There’s one place where many bungee lovers make a point to go bungee jumping, and that’s at the Skypark in Cairns. It’s one of the best and most beautiful jumps you can do. But there’s more to it than that.
Cairns has one of the best bungee jumping stations in the world and offers over 16 different ways to plunge to the river below. Cairns also has a giant swing where you can swing through the canyons! You must meet all restrictions to book either jump.
This article will find everything you need to know about the Cairns Bungy in Australia. We’ve even included the best hotels to stay at to ensure you’re close to your destination.
What is the AJ Hackett Bungy Jump Cairns?
The AJ Hackett Bungy Jump in Cairns is a 50-meter tower that will carry you above the beaches, a tropical jungle, and beyond, but only for a short while before you drop off!
Your pulse will pound, and your adrenaline will pump nonstop during the fall! You can use many different techniques to jump, including driving off the platform with a BMX bike.
Who is AJ Hackett?
AJ Hackett pioneered the bungy jumping industry, which has opened up daring new tourism opportunities and broadened the imaginations of millions of people worldwide.
You will find him in our “Where Did Bungee Jumping Originate?” article because of his huge impact on the bungee jumping tours industry.
Hackett embodies the have-a-go attitude in both his personal and professional life. He is drawn to risk and has mastered controlling danger, which is fitting for a man who established his career by enticing others to leap off bridges.
The Kiwi entrepreneur created a commercial empire based on thrill-seeking and adventure. Since that day in 1987, when he jumped off the Eiffel Tower while wearing a rubber cable attached to his legs, Hackett has emerged as one of New Zealand’s most well-known and distinctive businesspeople.
He has almost always opted to plunge fearlessly rather than hold back in the business sector. When it comes to seeking out new challenges and guiding his company through a period of unprecedented growth and change, Hackett still has the same sense of adventure that first enthralled him as a boy.
What is Skypark by AJ Hackett?
Skypark is a bungy location where fans can choose from 16 distinct jump styles on their top-notch Leap Menu, ranging from a sprinting roof jump to a traditional swan dive!
Customers worldwide have embraced the opportunity to jump over the past 20 years, making Cairns the only Bungy site in the world to provide this variety of jumps. And many celebrities and TV personalities have chosen to jump from this location too!
Here are the different ways they chose to jump:
- Zac Efron: Traditional dive
- Red Hot Chili Peppers: Flips, spins, and traditional dives
- John Denver: Traditional dive
- Crusty Demons: Rode off from a shopping cart. Yes, a shopping cart.
- Grant Denyer (TV personality from Australia): Rode off the roof with a BMX Bike
- Slash: Swan dive and back dive
Of course, many more celebrities took the dive; it’s a famous location and the only regulated bungee area in all of Australia.
Where is the Cairns Bungy Jump Location?
The Skypark Cairns Bungy tower is 15 kilometers from Cairns and rises 50 meters above a lagoon 5 meters deep.
The Skypark Cairns is located in an enchanted rainforest in the center of Far North Queensland. It has a properly licensed pub and cafe, specially designed observation decks and platforms, and an incredible outdoor Amphitheatre.
Tropical rainforest with mature eucalyptus and the expanding understory is all around the tower. There are frequent snakes, goannas, and the magnificent Ulysses butterfly roaming the area.
Access to the bungee tower from the parking lot is possible via a thoughtfully constructed path through the rainforest Cairns.
How High is the Bungy Jump?
The Bungy tower reaches 50 meters high (164 feet), which is where the platform is that you will dive off of upside down. Depending on how tall and heavy you are, be prepared for your head to go under the water.
But take it all in at the top! This is also the highest vantage point in Cairns. You’ll be able to see the Great Barrier Reef and some of the beaches from there.
How Much Does it Cost to Jump at Cairns Bungy Jump?
The Cairns Bungy jump will cost AUD$179 for adults, AUD$139 for students, and AUD$99 for children. If you are a student, bring a valid student ID. Also, the child rate is for kids 10 to 14 years old.
What is the Weight Limit for Cairns Bungy Jump?
The combined weight for a tandem jump is 240 kg (529 lbs.). However, a jumper should weigh at most 220 pounds. The harness needs to be able to fit correctly and cannot be too tight.
So, please keep in mind if you are a larger individual but are under the maximum weight, there is still a chance you will be turned away due to safety concerns.
What is the Minimum Age Requirement for Cairns Bungy Jump?
In Cairns, a person must be at least ten years old to bungee jump. However, if you’re younger than 18, you’ll need a parent or legal guardian to sign a disclaimer when you sign in for your Bungy jump that day.
