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Sep 15 2024
Auckland Aventure Capital

New Zealand is commonly referred to as the adventure capital of the world and Auckland is no exception. Jumping off New Zealand’s tallest tower, hiking to the top of volcanoes, jumping off a bridge, climbing a bridge, islands, abseiling, kayaking – there are many adventure activities in Auckland for the outdoorsy traveller or adrenaline junkie. Here are 10 adventure activities in Auckland that are guaranteed to get your heart racing.

1. Canyoning in Piha

Canyoning is a sport which combines abseiling, cliff jumping, swimming, sliding and climbing through canyons, waterfalls and pools. Piha is located just over an hour from Auckland and nestled within the stunning Waitakere Ranges. Piha Canyon is the ultimate location for testing your bravery and on this tour, serves as an adventure playground for adults. There are half day and full day tours available that include transportation to and from Auckland’s CBD. Not for the faint hearted!

2. Auckland Harbour Bridge Bungy

Did you know that Auckland Harbour Bridge is actually made up of 3 bridges? The bridge was so popular when it first opened that two ‘clip on’ side lanes were connected to the main bridge. In true New Zealand fashion you can also bungy jump from the bridge. AJ Hackett New Zealand have multiple bungy zones in the country and the Harbour Bridge is the only location in New Zealand where you can also opt for an ocean dip. The walk along the Bridge to the bungy pod is exhilarating, offering amazing views of Auckland city and Waitemata Harbour. The jump is 40 meters high and it was here that the legend himself, AJ Hackett, was arrested in 1987 for jumping off the bridge when the sport was not technically legal.

3. Skydive over Auckland

Jump out of a perfectly good plane? Why not! If you consider yourself an adventure junkie, chances are you already have skydiving on your bucket list (or have ticked it off twice already). Skydive Auckland offer the highest skydive in New Zealand – a whopping 16,500ft! The dropzone offers amazing views of Auckland’s west and east coast and of course, the city and surrounding islands. An absolute must!

4. Jetboat

This is a fast and fun way to explore Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. The Jet boating trip takes around 35 to 40 minutes as you zoom around at 100 km/hr! Auckland Jet Boat Tours operate daily – a must do!

5. Sky Tower, SkyJump & SkyWalk

New Zealand’s tallest tower offers great photo opportunities of the city. Entry to Auckland’s Sky Tower is cheap but if you are looking for views with a thrill – opt for the SkyWalk or SkyJump! The SkyWalk will have you walking around the Sky Tower on a platform with no rails (you are harnessed of course). The guides encourage you to lean over the edge and try various techniques that will have your heart pumping. A harness is attached to your back as you are walked to the very edge of the platform, overlooking the city streets below. The SkyJump is absolutely terrifying – a truly unique New Zealand must do!Auckland Aventure Capital

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Aug 4 2024
Best Kitesurfing Spots In Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa, attracts some of the best kitesurfers from across the world during the months of October to April. During this time of the year, the waters around Cape Town experience the best conditions for kite surfing as compared to any other part of the world.

The area around Cape Town has a huge variety of beaches, all of which have distinct characteristics that perfectly suit the needs of different kite surfers. From downwind spots, flat water, high and low waves as well as warm and cold water, this area has it all.

Read on below to find out more about kitesurfing in Cape Town, including the perfect spots to engage in this activity.

What Is Kite surfing?

Kitesurfing involves skimming over the surface of the water while standing on a kiteboard or surfboard. The surfer is attached to a harness and holds on to a bar connected to the kite by cables; this bar is used to control the kite.

The best kite surfers can actually jump 30 meters into the air, and travel hundreds of more on the water surface by harnessing the power of the wind.

Now let’s look at the best kitesurfing spots in Cape Town

Best Kitesurfing Spots In Cape Town

Witsands

As one of the most dangerous kite surfing spots in Cape Town, Witsands also offers enthusiasts a great opportunity to enjoy a one of a kind experience. Here, the winds continuously hit the small bay which also receives some big waves. If you are not careful, you might end up floating in the open sea, never to be seen or heard from again!

Langebaan

If you are looking to skimp over meters of flat waters, then Langebaan is definitely where you need to go. This part of the cape receives softer winds which make for more relaxed kite surfing. Beginners are encouraged to start here; there are many instructors in the area who can help you get back up in case your kite falls into the water.

Blouberg

This is by far the best kite surfing spot in Cape Town. The direction of the southerly winds makes it possible for surfers to hit waves directly. This actually creates a situation where you can use the waves as your very own ramp. Catapulting meters into the air is so much easier from this spot.

