20 of the Best Ziplines in the World

The first recreational zipline was built in the Costa Rican jungle in 1979 and since then ziplining has become one of the world’s most popular experiences.

For enthusiastic zipliners chasing their next thrill or adrenalin-seeking newbies, here are the best places to zipline in the world.

Longest zipline in the world

The world's longest zip-line is the K3 of the SA Forest Adventures in Caledon, South Africa. It is a single cable of 3.2 kilometres reaching speeds up to 120 kilometre per hour.

Fastest zipline in the world

Going at 160 kilometres per hour, the Penrhyn Slate Quarry in Wales is home to Zip World Velocity – the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe!

Highest zipline in the world

The La Tyrolienne in Val Thorens, France holds the record for the tallest zipline in the world with an altitude of 3230 metres.

Icy Strait Point ZipRider 

With glaciers, mountains, lakes and forests galore, the Alaskan landscape is quite something to behold – and ziplining is one of the best ways to see it. Take the Icy Strait Point ZipRider and soar above the treetops of the Tongass National Forest. This is one for adrenalin-seekers, with a 402 metre drop before riders land softly on the sand of a harbour-side beach.

Eagle Creek Falls, Ketchikan

Your destination on this Alaskan zipline tour is a private 40-acre rainforest reserve where you can immerse yourself in Sitka. The Eagle Creek Falls zipline course offers two options. 

The first course, ‘Aerial Zip & Rappel’, has eight ziplines and nine tree platforms with the highest point being 30 metres and the longest being 180 metres.

The second course, ‘Rainforest Zip’, ‘Skybridge’ & ‘Rappel Adventure’ has eight ziplines, three skybridges and 11 tree platforms with the highest point being 41 metres and the longest zipline 260 metres. 

Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure, Seward

Located in Seward, the Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure course includes eight ziplines, two rappels and three sky bridges. Along the way, you’ll fly as high as 21 metres off the ground and zip as fast as 65 kilometres per hour. You’ll also rappel 15 metres down and walk on suspended sky bridges over the forest canopy.

Belize Zipline 

Enjoy an aerial view while flying over the river and the forest canopy of Belize. With a stunning view of the Mayan mountains, The Belize zipline combines rainforest treks and cave tubing with their ziplining adventure. 

At a staggering 701 metres, the expedition is accompanied by expert guides at every point, helping you on and off each section of the zip line for a safe adventure.

The Original Canopy Tour, Monteverde

Do you want to visit the first recreational zipline in the world? Well, the Costa Rican Original Canopy tour in Monteverde should be the first stop on your ziplining adventure. It incorporates a canopy walk along with the ten horizontal ziplines, ranging from 60 metres to 800 metres.

Miss Sky Canopy Tour, Nosara

Combine ziplining with breathtaking views at the Miss Sky Canopy tour in Nosara. This 11 kilometre course is double wired and is the longest zipline in Costa Rica. Hurtle through cloud forest canopy and high-altitude jungle fog, over rivers and turtle-nesting habitats, and past waterfalls, monkeys, hummingbirds and toucans.

Arenal Sky Adventures Park, El Castillo 

Adventure through northern Costa Rica atArenal Volcano National Park. The Arenal Sky Adventures Park requires no walking, so you’ll be flying from peak to peak over the canopy of the Costa Rican rainforest in this course.

This seven cable course has ziplines over 750 metres long and 200 metres high at a thrilling speed of 70 kilometres per hour.

La Tyrolienne, Sillé-le-Guillaume

On our list of the best ziplines in the world is La Tyrolienne – the highest zipline in the world at 3230.88 metres high. Located in France, this zipline course is not for the faint of heart, taking you to such dizzying heights over the Savoie region of snow-blanketed peaks. 

It’s reserved for skiers at the resort of Val Thorens to be used during the winter months, and riders actually take their skis with them for the ride.

Big Island Zipline, Hilo

The Big Island Zipline is one of the best places to zipline on Hilo, Hawaii. It’s not only the longest zipline on the island but this eight line course carries you over Hilo Bay and Honolii River.

Haleakalā National Park, Maui

The Skyline Haleakalā zipline is nestled in between the beauty of Haleakalā National Park on the lush island of Maui. This zipline course will have you soaring through native forest and above the slopes of the island’s tallest volcano.

There are five different ziplines designed for both first-time and experienced zipliners alike.

