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Bhote Koshi & Pokhara
About 70 m to 228 m
Oct–May best
~NPR 6,000 (£35)
Half day to 1 day
14+ (varies by site)
Nepal has three bungee sites, and two of them use something few countries can offer: a suspension bridge strung across a deep Himalayan river gorge. You jump from the middle of the bridge, fall towards white water with forested cliffs on both sides, and are lowered or winched back afterwards. It is a very different feeling from jumping off a crane over a car park.
The original is The Last Resort, on the Bhote Koshi river in Sindhupalchok district, about 100 km north-east of Kathmandu near the Tibet border. It has operated since 1999, making it Nepal’s first commercial bungee, and the jump is about 160 m. The newer and higher site is at Kushma in Parbat district, around 55–57 km from Pokhara, where a 520 m bridge hangs about 228 m above the Kali Gandaki. Its operator markets it as the world’s second-highest bungee; that ranking is the operator’s claim, but the height itself is consistently reported. The third option is a tower jump of about 70 m at Hemja, roughly 20 minutes from Pokhara’s Lakeside, landing over an artificial pond.
Each site also runs a canyon swing: you step off the same platform, free-fall, then swing in a huge arc across the gorge on a rope rather than bouncing on an elastic cord. Many people who are nervous of a head-first bungee find the swing easier to commit to, and some find it scarier.
It does not suit anyone with heart problems, high blood pressure, epilepsy, back or neck injuries, or who is pregnant; operators ask you to declare medical conditions before jumping.
Unlike rafting, which has the Nepal Association of Rafting Agencies, there is no dedicated bungee association in Nepal and no public inspection reports you can check. The operators are registered private companies, and the long-running sites follow international bungee practice for equipment and jumpmaster training. That means your best safeguards are the operator’s track record, visible weigh-ins and harness checks, and your own judgement on the day. We cover what to look for in the safety section below. For an overview of the wider country, start with our Nepal travel guide.
The three sites are far apart, so choose by where you will be. If you are in Kathmandu, The Last Resort is the only realistic option. If you are in Pokhara, you can choose between the short hop to Hemja and a day trip to Kushma. Heights below are as published by operators and media; sources differ by a few metres.
Nepal’s classic jump, from a steel suspension bridge about 160 m above the Bhote Koshi in Sindhupalchok. It is about 100 km from Kathmandu along the Araniko Highway, a drive of roughly 3.5–4 hours each way. Day trips leave Thamel at about 6 am and are back in the evening; you can also stay overnight in the resort’s safari-style tents and add rafting or canyoning. The site’s own schedule lists jumps on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, so check dates before you plan around it. Best for anyone based in Kathmandu who wants the original Nepal bungee in a deep, wooded gorge.
Jumpers step off the same bridge, free-fall for roughly 100 m and then swing through the gorge. Nepali media have described the free fall as lasting around seven seconds, which is longer than the bungee itself. A tandem swing lets two people go together, which is popular with couples and nervous friends. Swing and bungee can be combined on one day for an extra fee. The swing suits people who dislike the idea of going head-first or of bouncing at the bottom, but it is not a softer option: the drop is just as committing and the swing arc is very fast.
Run by The Cliff, this jump is made from the middle of a 520 m pedestrian suspension bridge linking Kushma in Parbat with Balewa in Baglung, about 228 m above the Kali Gandaki. Kushma is around 55–57 km from Pokhara, or about two hours by road. Reporting time is 9 am, and the operator says activities do not run in heavy rain, lightning or strong wind. It opened commercially in late 2020. Best for experienced jumpers and anyone who wants the biggest drop in Nepal, ideally combined with a stay in Pokhara.
Kushma’s swing jump is marketed by the operator as the world’s highest swing. A couple’s tandem swing, a sky cycle along a wire high above the gorge and a café on the bridge add options for friends who do not want to jump. Non-jumpers pay a small entry ticket (NPR 500 at the time of writing, including a snack or a small activity). Weight limits are more generous for the swing than for the bungee (see costs and limits below), so heavier visitors who exceed the bungee limit may still be able to swing. Weekends and Nepali holidays are busy; the operator recommends booking at least two days ahead.
