B.A.S.E. (acronym for Building, Antenna, Span, Earth) Jump is an extreme sport started in the 1980s after several sky jumpers modified their skydiving gears for increased thrill and excitement. BASE Jump has since developed into a proper sport and its worldwide popularity is gaining rapidly.
o The objective?
To promote and boost the tourism industry of the chosen states in Malaysia at the same time promoting BASE Jump locally and internationally.
o When?
The nation's first ever International BASE Jump event was held on 3 October 1999 at Menara Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur Tower). The event is held annually with more than 50 BASE Jumpers from all over the world frequenting the Tower without fail and the participation is increasing every year.