for your preferred date on GetYourGuide.

The activity provider is AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand and the product reference is 1053787.

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