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Canopy Tours: The 15 Best Courses in the Trees

31 tours  ·  from $55 a head

A guided course of lines and platforms rather than one long ride. The 15 below cover Costa Rica, New Zealand and Mexico, compared on how many lines you get, group size and how much walking sits between them.

Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure - Getting fitted with safety gear
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Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure

1.Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,563 reviews · from $123Our pick

Spend 2.5 hours flying through Rotorua’s ancient native forest on multiple ziplines and high bridges. Local guides such as Josh, Dylan, Travis, and Emma explain the forest, wildlife, and restoration work while keeping beginners at ease. Small groups, free digital photos, and wet-weather gear are included.

“Amazing adventure, instructors were brilliant and very reassuring. Had a fantastic time exploring the forest. Super insightful information about wildlife and just a general fab thing to do. Will book again when we come back to NZ”

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Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride - Nineteen lines above the Los Horcones River
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Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

2.Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,786 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

You’ll ride by speedboat or land transport to Los Veranos, then tackle 19 jungle ziplines with guides such as Pepe, Edgar, and Fernando. Expect steep steps, river views, tequila tasting, waterslides, kayaks, and a small animal sanctuary. Lunch, drinks, photos, and some fees cost extra.

“I had a wonderful time. Our guided put on a great show and kept the energy up all while keeping us safe and sound.”

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Canopy River Zipline Tour and Mule Ride - The 15-minute mule ride and tequila tasting
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Canopy River Zipline Tour and Mule Ride

3.Canopy River Zipline Tour and Mule Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 893 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Fly 200 meters above a river through the Sierra Madre canopy, then ride a mule for 15 minutes to a tequila tasting. Canopy River provides equipment, guides, safety training, water stations, and transport from designated meeting points. Guides including Martin, Loony, and Tony have earned special praise for their friendly help.

“This was my second time and it was just as good as the first! The guides are super nice and helpful. Afterwards we had the BEST lunch and Bloody Mary’s I’d do it again”

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Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk! - Safety gear, briefings, and the first runs
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Puerto Vallarta’s Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!

4.Puerto Vallarta’s Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 817 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $58

Meet at Canopy River’s Las Glorias office, ride to the mountain park, and spend about 1.5 hours on scenic ziplines above the jungle. Guides such as David, Miguel, Daniel, and Fernando are known for clear safety briefings and good humor. Expect steep walks, Jorullo Bridge, tequila tasting, and return transport.

“It was a great value for the cost. We all had a great time even our 40 something year old daughter who was afraid to go. Our tour guides were very helpful. Will definitely go again”

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Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure - The guides make the difference for beginners
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Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

5.Big Island Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 720 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $256

Near Hawi, you’ll spend about three hours on a private forest course with roughly eight ziplines, suspension bridges, and sweeping Kohala views. Guides such as Jake, Davyn, Kody, and Decker focus on safety while sharing local nature and cultural stories. Closed-toe shoes and a 70 to 270-pound weight limit apply.

“This activity is thrilling yet quite safe due to the very professional guides that accompany you throughout the entire course.”

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Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour - Starting with the documentary and welcome refreshments
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Phuket Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour

6.Phuket Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 601 reviews · from $61

Spend 90 minutes at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary watching rescued elephants roam, forage, bathe, and socialize below a 500-meter canopy walkway. Guides such as Yaya, Alex, Woody, and Ice share each elephant’s story. Feeding is included through March 31, 2026, along with snacks, drinks, and a souvenir shirt.

“My friend and I decided at the last minute to do this tour when we were in Phuket. We were so glad we did! You could tell that the people who worked there took good care of the elephants. Before the start of the tour, we watched a video explaining the work that they do and how the number of Thai elephants have gone down over the years. They save as many as they can. It was a great learning experience, and I even got a chance to feed one. The tour was well worth it”

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Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour - Starting with the safety briefing
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Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

7.Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 481 reviews · 2h 30m · from $55Best value

Join two English or Afrikaans-speaking guides for a small-group zipline tour through Tsitsikamma forest. You will cross about ten tree platforms, learn about yellowwoods and birdlife, and finish with a 600-meter walk. The guides make first-time flyers feel safe, even on rainy days.

“Unathi and Sibu were amazing tour guides. They were funny and set the vibe for an experience to remember for a lifetime. They are professional and I felt safe in their hands through the whole experience. It’s a must to check off of any list.”