Gumbalimba Park, Roatán

Enjoy soaring through the treetops of Roatan, Honduras with the zipline course at Gumbalimba Park. This 13 course and 17 platform zipline adventure will take you from the top of Roatan's mountains to the beautiful sandy beach of Gumbalimba Park.

The park also offers park tours, canopy tours and a visit to an insectarium for insect lovers.

San Vigilio di Marebbe, Kronplatz

Zipline through the mountains ofSan Vigilio near Kronplatz at speeds of 80 kilometres per hour in Italy. Known to be one of the best ziplines in the world, this beautiful cable course takes you through Alpine peaks of the Italian Dolomites.

This region is a favorite destination for vacationers in winter and summer as you can do activities like skiing and hiking. This ten zipline course is a great way to explore the Puster Valley and the perfect opportunity to stay at some amazing ski resorts in the Tyrol mountain region.

Xplor, Playa Del Carmen

Explore Playa del Carmen’s jungle landscape with the Xplor by Xcaret adventure park. Traverse four kilometres over the lush Mayan jungle with this double circuit zip line course. It includes two different zipline courses with seven cables each suitable for both first time and experienced zipliners.

Be sure to pack your swimming suit because this course also features a waterslide, great for a refreshing water landing.

Waiheke Island, Auckland

Another one of the best zipline experiences in the world is EcoZip Flying Fox Adventures located on Waihake Island, New Zealand. Waihake island is only a short 35-minute ferry ride from Auckland.

With views of the Hauraki Gulf, native bushland and steep rocky cliffs leading down to white sandy coves, it’s no wonder this course is a popular destination for ziplining. The extensive 3-hour zipline has three separate cables stretching over 200 metres, meaning that you’ll be side-by-side with friends and family in an unforgettable shared experience.

Mosjøen Zipline, Helgeland 

Famed for its natural beauty, Norway’s Mosjøen zipline will have you soaring 700 metres up in the air at Storfjellet. 

The zipline course has expert guides to assist you at the take-off and landing point. This Nordic adventure takes you through the stunning mountains of Norway and through medieval Viking farmlands that were first established in 1600.

The Monster Zipline, Orocovis

Puerto Rico is home to the zipline nicknamed ‘The Monster’. Located in Orocovis, Toro Verde Adventure Park’s course can be found in the mountainous centre of the island. Riders are strapped in around their backs in a sort of ‘Superman pose’ zipping through 2.5-kilometre long cables that are 365 metres high in the air.

This course also offers the regular sitting position for those looking to experience ‘The Monster’ without striking the ‘Superman pose’. 

Hacienda Campo Rico, San Juan

Combine an all-terrain vehicle (ATV), utility task vehicle (UTV) and horseback riding at one of the best ziplines in the world with Campo Rico zipline! Located only 5-minutes away from San Juan, Hacienda Campo Rico is a 2,300 acre estate.

This zipline course includes five ziplines, five hanging canopy bridges and an educational hike. The cables are between 150 to 300 metres long and between 15 and 60 metres high. There’s also cave rappelling and a safari zipline on offer at the Campo Rico park.

Pena Aventura Park, Porto

Nicknamed the ‘Fantasticable,’ this zipline course located in Porto, Portugal connects riders between two mountains, standing at 1538 metres long and 150 metres high. The Pena Aventure Park also offers a 100 metre long flying fox as well as an air bungee.

K3 of the SA Forest Adventures in Caledon

Home to the world's longest zipline, the K3 of the SA Forest Adventures in Caledon, South Africa is definitely one of the best ziplines in the world. 

Located an hour away from Cape Town, this zipline opened in 2024 and is a single cable of 3.2 kilometre reaching speeds up to 120 kilometre per hour. On arrival, expert guides will help you navigate the seven kilometre mountain trail by car or foot.

Once at the peak, you’ll go to a departure platform where a guide will refresh everyone’s memory on the safety aspects of the zipline. After that, you’re clipped in on the cable and sent down from the mountain peak at 120 to 150 kilometres per hour.

Zip World Velocity

Last but not least on our list of the best ziplines in the world is Zip World Velocity. Home to the fastest zipline in the world, the Penrhyn Slate Quarry, located in Wales has been the fastest zipline in the world since 2013!

You will travel at speeds of up to 160 kilometres per hour while taking in the unbeatable view of Eryri – also known as Snowdonia. This zipline course will take you on a two hour adventure with four parallel lines over two separate zip lines.