Zip-lining mingles high speeds with spectacular landscapes to combine for one thrilling and unforgettable experience.
From British Columbia’s snowy mountains to New Zealand’s Gravity Canyon, we’ve selected the eight most extreme zip lines in the world.
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Zip 2000, South Africa
South Africa is home to the one of the longest zip lines in the world, which offers spectacular views and a top speed of up to 100 mph (161 kph).
Those trying the activity for the first time can also opt to go in tandem with a loved one to make the experience less intimidating.
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Toro Verde Nature Adventure Park, Puerto Rico
For the feeling of flying, try the Toro Verde Nature Adventure Park zip line, which offers lengths up to 4,745 feet (1,446 metres).
Guests can also combine their zip-lining experience with a tour of the park, including rappelling down to a waterfall and trekking across suspension bridges.
Superfly Ziplines, British Columbia
Like the sound of snow-capped mountains and ice-frosted evergreens?
The zip line in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada’s longest, offers impressive views of the winter wonderland scenery below.
Simatai Zip Line, China
Ever wanted to beat the crowds and see the Great Wall of China from above?
Try Simatai Zip Line, which provides a cultural and action-packed experience of the World Heritage Site, complete with unbeatable views.
Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Measuring more than a mile long, the Icy Strait Point zip line in Alaska takes visitors 300 feet (91 metres) over the village of Hoonah and the gloriously picturesque forests and waterways that surround it.
The rapid descent takes a mere 90 seconds, and zip liners achieve speeds of over 60 mph (96 kph).
Flying Fox, New Zealand
This zip line is not for the faint of heart, as the impressive 100 mph (160 kph) speed and Superman-like flying position will have even the most courageous of adventurers thinking twice.
The view of Gravity Canyon, however, makes it all worthwhile.
Skyline Zip Line, Canada
With a vertical drop of more than 100 metres (328 feet) and speeds of up to 86 mph (138 kph), The Skyline in Calgary offers top-notch views in the heart of the city’s Olympic Park.
It’s probably the closest most mere mortals will get to feeling like an Olympic ski jumper.
The ZipFlyer, Nepal
Overlooking the Himalayas, the Seti River, and Machhapuchhre, this Nepalese zip line has a vertical drop of almost 2,000 feet (609 metres) and a distance of 1.2 miles (1,931 metres).
Before the ride begins, visitors also have the chance to trek to the top of a mountain and enjoy the views with a cup of coffee in hand.
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