The Harbour Bridge Bungy is the city’s most direct way to feel the height of the Waitematā Harbour, a 40-metre jump from a platform under the bridge’s span. It is run by AJ Hackett, the operator that helped make New Zealand the home of commercial bungy, and the whole experience takes about an hour and a half, most of which is the transfer, the briefing and the build-up rather than the jump itself. You are weighed, harnessed and briefed, taken out onto the bridge structure with the crew, and then you step off for a few seconds of free fall above the water before the rebound. Tandem jumps are possible for friends or family, as long as the weight difference between the two jumpers is no more than 30 kilograms and the combined weight is within the limit. The price includes a photo and video package, so you leave with a record of the moment, and the bridge access is exclusive to the operator, which means you are not mixing with traffic or other visitors.
Logistics
The Bungy Van leaves from outside the AJ Hackett SkyRide box at the Sky Tower on Victoria Street West, and you should arrive about twenty minutes before departure. You can also drive to the site at 105 Curran Street, Westhaven Reserve, Herne Bay, where parking is free, and the activity finishes back at the meeting point. Departure times are not fixed in advance, so check the availability calendar when you book.
Who can jump
The minimum age is ten, with children aged fourteen and under accompanied by an adult, and there is a minimum height of 120 centimetres. The weight range is 35 to 150 kilograms. The operator advises against jumping for anyone who is pregnant or has back or heart problems or other serious medical conditions, and other conditions are assessed case by case. Moderate fitness is recommended, and the activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Is it for you
This is a short experience built around one moment, so it suits people who want the story rather than a long adventure. If you would prefer to see the bridge from above without jumping, the guided Bridge Climb covers the same structure at a slower pace and is covered on its own page.
Whichever you choose, book early in the trip so that a weather change does not leave you without a second chance, and take advantage of the free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Afterwards, the Viaduct Harbour is a short ride away for a drink and a celebratory meal.
What to expect
The experience
A 40-metre bungy jump from under the Auckland Harbour Bridge, solo or tandem, with a photo and video package and a transfer from the Sky Tower.
Best time
Any day with settled weather; mornings tend to be calmer, and booking early in the trip leaves room to reschedule.
How long
About an hour and a half including the transfer, briefing and jump.
Tips
Arrive 20 minutes before the van leaves, check the age, height and weight limits, and ask about tandem rules if you want to jump with a companion.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Thrill-seekers who want one big moment over the harbour.
- Families
- Possible from age ten for those who meet the height and weight limits, with children aged fourteen and under accompanied by an adult.
- Couples
- Tandem jumps are available within the weight rules, which makes it a shared story to bring home.
- Pair with
- The Harbour Bridge Climb on a different day, or a Viaduct Harbour lunch afterwards.
- Time needed
- Allow about two hours door to door.
Good questions
How high is the Auckland Harbour Bridge bungy?+
The jump is 40 metres from a platform under the bridge, above the water of the Waitematā Harbour.
Can I jump with a friend?+
Yes, tandem jumps are available. The weight difference between the two jumpers must be no more than 30 kilograms, and the combined weight must be within the maximum.
What are the age and weight limits?+
The minimum age is ten and the minimum height is 120 centimetres. The weight range is 35 to 150 kilograms, and children aged fourteen and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Where do I meet for the bungy?+
The Bungy Van leaves from outside the SkyRide box at the Sky Tower, or you can drive to 105 Curran Street in Westhaven Reserve, where parking is free.
Is a photo or video included?+
Yes, a photo and video package is part of the experience, so there is no need to bring a camera.
