Questions about bungee jumping

Questions about bungee jumping : Bungee jumping is a fun activity done majorly in Jinja, where one is suspended on a rope above the Nile River in a very adrenaline rush way that is really fun and scarily at the same time. Well, this activity is enjoyed by many and many always look forward to enjoying this activity. That’s why today we are answering some of your questions about bungee jumping.

• How does bungee jumping really work?

Well on this experience you, you will climb up a raised platform and at that platform you will be dressed in safety gear and hinged on the bungee rope. After that is done you will the jump off the raised platform and hang in air over the river for a while, before the boat crew gets to you and unhinges you into the boat.

• What equipment do I need for bungee jumping?

You need to have on comfortable and breathable clothes when going for bungee jumping. The rest of the equipment is provided for by the bungee jumping operators. If you want to record yourself carry your camera but also have someone to record you.

• Is bungee jumping for anyone?

Anyone 15 years and above who is health can go for bungee jumping. Anyone below 15 can not handle the activity and anyone with disease or certain conditions that are triggered by the adrenaline rush cannot be allowed to the activity.

• How much does bungee jump cost?

The cost of the bungee jumping varies depending on what you want. So, consult with your tour operator for the actual figures. However, for your planning these are the ranges: –

     – Single jump: around $115-$130 (UGX 420,000 – UGX 480,000)

• Tandem jump (with instructor): $150-$180 (UGX 550,000 – UGX 660,000)
• Where is the best place for bungee jumping?

The Itanda falls give the best bungee jumping experience. Also, you should know that in Uganda, bungee jumping is done only in Jinja.

• Can we go bungee jumping in a group?

Yes, you can go for the activity and experience as a group but you will jump and have the bungee experience alone. Some times two people can jump at the same time but its usually safer to do it alone.

• Is bungee jumping and skydiving the same?

These are two different activities though they all involve jumping from high ground into air. Also, in Uganda there is no skydiving, Uganda only has bungee jumping.

• Can you get injured during bungee jumping?

Yes, you can but it rarely happens. If you jump badly and twist a part of your body, or you just badly and knock something in space that injures you, you can also get injured while you unhinge from the rope etc.

• What times of the day is bungee jumping done?

Any time between 8am and 5pm. Its not safe to do bungee jumping at night or before the light is out.

• Can I bungee jump the rain weather?

Light showers you can, but heavy rains no its not safe.

• Can bungee jumping affect my pregnancy?

If you are pregnant, we don’t advise you to go bungee jumping, the excitement of the jumping that produces different hormones in your body, can produce hormones that can be harmful to you and your unborn child.