When it comes to heights, having a healthy dose of fear is completely natural. It is also linked to the fear of falling, which serves as a protective mechanism for most of us. However, some people seem to be fearless, pushing the boundaries of safety and even risking their lives by climbing to the edges of rooftops, rocky mountains, or even on a windowsill to reach a dirty spot on the ninth floor.
Today, we would like to present you with some of the craziest images from all over the internet that Bored Panda collected of adrenaline enthusiasts reaching unnerving heights. These experiences, which have either been photographed by others or documented by the daredevils themselves, can seem like an unattainable adventure for regular people, not to mention people with acrophobia (the fear of heights). So whether you are actually afraid of heights or simply are not a fan of putting your life at risk, these images will serve you as an adventure you would never take but could enjoy from the safety of solid ground.
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Château Frontenac, Quebec City
Currently at #19 this one would be the first I could get behind IF IT WEREN'T SNOWING. I love snow, but that roof must be slick as an oiled sheet of glass
Getting Up On The Wrong Side Of The Bed Is Not An Option
Harihar Fort - A Moist, Steep Staircase In India
On The Edge 1400 Feet Above Central Park
I just got a unpleasant feeling in my lower gut. I am so afraid of heights.
Say Cheese
Provided those harnesses are actually being used and are clipped up, this is the one I'd be okay with.
But imagine falling, being pulled back by rope and then slamming into a steel pillar only to dangle there with all kinds of broken bones.
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In North Dakota, there is a TV tower 2063 feet (628.8024 meters for the rest of the world). The antenna is a hollow tube about this big around. To do work on the antenna, they would lower a technician head first into the tube with a rope around his feet. (My ex MIL worked there). Both of my favorite phobias: acro and clostro
How do people not fall down??? My doctor's office on the 5th floor has a balcony looking down to the lobby and vaulted ceilings. I looked at the ceiling 15 feet back from the balcony and fell down. Can't walk on the edge of the second story of the mall. The American Indian Museum in DC is the scariest building I have ever been in. Gave me a panic attack
Now that the question has been asked I want to know the answer so bad!! LOL!
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Even I, cheese lover that I am, would *not* be thinking of cheese in this situation.
Now the ultimate question: who's taking the photo? Is it by drone?
how did they get up there, what is it, and why do they need 5 man for it
Cleaning The Blinds
A Moment I’ll Never Forget. Sometimes The Timing Is Perfect And All The Elements Line Up For You. This Was One Of Those Times
If My SO Suggested This Photo Idea, I'd Rather Be Single
I can just hear either of them say "Life insurance? Why do you ask?"
On Top Of The Stairs In Pico Tijuca, Brazil
Sunbathing On A Roof, What Could Go Wrong?
Sudden earthquake, bee lands on you and you freak out, Freak gust of wind . . .
Conquered My Fear Of Heights
As A Person Who Is Afraid Of Heights I'm Not Sure If This Would Make It Easier Or More Difficult To Do Your Business In This Toilet
In Brazil, There's An Apartment Building With A 40-Store Spiral Staircase Attached To The Outside Meant As A Fire Escape. What Scares You More? Fire Or Falling?
This Would Scare The Hell Outta Me
Hanging Out About ~130 Feet Up Above Deck On A Tall Ship
Me Facing My Immense Fear Of Heights 103 Floors Up On The Willis Tower In Chicago! I Did It
I Love Roof-Topping Photos. Does Anyone Have Any Good Ones?
Fixing An AC Compressor On A Level 28 Ledge
1.4-Mile Highline Walk
WORLD RECORD Highline with Nathan Paulin at Mont-Saint-Michel.
Strong Performance
Looking Down A Mine Shaft
The View From High Rock Lookout, Washington State. Will Someone Please Close The Door?
Exploring Some Of The Newer Crags On Kalymnos, Still Got The Goods After All These Years Of Development
Ancient Arts - First Outdoor Climb, First Multi-Pitch Climb, First Climb On Ropes (I Do Indoor Bouldering)
The Most Picturesque Climb In The Country
Victory Over Fear Of Heights, 1000m
Hanging Out 3,000 Feet Above The Golden Gate Bridge
Pulpit Rock From Above With A Growing Crack. Not A Safety Rail In Sight
Risky Shot
If this is as precarious as it looks, buddy, you're an absolute rissole.
