Australian Tourist Survives 360-Foot Plunge Into Crocodile-Infested River After Bungie Cord Snaps
What began as a thrilling adventure turned into a nightmare for Australian traveler Erin Langworthy, who plunged 360 feet into the crocodile-infested Zambezi River after her bungee cord snapped mid-jump.
In 2012, while visiting Zambia, Langworthy decided to take the plunge from a bridge towering over the powerful Zambezi—a river known not only for its fierce currents but also for its deadly crocodile population.
As she leaped into the air, the unimaginable happened: her bungee cord snapped in midair. In a moment caught on video and later shared widely online, Langworthy is seen free-falling into the turbulent river below.
Despite the terrifying drop and the danger of predatory wildlife, Langworthy survived. Battling the strong current with her feet still bound, she managed to stay afloat and free herself as the cord tangled on rocks beneath the surface.
A swift response from the bungee staff led to her rescue from the water. She was immediately rushed to a hospital in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, where she received medical treatment.
Langworthy’s harrowing ordeal is a chilling reminder of the extreme risks that can come with adventure tourism—and her survival, nothing short of miraculous.