Tourist dies hours after completing 233m bungee jump from Macau Tower: Report
The bungee jump from Macau Tower is the world's highest.
The 233m bungee jump off the Macau Tower is the highest commercial bungee jump in the word. (File photo: iStock)
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A 56-year-old Japanese tourist died hours after completing a bungee jump from Macau Tower on Sunday (Dec 3), according to local media reports.
Hong Kong news site HK01 reported that the man felt breathless after completing the 233m jump at about 4.30pm.
The man, who had no visible injuries, was then taken to Conde S Januario Hospital after he stopped breathing. He was later pronounced dead.
The popular attraction at Macau Tower is run by Skypark by AJ Hackett. The Skypark website bills the facility as the world's highest commercial bungee jump.
Each jump costs 2,888 Macanese Pataca (US$359) per participant.
Besides bungee jumping, other activities operated by AJ Hackett include a Skywalk experience on a platform around the tower, as well as a climb to the summit of the tower's mast at 338m.
On its website, Skypark by AJ Hackett states that prospective participants should disclose their relevant medical conditions, including high blood pressure, epilepsy, neurological conditions, asthma, and physical disabilities.
According to the activity's listing on Klook, a travel and services booking platform, participants are required to sign a liability waiver form that notifies them of the risks of the activity. If the participant is a minor, a parent or a legal guardian must sign the waiver form on their behalf.
The activity is also not recommended for people with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure or epilepsy.
Responding to CNA's queries on Wednesday, AJ Hackett International CEO Danny Hughes said the company is "saddened" by the death and extended its deepest condolences to the man's family.
"Safety is our top priority, and each and every customer is subject to stringent safety procedures."
The tourist had followed all safety requirements before taking part in the jump, the company said.
It added that when company staff found out that the man was feeling unwell after landing, they immediately provided first aid and called the authorities for help.
"The company is cooperating with relevant government departments in carrying out an investigation into the incident."
