Gandaki Province, Nepal
Kushma Travel Guide
An adventure-capital hill town in Parbat district, perched above the Kali Gandaki gorge and famous for the world's tallest bungee, a giant canyon swing and some of Nepal's longest suspension bridges, between Pokhara, Baglung and Beni.
Kushma is the adventure capital of western Nepal, a breezy hill town and the headquarters of Parbat district, set high above the point where the Kali Gandaki carves one of the world's deepest gorges. In a few short years it has reinvented itself from a quiet bazaar on the Pokhara–Baglung highway into the country's adrenaline hub, anchored by the world's tallest bungee jump and a clutch of record-breaking suspension bridges.
The headline thrills are unmissable. Take the plunge — or just watch — at the Kushma bungee jump, one of the highest on Earth at around 228 metres over the gorge, then ride or photograph the enormous Kushma canyon swing. Walk high above the rivers on the Kushma–Balewa suspension bridge and the famous Kushma–Gyadi bridge, Nepal's longest. Stitch the adrenaline together with our adventure activities in Kushma round-up and the suspension bridges of Kushma guide.
Beyond the thrills, Kushma rewards slower travel. Gaze into the canyon from the Kali Gandaki gorge viewpoint, find the meeting of two great rivers at the Kali Gandaki and Modi confluence, and wander the traditional Magar settlements of Durlung and Salija villages. Our pick of the top things to do in Kushma ties it all together.
Kushma is also a natural gateway between Pokhara, Baglung and Beni, on the road toward Lower Mustang. For context, see Nepal's wider adventure activities and its most beautiful villages. To plan, read how to get to Kushma, where to stay in Kushma and the best time to visit Kushma. Below are our picks for what to see and do.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kushma known for?+
Kushma, the headquarters of Parbat district, is Nepal's adventure capital. It is famous for the Kushma bungee jump — one of the world's tallest at around 228 metres — a giant canyon swing, and several record-setting suspension bridges over the Kali Gandaki and Modi gorges.
How do you get to Kushma?+
Kushma sits on the Pokhara–Baglung highway, roughly a two-and-a-half to three hour drive west of Pokhara by bus or jeep. It is also a short hop from Baglung and on the route toward Beni and Lower Mustang, making it an easy day trip or stopover.
Is the Kushma bungee the highest in the world?+
The Kushma bungee, at about 228 metres over the Kali Gandaki gorge, is widely promoted as the world's second-highest bungee and the tallest in Asia. The adjacent giant swing is also among the world's biggest, making Kushma a magnet for thrill-seekers.
Can you visit Kushma without doing the bungee?+
Absolutely. Many visitors come simply to walk the Kushma–Gyadi and Kushma–Balewa suspension bridges, watch jumpers from the viewing platforms, photograph the Kali Gandaki gorge and explore nearby villages like Durlung and Salija.
How long should you spend in Kushma?+
A day trip from Pokhara covers the bungee viewing, swing and bridges. Stay one or two nights to add the Kali Gandaki–Modi confluence, the gorge viewpoints and a village walk to Durlung or Salija at a relaxed pace.