“I’m Scared Just by Watching You”: South African Woman Walks on Cloud Bridge in Vietnam, SA Stunned

“I’m Scared Just by Watching You”: South African Woman Walks on Cloud Bridge in Vietnam, SA Stunned

  • A South African woman proved her fearlessness by sharing a viral video of herself crossing Vietnam’s terrifying Sapa Cloud Bridge alone on a windy, rainy day
  • The gripping video, shared on TikTok, documented her emotional journey of bravery and prayer, making viewers anxious about the risky walk
  • Social media users were amazed by her courage, with many confessing that watching the shaky bridge gave them severe anxiety
The woman attempted this on a windy and rainy day, making her attempt even more difficult
A brave woman was proud of herself after successfully crossing the Vietnam Cloud Bridge. Image: @khariye.travels
Source: TikTok

A travel enthusiast’s determination to complete a risky bucket list challenge resulted in a powerful viral video that stunned many social media users.

The clip, shared on TikTok by @kharite_travels, showcased an intense moment of bravery and self-conviction high above the ground in Vietnam, impressing many viewers who admitted they wouldn’t attempt the act.

The video documents the woman’s attempt to cross the Sapa Cloud Bridge, in Vietnam, a specific destination for which she visited the city. Narrating her experience, she shared that the bridge was the sole reason for her visit. As she began walking across the scary and shaky structure, she admitted that the wind and rain made the journey terrifying, causing her to ask herself many questions. At one point, the conditions were so severe that she looked back, wanting to turn around, but she resolved to continue bravely.

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The woman conquers the Vietnam Sapa cloud bridge

To manage her fear, TikTok user @kharite_travels shared that she resorted to an emotional coping mechanism: praying in all African languages. She described the experience as incredibly challenging yet fulfilling. She paused in the middle of the 15-minute bridge as the strong, rainy, and windy weather threatened to push her off the slippery path. She humorously concluded her ordeal by calling herself “dangerous,” asserting that she was capable of anything, but acknowledging that the walk was far from easy. The caption proudly stated that she was the first South African woman to climb the Sapa Cloud Bridge.

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Others said they were proud of her for ticking one of her bucket list items
The woman's video stunned many viewers who admitted they would never attempt to cross the bridge. Image: Ketut Subiyanto
Source: UGC

SA reacts to the woman’s scary adventure

The clip attracted massive views and comments from social media users, who praised the woman’s brave character. Many viewers confessed that watching her walk across the bridge induced severe anxiety, confirming that they would have never been able to attempt the crossing themselves. Some noted the wide gaps in the bridge’s steps and admitted they would have fainted from fear. One viewer familiar with the bridge added context, explaining that the bridge naturally separates further as a person walks across, making the journey tougher.

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User @busisiwe said:

"I'm scared just watching you. You're really brave 🥰😅."

User @Kgabo Thantsha commented:

"I commend your unwavering persistence. It is imperative to maintain focus on your accomplishments and avoid dwelling on past challenges. Remain steadfast in the face of adversity, as your ultimate objective will be realised💯."

User @Sthandwa shared:

"😭This will never be me shem, asoze, ngiyigwala (never, I'm fearful) 😂. I am so happy for you though 🥰."

User @elt_inks noted:

"The more you walk, the more the steps separate. It gets tough as you walk."

User @MoradiwaOupa said:

"Bucket list added ❤."

User @DE20205 commented:

"Respect to you, sister. As South Africans, we are so proud of you. The bridge is too long. I can try up to 5 km, big up to you."

User @Mufunwa Faith Khakhu asked:

"When are you visiting Sapa again? I'd really love to do it."

Watch the TikTok video below:

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Bongiwe Mati (Human Interest Editor) Bongiwe Mati is a Human Interest reporter who joined Briefly News in August 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Her journalism journey began in 2005 at the university newspaper. She later transitioned to marketing and sales at Leadership Magazine under Cape Media (2007-2009). In 2023, she joined BONA magazine as an Editorial Assistant, contributing to digital and print platforms across current news, entertainment, and human interest categories. Bongiwe can be reached at bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za