Bloukrans Bridge
Bloukrans Bridge
The Bloukrans Bridge, located near Nature's Valley in the Eastern Cape, was completed in 1984 and stands at a height of 216 m, making it the highest single span arch bridge in the world. Its central span is 272 m and the bridge is 451 m in length in total. The Bloukrans River which flows beneath the Bloukrans Bridge forms the border between the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces. The
bridge, which is situated along the Garden Route, roughly forty kilometers east of Plettenberg Bay, is used mainly as a road bridge and carries the N2 national highway, however it is also the site of the world's highest commercially operated bungy jump, and is recorded in the Guiness Book of World Records. Thrill seeking visitors to the area are afforded the opportunity of heart racing action in one of four ways.
Bungy jumping at the Bloukrans Bridge is said to be the ultimate thrill. Jumpers are secured in a full body harness, and make their way slowly along a specially designed catwalk which is suspended below the road surface. The two hundred and sixteen meter long catwalk leads jumpers to the top of the arch, 216 m above the Bloukrans River. At this point jumpers are given final instructions by highly
experienced and trained staff, before a countdown is started, and they take the leap. Bloukrans utilizes pendulum bungy technology, which is a combination of a special harness used with a special technique. This ensures the smoothest, most comfortable bungy jump possible.
The second adrenaline pumping activity available on the line up at Bloukrans Bride is the Flying fox. The Flying Fox is the newest adventure featured at the bridge, and consists of a two hundred meter long cable slide, known to many South Africans as a foofie slide, which takes visitors on an exhilarating ride onto the archway of the bridge. This is the fastest way to get to the bungy site, and is considered as a great alternative to the bungy for groups and
families, although it is said to be just as exciting and fast paced.
The double rush adventure combo provides the truly hardcore thrill seekers with an added element of excitement. This is a combination of both the Flying Fox and the Bungy Jump, and allows visitors to test their courage by experiencing two of the most exciting adventures on the Garden Route.
For a slightly more relaxed, yet still thrilling experience, a milder form of entertainment is provided to visitors in the form of bridge walking tours. Visitors are invited to learn about the incredible engineering feats that were undertaken in the construction of this engineering and construction marvel. Here, visitors make their way along the specially designed catwalk to the top of the arch, and are greeted with awe inspiring views of the gorge below, the surrounding mountains, and the sea. This is the perfect way to watch the live bungy show up close and personal and is an ideal alternative to jumping off! For more information contact Bloukrans Bungy at Tel/Fax: +27 42 281 1458.
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Lazydays
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Nature's Valley, Garden Route
8.4km from Bloukrans Bridge"Lazydays" selfsorghuis en woonstel is in die idilliese, kusdorpie Nature's Valley geleë en word omring deur die Tsistikamma Nasionale Park en die warm Indiese Oseaan. Sonpanele en 'n omskakelaarstelsel. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Kostaplenti
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Nature's Valley, Garden Route
9.9km from Bloukrans BridgeKostaplenti is in Nature's Valley geleë wat omring is met inheemse bosse, berge, die strandmeer en die see. Dit het twee eenhede wat afsonderlik gehuur kan word. Kostaplenti is uniek geleë, slegs 30 meter vanaf die strand. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Natures Way Farm Stay Accommodation
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Nature's Valley, Garden Route
13.6km from Bloukrans BridgeGeniet 'n plaasverblyf op 'n werkende melkplaas - 'n wonderlike ontvlugting vir 'n gesin! Melk die koeie, geniet die diere, verken ons natuurlike woud - 'n voëlkykparadys! Ons het 3 kothuise, 'n plaashuis en 'n eksklusiewe kampplek. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
JaJoMaCa Self Catering Accommodation
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Keurboomstrand
19.2km from Bloukrans BridgeSelfsorg akkommodasie beskikbaar in Keurboomstrand op die skilderagtige Tuinroete. Akkommodeer tot 10 mense (5 slaapkamers). Dit sluit ook die volgende unieke geriewe en kenmerke in: patio met ingeboude braai, toesluitmotorhuis, DStv... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Wishbone Waters
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in The Crags
19.4km from Bloukrans BridgeWishbone Waters is 2.5 km van die N2 in die landelike gebied van The Crags, tussen Plettenbergbaai en Nature’s Valley. Die ideale area om te besoek vir voelkykers, stappers en fietsryers in ’n omgewing met fynbos en natuurwoude. Baie van die plaaslike boe …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in The Crags
20.2km from Bloukrans BridgeMoon Shine on Whiskey Creek bied 'n verskeidenheid selfsorg-hutte in The Crags, net 10 minute vanaf Plettenbergbaai, 1000 myl van die werklikheid af, in die hartjie van die Tuinroete en naby al sy besienswaardighede. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Secluded Beach Cottage
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Keurboomstrand
21km from Bloukrans BridgeLoop ongeveer 70m na die privaat toegang Keurbooms strand. Hier vind jy 'n groot houtdek vanwaar jy die skouspelagtige panoramiese see-uitsig, walvisse wat deurbreek en dolfyne wat oor die branders dans, kan geniet. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Tube ‘n Axe
Backpackers / Youth Hostel Accommodation in Storms River / Tsitsikamma
23.8km from Bloukrans BridgeOur en-suite lodge rooms and luxury tents are clean and spacious and are ideal for couples, families or small groups of friends seeking comfortable privacy at very reasonable rates. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Alkantmooi Self Catering
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Keurboomstrand
24.1km from Bloukrans BridgeAlkantmooi Selfsorg bied 5 luukse selfsorg woonstelle vir besoekers aan Keurboomstrand. Ons bied 'n pragtige, privaat en ten volle toegeruste luukse woonstelle met 'n oopplan sitkamer, kombuis, twee slaapkamers en 'n badkamer. Alles met 'n skouspelagtige. …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
Tsitsikamma Village Inn
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Storms River / Tsitsikamma
24.2km from Bloukrans BridgeNestled in Storms River Village, we have re-constructed a typical Cape Village of the past, where old traditions of warmth and hospitality thrive side-by-side with all the comforts of the modern day. Visitors can delve into the past and select their acco …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.
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