Canyoning & bungy jumpingWhen: July 5 (Sunday) Where: Minakami, Gunma

An unforgettable personal challenge, start your day jumping off a 42-m high bridge. Suwakyo bridge bungy is the only one of its kind in Japan. Watching only is OK if you are scared of heights! Canyoning is the freshest and most exciting new adventure sport to hit Japan that guarantee will give you big thrills! Negotiate your way down steep canyons by abseiling and jumping waterfalls and cliffs, cascading down natural chutes and swimming through crystal clear pools. 80% of the time is spent in the water.

A brief description of what will happen on the trip:

• Meet in Shinjuku at 6:45am • Get on the bus • Stop by for breakfast on the way • Arrive in Minakami at around 9:45am • Bungy; jump or watch ok (10am~12pm) • Drive to the Canyons base • Have lunch (not provided) • Fill out insurance • Get the gear on • Canyoning (1pm~4) • Take a hot shower • Relax • Have some beers • Get on the bus • Stop by for dinner on the way • Arrive back in Shinjuku at around 9pm

How much: 15,000yen

Price includes;
• Private bus transportation (round-trip) • Canyoning (guide, gear & equipment) • Accident insurance
Optional;
• Bungy jump (7,000yen)

Take note the following:

• Itinerary may vary due to the weather, traffic condition & other unavoidable circumstances • Bungy is optional. You can just watch and take videos if you are scared of heights • All gears/equipment/guides for canyoning are provided • Reasonable fitness necessary to join • Swimming skill not necessary but an advantage • Food & drinks available at Alpine Lodge cafe & bar • Final details will be sent to the participants two days before the event

What to wear/bring:

• Clothes appropriate to the weather • Spare clothes • Swimsuit/bikini • Comfortable shoes/socks • Sunscreen • Towel • Lunch • Snacks • iPod/MP player • Book (to read on the bus) • Camera • Cellphone • Cash

Check URL's for:

• Meeting spot • Train times & connections • Weather forecast • Canyoning • Bungy video