Afraid Of Heights? I Remember The Fear I Felt Every Time I Look At This Photo
Taking The Selfie Game To New Heights
When We Saw Our Hotel From A New Vantage Point
555 Meters Above The Streets Of Seoul
One Of My All-Time Favorite New York Photos
Devil's Golf Ball
I'm Afraid Of Heights, But This Walk Through The Vancouver Treetops Was Actually Relaxing
This Is 400 Feet Up On An Antenna Tower
I've Been Trying To Tackle My Fear Of Heights. Needless To Say, I Freaked My Mom Out When I Showed This
Such A Mega Place To Shoot
Ragged Edge 5.7, Vesper Peak, WA
Observing The Landscape Of Yosemite
I Live At The Top Floor
Don't Slip
U can’t slip. They got crampons (metal attachment with spikes that attaches to boots. Usually used for ice climbing.)
Looking Down A Long Shaft
Just Hanging Around
This Makes Me Dizzy
Mauvoisin Near Verbier, Switzerland
A Crazy Place For Skydiving
Not Afraid Of Heights
This one I'm fine with. Water everywhere as a landing and lens makes it look higher I'm sure.
I Wasn't Afraid Of Heights Until This Moment In Toronto
The Maiden
Recent Love Obsession - Chimneys
YES, they are so fun. The technique is quite simple. One of my favorite crags has a really fun 5.8/9 that has a big chimney!
With The City, Sea And Bungee
I've done this! It's the Sky Tower in Auckland. It's actually a controlled fall...you fall a few feet and then they dangle you like this mid-air for a few moments to take a picture before they drop you again all the way to the ground. I think it's about 190 metre drop (like 660 feet). Was a lot of fun!
A Photo Of My Friends 1400 Feet Above With A View Of Central Park
Warning: Potential For Feeling Nauseous
1,353 Feet Above The Ground
How To Climb On Roof
Same guy as the one with four photos. He died falling from just such a height.
I'm Afraid Of Heights. I Still Get Chills When I Think About Taking This Picture
I feel like that would be a nice place to read a book (with a harness ofc)
Good Photo But Now I Got Anxiety
How? And Why?
My Husband Faced His Fear Of Heights And It Was Worth The View (Angels’ Landing, Zion National Park)
High Above The Smoke-Filled City. Shot During The 2022 Wildfire Season In Seattle
Great picture, but it doesn't really show how bad the air was. You couldn't go anywhere without a mask and even with the mask on it was still difficult to breathe. After just a day into my trip that year I had laryngitis, just from the irritation caused by inhaling all the smoke.
Glass Floor? Sure, Not Like As If I Was Scared Or Anything
That Feeling Of Vertigo When You Learn To Trust Your Handjam Technique
Shiey, Lattice Climbing On Duga Radar
The Unparalleled Freedom Of Mallorcan
Don’t worry. They are very safe. They are likely to fall feet first, or head first, due to how the human body and overhangs and centers of mass.
Extremely High
Height - 150 Meters, Chernobyl
Kyiv, 2013
The First Rule Of Height Club Is... Don't Look Down
Yeah, cool photo shoot is done. Now, lets get back down...very carefully.....
Nobody Could Ever Force Me To Climb Up There
The Cure For The Fear Of Heights
One Good Sneeze And Everyone Is Going Home Early
As You Know, I Often Visit Such Places. Would You Like To See Moscow From A Bird's-Eye View?
I've been there, It is a nice city. Disagree with the government tho.
Only Up
The Game Is On
Hanging Out On A Plank, 2000-Feet-High On The Edge Of A Cliff In China
Standing Atop The Legacy Tower In Chicago
Climbing Up High
Climbing Is A Way To Overcome Ourselves And Our Abilities
I Randomly Drove Past This Building In Vietnam And Decided To Snap A Picture. Found This Sketchy Ledge On The Roof
When You Can't Get A Room, So You End Up Sleeping On The Sign Instead
Rest Day
Exploring Abandoned Skyscrapers At Sunrise In Dubai
Exploring New Places
Elevator
Dropping Into New York City
Big Drop Romance
Sending Peace And Love To Everyone
Freeclimb On The Tallest Cathedral In France (151m)
Lattice Climber In Berlin, Guy Climbs Without Gear, 220-Meters-High
Sweaty Palms. Maybe For People With Extreme Fear Of Heights
The popularity of daredevil selfies has shifted people's perception of reasonable vs dangerous risk. There is such a thing as self-preserving, intelligent fear. It's one thing if fear of heights gets in the way of you doing normal things -- like you won't ever take elevators or you break out in a sweat if you're visiting an office or home in a high-rise building. But most of the people here talking about "overcoming fear of heights" are taking dangerous risks.
