Adrenaline plus scenery. Ziplining is the ultimate activity for those looking to see the sights and get their blood pumping. New Zealand Zipline Tours are located in some of the most awe-inspiring locations, from forest treetops to high above vineyards on islands. Buckle up for this list of the Best Zipline Tours in New Zealand!
1. Coromandel Zipline Tours
What a way to explore the Coromandel! Coromandel Zipline Tours take you above the trees and beneath the ferns in native forest. The journey starts with a short train ride up New Zealand’s only mountain railway. From there, you have 8 ziplines at your fingertips. Expect to see beautiful gullies and streams, native birds and New Zealand’s largest tree species, the Kauri tree. Check out Coromandel Zipline Tours on Viator.com here.
2. Ziptrek Eco Tours, Queenstown
Ziptrek Eco Tours turn up the thrill level with the official world’s steepest zipline! You’ll find yourself cruising down 30 storeys at up to 70kph! Not only have they got the adrenaline dose sorted, but these ziplines are also dotted through some of the most beautiful scenery in New Zealand. Ziptrek Eco Tours offer multiple zipline tours, so there’s an option for everyone here. Check out Ziptrek Eco Tours on Viator.com.
3. EcoZip Adventures, Waiheke Island
The EcoZip Zipline experience is one of a kind, with Auckland city views and ziplines high above vineyards and forest canopies. That’s a whole lot of scenery in one go! Located on Waiheke Island, your adventure begins with a ferry trip from downtown Auckland. EcoZip Adventures offer a ferry pick up service and Waiheke Highlights tour too. Check out EcoZip Adventures on Viator.com.
4. Zip Christchurch, Christchurch Adventure Park
Christchurch Adventure Park offer not only the longest but also the highest ziplining in New Zealand! Zoom through the trees and feel on top of the world (or the city) with ‘The Long Ride’, ‘The Full Tour’ or their incredible ‘Night Ziplines’. With panoramic city views and four different ziplines, this is a no brainer. Be sure to fly high with Christchurch Adventure Park when you’re in the garden city. Check out Zip Christchurch on Viator.com.
5. Rotorua Canopy Tours
You had us at Canopy Tours. Enjoy the experience in a small group with some fantastic guides who have plenty of local knowledge. Ziplining through this ancient native forest in Rotorua is an unforgettable adventure that should be on your to-do list. 3 hours and 600 meters of fun! Check out their Original Canopy Tour or Ultimate Canopy Tour. Check out Rotorua Canopy Tours on Viator.com.
6. Redwoods Altitude, Rotorua
Here’s a great way to experience even more of the spectacular Redwoods Forest in Rotorua. Redwoods Altitude is a guided zipline experience that takes you to new heights – up to 25 meters high to be exact! Traverse along 25 bridges, 3 flying fox lines and 650 meters of jungle-like scenery in this fantastic Rotorua experience.
Looking for something to do at night in Rotorua? Check out the Redwoods Nightlights!
7. Kawarau Zipride, AJ Hackett Bungy Queenstown
This is a great way to get in on the action at AJ Hackett Bungy and have a taste of all that adrenaline, without your heart fully pumping out of your chest! The Kawarau Zipride catapults down a 130 meter line suspended above the milky blue Kawarau River. You’ll be travelling at over 60 kph and having the time of your life. Plus, there’s an option to do it tandem! Check out Kawarau Zipride on Klook.com.
Feel like stretching your legs after this one? Check out our Top 6 Queenstown Walks here.
8. Zoom Ziplines, Skyline Rotorua
Zipline races over Lake Rotorua? We’re in! Zoom Ziplines at Skyline Rotorua have dual ziplines, meaning you can zoom down the 400 meter lines alongside your neighbour. Pair this with gondola passes, luge rides and lunch with a view, and you’ve got a great day out in Rotorua. All this action is happening on Mount Ngongotaha with incredible lake and town views.
Cover Image Credit: Coromandel Zipline Tours.
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