Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline: 6 ziplines, 400 m Tandem, Cliff Walk
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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The Ultimate is a step up from our Original Tour, offering a 3.5-hour adventure packed with thrills, ziplines, forest walks, and stunning views. Perfect for families, couples, and groups of all ages to connect with nature and share an unforgettable experience.
Highlights:
6 ziplines, including a 400m tandem racing at up to 80 km/h
Giant suspended swing bridges above forest valleys
NZ’s only volcanic cliff-walk
Spiral staircase around a 1,000-year-old Tawa tree
Floating staircase high in the canopy
Custom-built tree-top platforms
Spot rare native birds
Set in one of NZ’s last remaining ancient forests
Free photos, transport, and wet-weather gear included
Every booking supports forest restoration and predator control
Guided by energetic, knowledgeable, and passionate “superheroes”
Run by a team who care deeply about guests, each other, and the forest
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Hotel pickup available on request. Please confirm directly with Rotorua Canopy Tours after booking.
Maximum weight is 265 pounds (120kg)
Closed-toe shoes are required
Tours run in most weather - just dress for the conditions and bring a sense of adventure
Moderate fitness is required - short walks (i.e. 500m) and some stairs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All safety gear (helmet, harness, etc.)
Wet-weather/warm gear if needed
Return transport from HQ to the forest
Secure storage for valuables
Free photos of your adventure
Snacks
Gratuities
What To Expect
This is so much more than epic ziplines! You'll fly on six ziplines of different lengths - the longest is a 400m tandem zipline, where you can reach speeds of up to 80 km/h. Around you is a unique forest with 1,000-year-old trees, lush ferns, and plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. Soak up big New Zealand scenery from massive suspended swing bridges, up a spiral staircase, across a one-of-a-kind floating staircase, and along a volcanic walkway 50 m above the valley - there’s nothing else like it. Stay in the treetops on platforms set around giant trunks, spotting rare native birds. The forest is exclusive to Canopy Tours, so your small group is fully immersed and looked after by our legendary superhero guides. They’ll keep you safe, keep it fun, and capture your free photos to email after the tour. Rotorua’s most thrilling and awarded zipline experience - longer, higher, and deeper into the wild. This is the Ultimate and a step uo from our legendary Original Canopy Tour!
Options
Ultimate Canopy Tour
Guests, please be here 15 minutes prior to your departure time. Our Ultimate Canopy Tour takes approximately 3.5 hours.
Pickup included
Reviews
2,525 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lift time experience
gregory g,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely unreal experience! The 6 ziplines, cliff walk and floating stairs were epic from start to finish. Flying over the forest with those views is something I’ll never forget. Huge shoutout to Jacob and Reuben they made the whole adventure next level with their energy, laughs, and knowledge. Super professional but kept it fun the entire time. The free photos were an awesome bonus too. If you’re in Rotorua, this is a must do adventure. I’d do it all again in a heartbeat!
Was such a fun...
Gemma H,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Was such a fun experience! Highly recommend if travelling through Rotorua. Tour guides Dylan and Steven made the experiencing even funner.
100% Must Do.
Rebecca W,
Mar 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolute Value for money. A true 'Immersion in Nature' experience. Very safe but totally exhilarating. 3.5 hours well spent. A 'Must Do' tourist attraction. We did the Ulimate Zip Line Package for my husband's 65 Birthday. We are not athletes or sporty by any means, and yet.. We did not struggle in any way.
Beautiful setting, fun...
Jeannine D,
Feb 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful setting, fun group, great guides. Conservation information interesting. Lauren and Vincent did an excellent job.
Just go do it!
Kimberly B,
Feb 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a fabulous time. Great experience. Zips were fun, forest was beautiful and the guides (Sam& Lauren) were wonderful!
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