Test footage of a groundbreaking “rope-free bungee jump” at Guizhou’s Huajiang Canyon Bridge has gone viral online, showing sandbags plummeting into a massive safety net below. The daring attraction—China’s first of its kind—has sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism among netizens regarding its safety and adrenaline-pumping appeal.
According to project officials, the innovative bungee experience is currently undergoing final tests and will officially launch to the public on October 22, 2025. Unlike conventional bungee jumping, thrill-seekers won’t be tethered to any ropes. Instead, they’ll leap from platforms ranging between 20 to 50 meters high, landing on a 160-square-meter safety net anchored at four corners. After the drop, the net will be slowly lowered to the ground for a safe exit.
The cost? 1,688 yuan per jump, plus a 99-yuan bridge sightseeing ticket and a 20-yuan shuttle fee. For comparison, the bridge’s traditional rope bungee—priced at 2,999 yuan and featuring a 600-meter vertical drop—remains a pricier but equally thrilling option.
To ensure safety, staff conducted rigorous tests using 75 kg and 100 kg sandbags to simulate various body weights and evaluate the net’s durability. The attraction will only open after multiple successful trials.
Huajiang Canyon Bridge now offers two bungee options:
- Rope Bungee: Located at the bridge’s center (opened in late September).
- Rope-Free Bungee: Near the bridge entrance (debuting October 22).
The concept has ignited fierce online debate. While adventure enthusiasts are eager to experience a ”ropeless free-fall,” others doubt whether a safety net alone provides sufficient protection.
Would you take the plunge—without a rope?