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Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour - Starting with the documentary and welcome refreshments
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Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour

8.Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 427 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

Spend 90 minutes at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary with an English-speaking guide such as KT, Gigi, or Minnie. Watch a short film, cross the 500-meter canopy walkway, observe rescued elephants roaming and bathing, and feed them until March 31, 2026. Hotel pickup is optional.

“We had a fantastic afternoon at the Elephant Sanctury,l. We are a family of 2 adults, a 6 and 4 year old. We did the canopy walk including a drink and snacks. We left the sanctury feeling the elephants are well cared for. The children had a lovely time, particularly feeding the elephants. The walk was just long enough to keep there attention too. We would reccomend the sanctury to our friends.”

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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park - The water zipline and 650-year-old trees
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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

9.Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

You’ll ride seven ziplines, cross eight canopy ropes, and tackle bridges, swinging steps, and a 50-foot climbing tower at Southeast Exposure. Guides such as Frank, Eli, Shea, and Mallory lead the course, with port pickup, safety gear, and transport included.

“Such a pretty ziplining course! You can’t beat ziplining through the beautiful green trees and there’s a bonus little “obstacle course” in the trees. Guides were also great! Definitely recommend and would do it again if I return to Ketchikan!”

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Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour - Ground school before the first line
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Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour

10.Minnesota River Valley 14-Line Thrilling Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

At Kerfoot Canopy Tour, you’ll complete 14 ziplines and aerial platforms high above the Minnesota River Valley. Maddie and Josiah are among the guides who may lead your group through safety school, equipment checks, and lines that grow more challenging as you gain confidence.

“Great tour - lots of zip line variety. Staff was fun but very professional. Highly recommend. Shout out to Maddie and Josiah for making our tour fun.”

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Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK - Why the guides matter for first-timers
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Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK

11.Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure in Ketchikan, AK

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $230

Ride eight zip lines up to 135 feet above Ketchikan’s rainforest, cross suspension bridges, rappel, and explore a totem park and historic sawmill. Guides such as Hannah, Stevie, Cole, and Allison coach first-timers carefully. Transport, gear, and a three-and-a-half-hour outing are included.

“Our large family had a blast! Cole and Hailey did an amazing job helping us and keeping us safe. There were a few of us that had never zip lined and are afraid of heights. However, Hailey and Cole were patient and coached us through. Definitely a 10/10.”

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Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades - What happens at Boone Creek Outdoors
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Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades

12.Fully Guided Zipline Canopy Tour through Kentucky River Palisades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · from $101

Fly through Boone Creek Gorge near Lexington on six ziplines, three suspension bridges, a floating staircase, and a rappel. Trained guides such as Jade, Hannah, James, and Peora keep the pace friendly and explain local trees, wildlife, history, and the fragile creek ecosystem.

“I'd never been zip lining before. Everything was explained and it was so. so. so. much fun. Strongly recommend trying zip lining with Boone Creek Outdoors. I think they had as much fun as we did.”

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Bransons Best Zipline - Great Woodsman Canopy Tour - Longer zip lines bring the best views
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Bransons Best Zipline – Great Woodsman Canopy Tour

13.Bransons Best Zipline – Great Woodsman Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $96

You’ll follow a roughly two-hour canopy course at Shepherd of the Hills, starting with shorter zip lines and building toward longer scenic runs above the Henning Conservation Area. Guides such as Katie, Holden, Joshua, and Ashlyn are praised for patience and safety, making this a strong first zipline.

“Great experience! Safe and the guides were awesome! The scenery was beautiful. Got to check this off my bucket list!😉”

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Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure - Eight ziplines through old-growth forest
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Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure

14.Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · from $168

Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure takes you six miles from Seward into old-growth Pacific forest for eight ziplines, three suspension bridges, and two rappels. Small groups of up to eight, trained guides, safety gear, and shuttle transport are included. Expect Kenai Mountain views and a few thrilling surprises.

“The zip lines were awesome and the view of the mountains was an added bonus. Thanks to our guides - they made the trip extra special”

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Treetop Adventure Park Canopy Tour - Getting Ready With Harness, Helmet, and Gloves
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Treetop Adventure Park Canopy Tour

15.Treetop Adventure Park Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · from $101

Ride an air-conditioned bus from your St. Lucia hotel or cruise port to Treetop Adventure Park, then cross 12 ziplines, 20 platforms, a net bridge, and four forest trails. Guides such as Sunshine, Laura, and Lorna are known for lively island commentary and hands-on help with photos.

“The tour was amazing! From pick up, to drop off, the experienfe was quite enjoyable. Our tour guide Laura, as well as the zipline workers were very friendly and personable. On the ride up to the zipline site, we were given historical information Read more”

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