A narrow suspension bridge hangs over the Bhote Koshi gorge, and from its platform you can jump into the canyon with a bungee cord attached. The Last Resort bungee site is among the highest in the world, and its setting makes it unforgettable: steep green walls, a rushing river far below and the thunder of water echoing as you fall. Day trips from Kathmandu drive to the site, give you a safety briefing, harness you up, and let you jump with trained crew. Many visitors who have never considered bungee end up doing it here, and those who prefer watching can cross the bridge, take photographs and cheer on friends from the edge.
The experience begins on the bridge. You walk out along the span with the crew, are weighed, strapped into the harness and told how to position yourself. The jump itself is quick and intense. After the fall the cord stretches and recoils, and you hang above the river until a crew member lowers you or you are pulled up to the platform. Operators run to strict safety routines, and the staff are used to nervous first-timers. It helps to listen carefully, ask questions and remember to breathe.
Check eligibility before you book. There are weight and age limits, and health conditions such as heart problems, pregnancy, back or neck issues, or recent surgery can rule you out. Be honest on forms. Wear secure shoes, bring a jacket for the ride and keep valuables with someone who is not jumping. Photo and video packages are often offered, and they are worth considering because the moment passes quickly.
The surrounding area adds to the day. Many people pair the jump with rafting on the Bhotekoshi, a canyon swing or a night at the nearby resort, which has a riverside camp and a restaurant. The drive from Kathmandu takes several hours on a winding road, so leave early and bring snacks.
Weather matters, and heavy rain can close the site. If you are nervous, watch a few jumps first, then decide. If you jump, you will have a story that lasts far longer than the few seconds of the fall. If you do not, the bridge itself is still worth the trip.
What to expect
The experience
A day trip by road with a safety briefing, weigh-in and a bungee jump from the gorge bridge.
Best time
Dry months, when the road and the site are most reliable.
How long
A full day including the long drive each way.
Tips
Check weight, age and health limits, wear secure shoes and consider the photo package.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Adrenaline seekers who want a dramatic setting for a first or favorite jump.
- Families
- Spectators of any age can cross the bridge, but jumping has age and weight limits.
- Couples
- A bold shared memory, or a fun watch-and-cheer day for the non-jumper.
- Pair with
- Bhotekoshi rafting on the same trip.
- Time needed
- A full day.
Good questions
How high is the jump?+
It is one of the highest bungee jumps in the world, from a suspension bridge over a deep gorge.
Is it safe?+
Operators follow safety routines and trained crew run each jump. Listen carefully and be honest about health.
Who cannot jump?+
People who exceed weight or age limits, or who have certain heart, back, neck or pregnancy conditions.
Can I just watch?+
Yes. Many visitors cross the bridge and watch from the edge.
Can I combine it with rafting?+
Yes. Many people raft the Bhotekoshi and jump on the same trip.