If you are traveling alone and there isn’t another adult, your parent’s written permission is required. This should be a note that is notarized with the date range that the approval is set for. With this, you can jump; a friend’s parent will suffice if you are under 18.
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Has there Ever Been an Accident at Cairns Bungy Jump?
To date, there has not been a documented injury or death on the Cairns Bungy Jump other than the usual scrapes or sore muscles that one ends up with after leaping off the platform.
Cairns Bungy takes its safety briefings seriously and ensures its equipment is in working order before each jump. And they also check each rider to make sure they’re within the weight limits.
In other areas of Australia, you may have heard about the bungy deaths or accidents, but these are unregulated “backyard” jumps that I highly advise against.
What is the Cairns Giant Swing?
AJ Hackett created the Giant Jungle Swing in the spirit of AJ Hackett Cairns to let 1, 2, or 3 people experience extreme speeds and blast together.
Participants in this swing winched up 45 meters (just a little under 150 feet) until they sit horizontally above the rainforest. The best part, perhaps the most challenging (at least I know it was the hardest for me), is pulling the string to release, and you are in charge of letting yourself go.
Once you drop, you’ll freefall down and swing over the canyon. There’s nothing quite like it. However, if the wind makes it hard to breathe, feel free to bring a nose and mouth shield, so the wind isn’t quite so in your face.
How High is the Cairns Giant Swing?
The giant swing in Cairns drops 44 meters within 3.5 seconds! You will start at 45 meters up (about 147 feet). You’ll swing through the canyon at speeds of up to 120 kph! That’s about 75 miles per hour.
How Much Does it Cost to Do the Cairns Giant Swing?
To ride the Giant Swing, it costs AUD$129 for adults and AUD$99 for any students who present a valid ID. For kids, the ride costs just $AUD69 for children under the age of 14.
Which is Scarier, the Bungy or the Swing?
In my experience, the swing was surprisingly the scariest! This would be the ultimate experience for those who want to challenge themselves. Skydiving was easiest, bungy was in the middle, but the Giant Swing is something else!
The hardest part for a lot of people is going backward. When you’re skydiving or bungy jumping, you don’t typically fall back; with the swing, you feel the G-force and get an intense stomach-drop feeling.
Where Should You Stay in Cairns?
If you’re looking for the best place to stay in Cairns that’s closest to The Skypark; here are a few of my recommendations:
| Accommodation | Distance | Cost (Subject to change) |
| Speewah Country Tavern | 10 minutes / 6.4 km | $80 |
| Pademelon Park | 10 minutes / 6.5 km | $126 |
| KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm | 30 minutes / 22.7 km | $101 |
| Kuranda Ngorongoro Lodge | 23 minutes / 16.4 km | $108 |
| Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park | 19 minutes / 14.9 km | $95 |
| Cairns Beach Resort | 14 minutes / 11.1 km | $177 |
| Villa Marine | 10 minutes / 7.3 km | $114 |
There are more beachside accommodations north of the listed resorts that are about 20 to 30 minutes, but these can be costly.
What Other Extreme Activities Can You Do in Cairns?
Cairns has so much more to offer than just the bungy or swing. If you’re traveling with a group that is going solely for that, there are plenty of other things you can do!
Cairns offers opportunities to skydive over the Great Barrier Reef, or you can enjoy yourself on a whitewater rafting trip. If freefalling or water isn’t your thing, you can also tandem hang glide for a once-in-a-lifetime view of the coast.
Haven’t you seen alligators yet? You can zipline over alligators! Or, if you’d rather keep your feet on the ground, you can go alligator spotting instead.
Learn more about bungee jumping by reading these articles:
- How Old Do You Have to Be to Bungee Jump?
- What Is the Weight Limit for Bungee Jumping?
- How Do You Get Off a Bungee Jump?
- What To Wear Bungee Jumping (The Ultimate Guide)
Learn more about skydiving by checking out these articles:
- Is There a Weight Limit for Skydiving?
- Do You Need a License to Skydive? (Skydiving License Guide)
- How Much Is iFLY Indoor Skydiving Per Person?
Final Thoughts
The Cairns Bungy Jump is one of the most well-known bungee locations in the entire world! It’s no wonder that it attracts so many visitors from different countries. With no fatalities on record, it’s not a secret why so many people feel safe going there. Plus, the types of jumps they offer make it that much more fun.
But if bungy or swinging is not your thing, you can also choose to skydive above the Greater Barrier Reef or even take a cruise over it and enjoy dinner while watching the sunset from the water. Cairns is great for the whole family, so leave no one behind!
When Heather is not participating in extreme sports you can find her working the events across the country, or writing about these amazing adrenaline rushes. She loves to go skydiving, snowboarding, parasailing, hang gliding, dirt boarding, off-roading and hiking.