Kushma

Kushma is a municipality in Parbat District, Gandaki Province, famous as Nepal's bungee jumping capital. The town is situated on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River at the junction of the Pokhara–Baglung highway. The Kushma Bungee Jump, from a suspension bridge over a dramatic gorge, is one of the highest in South Asia.

The climate is subtropical with warm summers, a monsoon (June–September), and mild winters. The best time to visit is October–March.

By Plane

The nearest airport is at Pokhara (PKR), 65 km north. Taxi from Pokhara costs Rs 2500–3500 (1.5 hours).

By Train

No train service.

By Car / Road

Kushma is on the Pokhara–Baglung highway, 65 km south-west of Pokhara (1.5 hours) and 20 km north of Baglung. Buses from Pokhara pass through regularly.

The town is walkable. The bungee site is a short walk from the centre.

• Kushma Bungee Jump – A 228 m jump from a suspension bridge over the Kali Gandaki gorge.

• Kali Gandaki River – One of Nepal's most powerful rivers, flowing through a dramatic valley.

• Kushma Bazaar – Small market town.

• Bungee jumping – The main attraction, one of the highest in the world.

• Zip-lining – Available at the same site.

• River rafting – The Kali Gandaki offers exciting rapids.

• Kushma Hotel Restaurant – Nepali dishes.
• Local eateries – Rs 150–300.

Tea shops. Bottled water recommended.

• Budget: Kushma Lodge – Rs 500–1000.
• Mid-range: Hotel Kushma – Rs 1000–2000.

Basic supplies.

• Pokhara (65 km north) – Adventure capital.
• Baglung (20 km south) – Kaligandaki valley town.
• Beni (30 km south) – Gateway to Dolpo and Mustang treks.
• Putalibazar (40 km east) – Hill town on the Siddhartha Highway.