Rotorua: 6 Ziplines & 400m Tandem with Cliff Walk
Six ziplines, one 400-meter tandem, and a thousand-year-old forest
You'll fly six ziplines through ancient forest, including a 400-meter tandem line racing at 80 km/h, walk a volcanic cliff 50 meters above the valley, and cross suspended swing bridges: all guided by energetic local experts who photograph you and email the shots free. Transport, all safety gear, and weather protection are included. The whole experience takes three hours in small groups.
Step-by-step itinerary
Ultimate zipline and forest adventure
- Fly six different ziplines
- Race on 400m tandem zipline
- Cross suspended swing bridges
- Climb spiral staircase around Tawa tree
- Walk floating staircase in canopy
- Explore volcanic cliff walkway
- Stay on custom tree-top platforms
- Spot rare native birds
- Enjoy guided tour with photos
What’s included
Your three-hour adventure includes all safety gear (helmet, harness, and equipment), wet-weather and warm gear if conditions demand it, return transport from the tour headquarters to the forest, secure storage for your valuables while you're on the lines, and free professional photos of you on the ziplines and platforms, emailed to you after the tour ends.
Times
- Monday and Sunday 07:00 07:45 08:30 09:15 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:45 12:30 13:15 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:45
- Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 07:00 07:45 08:30 09:00 09:15 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:45 12:30 13:00 13:15 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:45
- Wednesday 07:00 07:45 08:30 09:15 09:45 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:45 12:30 13:15 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:45
- Saturday 07:00 07:45 08:15 08:30 09:00 09:15 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:45 12:30 13:15 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:45
Before you book
Operated by Rotorua Canopy Tours
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The experience
You're clipped in and stepping off the platform. The 400-meter tandem line stretches ahead, and then you're moving: fast, racing at up to 80 km/h through the canopy with someone else on the same cable, the forest blurring below. That's the centerpiece of the Ultimate tour in Rotorua, but it's not the whole story. The three-hour experience threads six ziplines of different lengths through one of New Zealand's last remaining ancient forests, a place so dense and untouched that the guides call it exclusive to the tour operator.
Between the ziplines, you're walking. Not hiking: short walks, maybe 500 meters total across the day, mostly on platforms and staircases built into the trees themselves. There's a spiral staircase wrapped around a 1,000-year-old Tawa tree, a floating staircase suspended high in the canopy, and then the thing that stops people mid-step: a volcanic cliff walk 50 meters above the valley floor. It's the only one of its kind in New Zealand. The guides (they call themselves superheroes, and they're not wrong) keep the pace steady and the energy high, pointing out rare native birds and the ferns and plants that exist nowhere else on earth. They photograph you on the lines and email the shots free after you leave.
The suspended swing bridges are the part that gets people talking afterward. You're standing on one, looking down at the forest valley, and the bridge moves under your feet in a way that feels deliberate and safe but still makes your stomach register the height. Small groups mean you're never crowded on the platforms, and the forest itself feels like you've stepped into something private. Transport from headquarters to the forest is included, so you don't navigate it yourself. Wet-weather and warm gear come with the booking: Rotorua's weather shifts, and the tour runs in most conditions.
You'll need closed-toe shoes and a moderate level of fitness. The walks are short but there are stairs, and the ziplines demand you be comfortable with heights and movement. Maximum weight is 265 pounds. After three hours, you're back at the base with dry clothes, free photos on your phone, and the knowledge that your booking supported forest restoration and predator control work happening on the land you just moved through.
Is this one for you?Pick this if you want the longest zipline in Rotorua and the full forest experience without arranging your own transport or safety gear: the small-group format and three-hour window fit families and couples who want thrills without a full-day commitment.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 15 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.
How long is the 400-meter tandem zipline?
It's 400 meters long and reaches speeds of up to 80 km/h. You share the line with one other person.
What's included in the tour price?
All safety gear (helmet, harness, etc.), wet-weather and warm gear if needed, return transport from headquarters to the forest, secure storage for valuables, and free photos emailed after the tour.
How long does the Ultimate tour take?
Three hours total, including six ziplines, forest walks, and time on the platforms and staircases.
Do I need to be very fit?
Moderate fitness is required. The walks are short (around 500 meters total) and there are stairs, but the tour is designed for families, couples, and groups of all ages.
What's the maximum weight limit?
265 pounds (120 kilograms).
Can I do this tour if I'm pregnant?
No, the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes are required. Wet-weather and warm gear are provided if needed, so dress in layers and bring a sense of adventure.
Is hotel pickup available?
Hotel pickup can be arranged on request. Confirm directly with Rotorua Canopy Tours after booking.
How many people are in a group?
Small groups, so you're fully immersed in the forest without crowding on the platforms and lines.
What if the weather is bad?
Tours run in most weather conditions. You'll be provided with wet-weather gear, so dress for the conditions and bring a sense of adventure.
Rotorua: 6 Ziplines & 400m Tandem with Cliff Walk
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from NZ$ 279 per person
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