Depending on what kind of traveler you are there are a number of accommodation choices for our stay in Cape Town. You can search Airbnb for options, look on Gumtree for rentals, stay at a backpackers or budget hotel, alternatively you can stay at one of the best boutique hotels in Cape Town.

Breede River Mouth

Another great place for kite surfing on flat water is the Breede River mouth. This spot is farther away from Cape Town and is therefore not as congested as some of the others mentioned above. The winds hit the estuary across a flat part of the water created by a sandbank. This makes it possible for kite surfers to skim right across the river.

Kite surfing has been gaining a lot of popularity over the last few years and Cape Town offers enthusiasts the best spots for a one of a kind surfing experience. The above spots are just a few of the places both beginners and experienced kite surfers can enjoy the thrill of being propelled over the water and into the air by the sheer power of the wind.

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Jul 28 2024
Top 5 Most Dangerous Sports In the World

Most dangerous sports in the world offers high adrenaline rush and thrill. Generally, sports help build team spirit, character, and sportsmanship. Sports help you grow physically strong and learn to take a few risks. Sports can vary from easy, to adventure to the extreme. Here are the top 5 most dangerous sports in the world.

Wrestling

In wrestling, showmanship matters more than anything else. Although we all know that professional wrestling is one big scripted show, we also know that putting on a great show to make people believe in the fight comes at a steep price. It can often get painfully real because of the sheer pressure to be the best and put on the best show possible. To convince the viewers, wrestlers always take a serious pounding. To combat the constant pain, many of them are constantly medicated. Evidence also shows that the continuous head trauma severely damages the brain like the tragic case of Chris Benoit. He developed severe dementia as a result of the repeated concussions which went largely unnoticed until a 3-day breakdown in which he killed his wife and son and then hung himself by a rope.

Bull Riding

 

This is a rodeo sport that involves staying mounted on a bull for as long as possible while the bull tries to buck off the rider. With no safety equipment and only a rodeo clown to draw away the sharp horns, bull riding is the most dangerous 8 seconds in sports. The deaths may occur as a result of the fall which simply cannot be prevented, which is, in fact, the very point of the sport. It has been considered as one of the most dangerous sports in the world with damage to the neck, head, and face, as well as concussions, accounting for most of the injuries. This sport, however, is considered a great favorite with the extremely macho men who like to boast about their high testosterone level and are ready to take on any pain for the sake of it. Wearing protective vests made of ballistic material was made compulsory in 1989 after a bull gored and punctured the heart of cowboy Lane Frost. This and other protective measures have brought down the number of accidents in the sport since.

Big Wave Surfing

 

Big wave surfing is a discipline of surfing in which surfing maestros paddle into or are towed onto waves which are ludicrously big with the height of at least 20 feet. The most coveted crown is to ride an intimidating 100-foot wave which offers a prize a $100,000. Drowning, by being pulled under by the current, by smashing your head against hidden rocks, or by being whacked by the board are the biggest hazards of this sport which could result in death.

Base Jumping

 

Jumping off a building isn’t for the faint of heart, neither is jumping out of a plane or off a mountain. That is why this is one of the most dangerous sports. BASE jumping was first developed by Carl Boenish in 1978 it has grown in popularity since.  BASE is actually an acronym for the type of objects people jump off. It stands for Buildings, Antennas (like a tower), Spans (like bridges) and Earth (like natural formations like cliffs, canyons, and etc.). These are the fixed structures from which individuals hurl themselves. BASE jumping is essentially parachuting. BASE jumpers climb to the top of tall buildings, jump off, free fall and float to the ground with a parachute to keep them from landing to their deaths. Apart from the obvious risk of jumping from hundreds of feet above, there’s a chance of being thrashed by the wind. This sport is actually lethal. Most of the deaths occur when parachutes fail to deploy and the jumper crash into the ground or obstacles like power lines.

Mountain Climbing

 

Mountain climbing includes hiking, rock climbing, and crossing glaciers. Mountain climbing is one of the most dangerous sports in the world because every element of this activity is risky. Mountain climbing essentially involves the risky activity of climbing up and down the highest of natural rocks, i.e. mountains. Most mountain climbers go up mountains as a hobby or as a recreational activity. Mountain climbers use the strength of their arms and legs to climb up mountains. Many mountain climbers use ropes and wear special shoes and safety equipment. Climbing can twist ankles, sprain muscles, tear ligaments, break bones, injure your back, suffer frostbite or even suffer a concussion.  Climbers can be seriously injured or even killed from falling, being covered in an avalanche of snow, or getting too cold.

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