Exhilarating Zip Lines Around the World
Thrill seekers unite! Whether you are looking for the longest zip line in the world or a nighttime zip line ride, we have got you covered with the most exhilarating zip lines around the world.
Xline Dubai – Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Located in the luxurious Dubai Marina is the world’s longest urban zip line. Measuring 1 kilometer long, you will soar over land and water in the city center at speeds of nearly 50 miles per hour. With spectacular views of the cityscape and marina, Xline Dubai is an experience you won’t want to miss in one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world! A single ride on this exhilarating zip line costs approximately $175 USD, or you can double the fun and go with a friend on a side-by-side ride available for approximately $326 USD.
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Flight of the Gibbon – Chiang Mai, Thailand
Fly over the dense Thai jungle on the longest tree-top canopy zip line in the world: Flight of the Gibbon located in the lush Chiang Mai rainforest. Named after the majestic endangered primate, gibbons are endemic to southern Asia and live high in the treetops. This exciting canopy zip line will have you swinging through the Thai rainforest as you are accompanied by an expert Sky Ranger on the multi-stage zipline course. The Flight of the Gibbons zip line course includes rappelling, sky bridges, breathtaking nature trails, and a tasty Thai lunch. For the best chance to see the gibbons, go early in the morning when they are more active. The cost is approximately $135 USD per person for this once-in-a-lifetime zipline experience.
Ras Al Khaimah – Jebel Jais, United Arab Emirates
The Ras Al Khaimah is the world’s longest zip line at 2.83 kilometers long and, beginning in Summer 2018, it started offering nighttime zip line rides. Running through the mountains of Jebel Jais, the Ras Al Khaimah zip line begins at over a mile above sea level and reaches speeds up to 70 – 90 miles per hour, making it the fastest zip line in the world. You will soar through the mountains face down, and there are two side-by-side lines to share the experience with a friend. The nighttime rides with the starry sky overhead make this zip line a truly unique experience! The cost for this record-breaking zipline is around $180 USD per person.
Skyline Eco-Adventures – Akaka Falls, Hawaii
This amazing zip line takes you through picturesque waterfalls and rainforest in Akaka Falls on Hawaii’s Big Island. Skyline Eco-Adventures has seven zip lines, all with amazing views of the ocean, waterfalls, and the diverse flora and fauna of Hawaii. These zip excursions start at $170 USD per person, with optional add-ons such as a visit to Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park, and swimming and kayaking in a private waterfall.
The Flying Dutchman – St. Martin
Located in the Rockland Estate eco-friendly park, the Flying Dutchman is the world’s steepest zip line. You will get breathtaking 360-degree views from the highest mountain on the island of St. Martin as you zip down at 56 miles per hour. The zip line excursion includes the Sky Explorer chairlift ride and viewing decks with panoramic views of the island’s beautiful beaches and landscape. The Flying Dutchman zip line ride costs $99 USD per person. Royal Caribbean Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and NCL cruises offer St Martin as a port of call so that you can enjoy this zip line experience and also be able to visit other ports during the same vacation.
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