Glass floors, fine. Staircases, fine. Your job takes you to the top of cellphone towers, fine. But BP, do not give a platform to people taking dangerous selfies.
Yes, some of these people are crazy mother f*****s that are going to end up on a Darwin awards list.
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I was once eye witness of the fall of a free climber...he fell only 12 - 13 m, but it was enough
People: do whatever you want to do with your own life. But either some of these are not as spectacular as they look, or one day soon some idiot is going to fall onto a bridge or a busy street and cause a LOT of fatalities (not just their own). Like someone said, all it takes is a badly timed sneeze
BP: Look at these idiots who killed themselves for selfies! Also BP: Check out the crazy, awesome places these people took pictures of.
I have two burned lightbulbs in my balcony. They will stay like this forever because I'm not going to change them.
How many times do we as humans slip, trip, sneeze and get knocked off your balance, have a dizzy spell. It's just not worth it. It's not about being sure footed, humans are fallible. It makes me feel ill.
I guess I’m not adventurous. But, then again, I’m still alive after half a century. I just can’t imagine why anyone would risk their lives (or, worse, the lives of others) to take a photo of their legs dangling off of a ledge. There’s enough that can go wrong on the ground. Why risk it?
I made it 3 deep and had to dash. My fear is so bad that even photos and movies make me close my eyes.
My anxiety went through the roof as I looked on. See what I did there ah lol
After looking at these photos, I can confirm that I'm not afraid of heights, but of falling from them. If the person is wearing visible safety equipment or otherwise cannot fall, I have no problem looking at the photo. If they're rawdogging it, I feel nauseated and anxious.
Some of the people photographed lack imagination, as they cannot foresee anything going wrong.
I'll have to look at these in the morning. The first two will keep me awake all night.
Ah, I needed this —seeing the perspective from high places knocks the mud off my soul. I miss going up (my fetal “co-pilot” had me grounded until their birth) and if I can’t fly a plane, I’ll enjoy the photos others bring back down to earth!
These images gave me tense feeling in my fingers and toes..
Glass floors, fine. Staircases, fine. Your job takes you to the top of cellphone towers, fine. But BP, do not give a platform to people taking dangerous selfies.
Yes, some of these people are crazy mother f*****s that are going to end up on a Darwin awards list.
Load More Replies... I was once eye witness of the fall of a free climber...he fell only 12 - 13 m, but it was enough
People: do whatever you want to do with your own life. But either some of these are not as spectacular as they look, or one day soon some idiot is going to fall onto a bridge or a busy street and cause a LOT of fatalities (not just their own). Like someone said, all it takes is a badly timed sneeze
BP: Look at these idiots who killed themselves for selfies! Also BP: Check out the crazy, awesome places these people took pictures of.
I have two burned lightbulbs in my balcony. They will stay like this forever because I'm not going to change them.
How many times do we as humans slip, trip, sneeze and get knocked off your balance, have a dizzy spell. It's just not worth it. It's not about being sure footed, humans are fallible. It makes me feel ill.
I guess I’m not adventurous. But, then again, I’m still alive after half a century. I just can’t imagine why anyone would risk their lives (or, worse, the lives of others) to take a photo of their legs dangling off of a ledge. There’s enough that can go wrong on the ground. Why risk it?
I made it 3 deep and had to dash. My fear is so bad that even photos and movies make me close my eyes.
My anxiety went through the roof as I looked on. See what I did there ah lol
After looking at these photos, I can confirm that I'm not afraid of heights, but of falling from them. If the person is wearing visible safety equipment or otherwise cannot fall, I have no problem looking at the photo. If they're rawdogging it, I feel nauseated and anxious.
Some of the people photographed lack imagination, as they cannot foresee anything going wrong.
I'll have to look at these in the morning. The first two will keep me awake all night.
Ah, I needed this —seeing the perspective from high places knocks the mud off my soul. I miss going up (my fetal “co-pilot” had me grounded until their birth) and if I can’t fly a plane, I’ll enjoy the photos others bring back down to earth!
These images gave me tense feeling in my fingers and toes..