Nepal’s only tower bungee opened in 2014 at Hemja, around 20 minutes’ drive north-west of Lakeside, on a hillside facing Machhapuchhre. Jumpers drop about 70 m from a steel tower over an artificial pond and are collected by boat. One booking platform lists the structure as an 80 m tower above a 50 m drop, so heights are quoted differently; ask the operator. A water-touch option dips you into the pond for an extra fee. It is the cheapest and quickest jump in Nepal, done in a morning or afternoon, and suits first-timers, families with older teenagers and anyone short of time.
Pokhara is Nepal’s adventure base, and the Hemja operator offers bungee and swing combinations, as well as packages with a zipline. If you want several activities in one trip, it is often cheaper to book them together through one Lakeside office. Many visitors pair a jump with a paragliding flight from Sarangkot or the long zipline nearby; see our paragliding in Nepal and zip-lining guides. Expect combination prices to change by season and to be negotiable for groups. Compare what each package includes, such as transfers, photos and repeat jumps, rather than the headline price alone.
In September 2026 Nepali media reported that The Cliff’s owners plan a large new investment, including what they call the world’s tallest bungee jump in the Kathmandu area. No site, height or opening date had been published at the time of writing, so treat it as a project, not an option for your trip. If you read about other new bungee sites on social media, check that they are actually operating and run by an established team before you book.
The routine is similar at all three sites. The biggest differences are travel time and how much waiting is involved: on busy days at Kushma or The Last Resort you may wait a couple of hours for your slot.
For The Last Resort, the operator’s bus leaves Thamel around 6 am, with a tea stop on the way, and arrives mid-morning after roughly 3.5 hours. For Kushma, most people take a package with a jeep or minibus from Pokhara (about two hours), though public buses and shared taxis also run. For Hemja, Lakeside offices include a short transfer.
You sign a waiver and a medical declaration, then you are weighed. Your weight is written on your hand or a tag, and it determines the cord and set-up used. Answer the medical questions honestly. If staff do not weigh you, that is a warning sign.
A jumpmaster explains how to stand on the platform, how to dive or step off, what happens at the bottom and how you are recovered. At bridge sites you are lowered to the river bank or a recovery point and walk or are winched back up. Ask questions here: the briefing is the time to raise nerves or physical concerns.
Bungee jumps use a full-body harness plus ankle attachments; swings use a sit-and-chest harness on a rope. Staff should check every buckle and connection in front of you, and a second staff member should double-check before you step out. Remove loose items: phones, glasses without a strap, jewellery and anything in your pockets.
The jumpmaster counts down from five. Most people hesitate once; you will usually be allowed a moment, but long delays slow everyone else down. The free fall is only a few seconds, followed by several rebounds on a bungee or a long, fast arc on a swing. Recovery takes a few minutes.
Operators sell photo and video packages, often delivered by download link afterwards; prices vary and are paid on site. You cannot normally hold your own camera, though some sites allow a chest or wrist-mounted action camera: ask first. The Last Resort day trip includes a buffet lunch, typically served around midday.
Limits differ by site. Kushma states a minimum age of 14 for bungee, with written parental consent under 18, and weight limits of 45–95 kg for bungee and 40–145 kg for the swing. Other sites publish less detail: third-party sources quote roughly 35–125 kg at The Last Resort, but that is not confirmed by the operator. Expect to be turned away if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, recent surgery, back or neck injuries, or are pregnant. If you are near a limit, contact the operator before booking.
