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It's Summer Somewhere: Skywalk and SkyJump in Auckland

Where: Federal Street, Auckland, New Zealand
January 24, 2008 at 9:20 AM | by amandak | 1 Comment

Heading down for the Big Day Out concert series isn't the only reason to check out Auckland this (southern) summer. There's also a new attraction that can give you a rapid heartbeat and some fantastic views over the city of Auckland.

The recently-opened Skywalk 360 is a special-suit-and-harness walk around the pergola of Auckland's Sky Tower, all at a height of about 630 feet. You can circumnavigate the tower, with pauses for tips on the sights of Auckland you're trying not to look down at.

Extra brave souls can add the SkyJump, departing from a platform on the Skywalk. You'll fall fast for 11 seconds before being slowed up at the end, but you won't endure the freaky bounce of a bungee jump. This is the gentle way to insanely throw yourself at the ground.

Related Stories:
· Skywalk at Auckland's Sky Tower [KiwiWriter]
· Skywalk 360 [Official Site]
· It's Summer Somewhere: Big Day Out, New Zealand [Jaunted]
· It's Summer Somewhere coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: Skywalk Gallery]

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  1. nztravel

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    Auckland Sky Tower Jump

    I did the Sky jump in 2005. It was an amazing adrenalin rush - definitely one of the most exciting things I've ever done! The scariest part is when they stop you falling briefly at the 20 meter level, which was the observation deck level; I remember waving anxiously to the people inside, before I was dropped again. I would say it was worth it to just have the experience and to be able to say I've done it is a good feeling. It's not the same as Bungee though in that the sky jump is a vertical drop, basically you are attached to two wires and then told to hold onto some ropes, lean out, and then let go. I think I still prefer bungee jumping more. for more on Auckland's Sy Tower have a look at http://no1guide.co.nz/attractions/sky-city/aucklands-famous-sky-tower-109.html
    November 29, 2008 at 7:52 AM
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