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Rishikesh Bungee Jumping Tour Packages: A Detailed Travel Guide
Posted: Apr 05, 2020
You didn't visit Rishikesh if you didn't try bungee jumping. It's the most-sought sport for which adventure junkies from around the world obtain Rishikesh Bungee Jumping tour packages beforehand.
Rishikesh is a revered city in the state of Uttarakhand alongside the River Ganges, which is highly regarded as a sacred river since it is worshipped by the majority of the Hindus. Besides being a holy place, Rishikesh is also known for a variety of adventurous sports, and thus, also called the adventure capital of India. Out of many adventure sports, bungee jumping is gaining popularity among the young generation these days as millennials and the modern generation are quickly drawn to thrill. However, everyone, from a group of students to married couple to aged people, is welcomed with an open heart to have the best time of their lives.
Bungee jumping has originated hundreds of years ago from a ritual known as land diving of Vanuatu, and as the name suggests, it is the sport where you have to jump from a crane or a tall building while a flexible rope that is designed to stretch and not to break is tied to your ankle.
With proper types of equipment like shock cord that is generally made of elastic strands covered with polypropylene sheath, safety harness, elastic rope, safety kit, belay device, etc., bungee jumping turns safer than other adventurous sports and makes it possible for you to jump from a movable object like hot air balloon or a helicopter. As claimed by the surveys, the chances of you being hurt in this sport are 1 in 500,000. Besides, instructors are fully trained to prevent non-fatal injuries.
There are a couple of requirements, essential to participate in bungee jumping given as follows:
Age: Minimum of 12 years
Weight: 40 kg-110 kg
Few Reasons to go for bungee jumping:
- To gain a new perspective on life.
- To get an overwhelmingly impressive view.
- To build confidence.
- To confront your phobias and overcome them.
- Experience freedom like a bird.
And there are certain tips you might want to follow before the jump: -
- Clad in casual clothes.
- Wear closed shoes.
- It's better to jump without overthinking.
- Don't hold back.
- Don't eat anything before the jump.
- Don't jump at the location surrounded by concrete slabs.
Furthermore, jumping from such a height not only gives you the chance to jump beyond height fright but also gives you the feeling of extreme excitement and sensations that produces while free falling and rebound, like never before. If you have a thirst for exploration of such sports then it could be best slaked in Rishikesh. You might discover your innate courage and strength through this adrenaline sport.
Other than bungee jumping, you can also experience alternative adventure sports like river rafting, waterfall trekking, flying fox, mountain biking, giant swing, hot air balloon ride, and the list goes on.
The best time to visit is from October to March, which is the peak time of the season too; hence, it is advisable to make your bookings in advance. So, when are you planning your trip to Rishikesh for bungee jumping? If you are seeking relaxation anytime soon, then you should have a look at Rishikesh Bungee Jumping tour packages as soon as possible.
Our Rishikesh Tour Packages lets you explore the adventure activities including Rishikesh River Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Rishikesh Jungle Camp, Roopkund Trekking Package, Kayaking Package and more. We provide various packages to wander the best.