Prices below are approximate and in Nepali rupees with a rough sterling equivalent (about NPR 175–180 to £1). Foreigners generally pay more than Nepali citizens, and published rates change frequently, so confirm the price in writing when you book.
| Site and option | Approx. price | Approx. GBP | Usually included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Resort bungee day trip from Kathmandu | About US$100–140 (NPR 13,500–19,000) | £75–105 | Return bus from Thamel, briefing, jump, buffet lunch |
| Last Resort bungee + canyon swing | About US$137 (NPR 18,500), or roughly US$29 extra for the second activity | £100–110 | As above, two activities |
| Last Resort overnight add-on | About US$29 (NPR 4,000) | £22–25 | Tent, dinner, breakfast |
| Last Resort tandem swing | About US$170 (NPR 23,000) | About £130 | Reported price; check whether per person or per pair |
| Kushma bungee or swing | NPR 8,000–11,500 | £45–65 | Jump, briefing; transport from Pokhara extra unless packaged |
| Kushma tandem swing | About NPR 13,500 per couple | About £75–80 | Two people together |
| Kushma sky cycle | About NPR 3,000 | About £17 | Ride with video |
| Hemja (Pokhara) tower bungee | NPR 6,000–8,000 | £35–45 | Lakeside transfer, briefing, jump, often a T-shirt |
| Hemja water-touch upgrade | About NPR 1,000 extra | About £6 | Dip into the pond |
Kushma publishes one rate on its website (NPR 8,000 for bungee or swing at the time of writing), while agency sites quote a higher foreigner rate of around NPR 11,500, so ask which applies to you. If you are travelling as a group of ten or more, ask about discounts. For a full budget of your Nepal trip, our things to know before travelling to Nepal guide covers money and cards.
Bungee and swings run for much of the year, but the season you choose affects the journey more than the jump. The roads to The Last Resort and Kushma follow rivers through landslide-prone gorges, and in the monsoon those roads are the main risk. Our best season to travel in Nepal guide covers the wider picture.
| Months | Conditions | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| October–November | Dry, clear, mild; rivers settling after the monsoon. Busy with trekkers and Dashain/Tihar holidaymakers. | Best overall; book a few days ahead |
| December–February | Dry and clear; cold early mornings in the gorges, comfortable middays. Fewer visitors. | Very good, quieter |
| March–May | Warm to hot, hazier views by May; pre-monsoon storms possible in the afternoon. | Good; go early in the day |
| June–September | Monsoon: heavy rain, high rivers, landslides and road closures. Operators stop in heavy rain, lightning or strong wind. | Possible but unreliable; keep flexible dates |
Weekends and public holidays, especially during Dashain and Tihar in October and November, bring large numbers of domestic visitors to Kushma and Hemja. A weekday slot usually means less waiting.
Bungee jumping run by experienced operators is a low-risk activity, and we found no verified reports of serious accidents at Nepal’s established sites. But there is no independent inspection regime you can look up, so it pays to check things yourself. In practice, the road journey to the gorge is a bigger risk than the jump.
Do not assume your travel insurance covers bungee. Many UK policies include one or two bungee jumps as standard or in an activities pack, but others exclude it, and some require the jump to be with a licensed operator. Check the wording for “bungee” and “canyon swing” separately, and make sure medical evacuation is covered. Our guide Do I need travel insurance for trekking? explains what to look for in Nepal policies.
Do not jump with heart conditions, high blood pressure, epilepsy, recent surgery or fractures, back, neck or joint problems, or if you are pregnant. Tell the jumpmaster if you have contact lenses, a pacemaker or a known allergy; bees are sometimes present in the Bhote Koshi gorge, and a jumper with a severe allergy should carry their adrenaline pen.
On 26 August 2026 a glacier collapse above the Rasuwa border triggered a catastrophic flood down the Rasuwa Bhote Koshi and the Trishuli, with very heavy loss of life in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and downstream districts. This is a different river from the Bhote Koshi at The Last Resort, which lies about 65 km to the east in Sindhupalchok; reports of the disaster indicate that the Sindhupalchok river was not affected. Many people from Sindhupalchok who worked in Rasuwa were among the missing, so expect a community in mourning. The flood also damaged the Prithvi Highway between Kathmandu and Pokhara, which had overnight repair closures as recently as mid-October 2026. China closed the Tatopani border crossing above The Last Resort on 31 August 2026 because of landslide risk.
The Araniko Highway itself has a long history of landslides, including the 2014 Jure landslide and damage in the 2015 earthquake, so ask your operator about the road on the day, and avoid travelling after dark.
