I Believe I can Fly!

Our next adventure takes us to Queenstown which is known as the adventure capital of the world. You name it, they have it. An endless supply of adventure sports for the young, old or family person.

My only goal was to do a bungy jump as this was the first place that had commercial bungy jumping. When we arrived, we quickly learned about the concept of Thrillogy; which was 3 jumps in a 24 hour span. Go BIG or GO HOME was my thought so after a bit of prodding, I convinced Island Rice to do this as well. Later, she would not regret this.

Our first jump was the highest of the three and was also rated within the top 4 in the world. Driving there, you could feel the tension on the bus as we all rode in complete silence. The location was situated in the middle of a dry canyon that was over a 134m looking down. Once you got to the jump site, all you see is a pod suspended by cables in between the canyon. Your first reaction is wonder what is crazier, jumping or going onto this pod.

The entire process didn’t take too long as they didn’t want you to think about the insanity before you jumped. It was a simple strap you in, and 5-3-1 JUMP and you were off! Gravity then takes you as if she was your best friend and dances with you all the way down. The drop is so long that just when you think the ride is over, you still continue to freefall. An unbelievable rush is what you are left with and perhaps a small dent in your wallet.

- the lone asian