7 Guided Zipline Tours Worth the Harness

1.Mont Tremblant Guided Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 918 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $142Our pick

Start in Mont Tremblant’s pedestrian village, take the Panoramic Gondola uphill, then ride five ziplines back toward the village. Ziptrek guides provide the harness, helmet, instruction, and encouragement. Expect stairs, moderate trail hiking, and wide mountain views during this three-hour outing.

“Trip got cancelled due to winds, we could only do the first zip… nobody’s fault, from what we could see tho, it looks incredible”

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2.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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3.All-Day Guided Zipline Tour with Train Ride and Lunch in Durango

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $650

You’ll take a first-class ride from downtown Durango to Soaring Tree Top Adventures, then spend 5.5 hours on 27 ziplines with guides such as David, Olivia, and Tori. Expect short forest walks, ecology talks, and a four-course lunch overlooking the Animas River.

“My husband hates heights and he loved it! The crew that is with you every step of the way was wonderful. They are helpful, patient supportive, professional, and kind. I can’t say enough about Soaring Tree Top Adventures. It starts with the ride on the train to get there. 27 lines so you get a great variety. Yummy 4-course lunch in the trees was excellent. From start to finish it was marvelous!!”

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4.Mont-Tremblant: Treetop Observatory and Self-Guided Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 130 reviews · from $35Best value

Drive to a former fish hatchery near Mont-Tremblant, then follow an easy, nearly 1-kilometre forest path to a 40-metre observation tower. The 2.7-kilometre round trip takes about two hours, with wildlife, plant life, mountain views, and wheelchair-friendly walkways along the way.

“petit circuit sympa pour appréhender le parc . les vues sont magnifiques et le parcours facile. peut être un peu trop court pour nous car on est amené à faire un simple aller retour du départ du parcours à l'observatoire. cependant l'architecte de ce dernier est impressionnante! on se retrouve à 40 mètres de hauteur à son sommet.”

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5.Hawaii Kipu Ranch PowerLine Zipline with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · from $182

Fly across a 3,000-acre Kauai cattle ranch on four zip lines with guides such as Tanner, Eli, Sabre, and Sarah. The final 2,400-foot Superman-style run reaches about 300 feet high. Plan on two and a half hours, muddy conditions, and a small group capped at 13 people.

“Tons of fun, great zip lines and great guides. Ryker was especially friendly, funny, and informative.”

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6.Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 57 reviews · 2h 30m · from $102

At Hollybank Forest near Launceston, you’ll learn the ropes with an English-speaking guide before crossing six ziplines, nearly one kilometre in total. The route reaches 50 metres above the ground, includes a 400-metre final ride, and offers views of blue gums, the valley, and Piper’s River.

“We throughly enjoyed the entire activity. Thanks to Danielle and Carlos for guiding us. Will do it again if we ever get another chance.”

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7.Gran Canaria: Guided Via Ferrata and Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $73

Take on a 300-meter via ferrata near Fataga, climbing to 70 meters above the Tunte caldera. Your guide supplies safety gear, snacks, water, insurance, and digital photos. Expect cable bridges, caves, climbing games, a 15-minute approach hike, and a zipline descent in a small group.

“pessima attività, siamo arrivati al punto d'incontro e NESSUNO si è fatto vivo. Ho provato a chiamare l'organizzazione decine di volte e non risponde nessuno, attività che sembrava avventuriosa ma si è rivelata un inculata pazzesca. sono estremamente deluso, abbiamo fatto 50 minuti di macchina per arrivare qua per niente. SCONSIGLIO a chiunque questa esperienza. Andate a fanculo organizzatori figli di puttana”

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