At the time of writing, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office does not advise against travel to any part of Nepal. It warns that areas hit by the August 2026 floods may remain unstable, that protests and strikes can start at short notice in Kathmandu and cause transport disruption, and that road travel is hazardous, especially in the monsoon. Check the latest FCDO advice before you travel, and see our safety tips for Nepal.
A jump fits easily into a trekking holiday, either as a reward at the end or as a spare day while you wait for flights. Here are three ways to build it in.
Day 1: early bus from Thamel to The Last Resort, bungee or canyon swing late morning, lunch, then either return to Kathmandu by evening or stay overnight in the tented camp. Day 2 (optional): raft or canyon on the Bhote Koshi, then drive back. The Bhote Koshi is one of Nepal’s steepest, most technical short rafting rivers, so see our rafting in Nepal and canyoning guides before choosing. Good for the end of a trek, when you have spare days before your flight.
Day 1: morning paragliding from Sarangkot, afternoon tower bungee at Hemja or a zipline. Day 2: drive to Kushma for the 228 m bungee or the swing, lunch at the site, and return to Lakeside by late afternoon. Book Kushma for a weekday if possible, and keep a weather day in hand because paragliding and jumps stop in bad conditions.
Kushma lies on the road between Pokhara and Beni, the route used by jeeps to and from Jomsom and Mustang. That makes it an easy stop on the way back from a Mustang trip, or after a short trek such as Poon Hill. Alternatively, finish an Annapurna Base Camp trek in Pokhara and spend a rest day at Hemja. Do not jump in the middle of a trek: save it for the end, when a twisted ankle no longer matters.
For The Last Resort, book at least a day or two ahead, because the trip runs on fixed days with an early bus. For Kushma, the operator suggests at least two days ahead at weekends and holidays. Hemja is usually possible at short notice through Lakeside offices. Avoid paying the full amount far in advance to an agent you do not know.
Eat a light breakfast and stay hydrated. If you are also rafting or trekking, jump first: you will be fresher and less likely to have minor injuries that rule you out.
Tipping is not expected for jump staff, but small tips for drivers or crew who looked after you well are appreciated. Round up rather than tipping large amounts.
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It depends on the site. The Last Resort on the Bhote Koshi is about 160 m, the Kushma bungee over the Kali Gandaki is about 228 m, and the tower jump at Hemja near Pokhara is about 70 m.
Kushma, in Parbat district near Pokhara, at about 228 m from a 520 m suspension bridge. Its operator describes it as the world’s second-highest bungee jump.
Roughly NPR 6,000–8,000 (£35–45) at Hemja in Pokhara, NPR 8,000–11,500 (£45–65) at Kushma, and about US$100–140 (£75–105) for The Last Resort day trip from Kathmandu, including transport and lunch. Prices change, so check when booking.
Yes. There is a tower bungee at Hemja, about 20 minutes from Lakeside, and the much higher Kushma bridge jump about two hours away by road. Both can be booked from Lakeside offices.
Its website lists jumps on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and reports say the August 2026 flood hit a different Bhote Koshi river in Rasuwa, not the Sindhupalchok gorge. Confirm your date directly before you travel, as road conditions can change.
Kushma requires jumpers to be at least 14, with written parental permission under 18. Other sites set their own limits, and some agencies quote 16, so check with the operator before travelling with teenagers.
At Kushma it is 45–95 kg for bungee and 40–145 kg for the swing. Other sites set their own limits; everyone is weighed on arrival.
Yes. The operator’s bus leaves Thamel at about 6 am and returns in the evening, with roughly 3.5–4 hours’ driving each way. You can also stay the night and add rafting or canyoning.
Sometimes. Many UK policies include bungee as standard or in an activities pack, but others exclude it or limit the number of jumps. Check the policy wording for both bungee and canyon swing before you go.
It is different. On a swing you fall feet-first and then swing in a long arc, and the free fall at The Last Resort is about 100 m, longer than many bungee drops. Some people find it easier to step off; others find the long free fall more intense.
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