15 Zipline Tours in New Zealand Worth an Early Alarm

1.Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,563 reviews · from $123Our pick

Spend 2.5 hours above Rotorua’s ancient native forest on several ziplines and high bridges. Two local guides, such as Josh, Dylan, Travis, or Emma, handle safety, share stories about native birds and restoration, and help first-timers feel at ease. Gear, wet-weather clothing, return transport, and digital photos are included.

“We were hosted by Danny, Lachie and Matthew and they were absolutely excellent. From the moment Danny picked us up from our accomodation, right through to Lachie and Matthew making sure all the harnesses and gear was fitted correctly and we understood all the safety stuff, everything was beautifully smooth. We loved the environmental focus and learned so much. I was a total beginner and flat out scared of heights, whereas my partner was quite experienced having worked at heights. We both really enjoyed it and were well taken care of.”

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2.Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline: 6 ziplines, 400 m Tandem, Cliff Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,557 reviews · from $166

Spend about three hours flying through Rotorua’s ancient native forest on six ziplines, including a 400m tandem run reaching up to 80 km/h. You’ll cross swing bridges, floating stairs, and a volcanic walkway 50m above the valley, with trained guides, safety gear, transport, and digital photos included.

“Incredible adventure, loved visiting the beautiful ancient forest. Felt super safe. Matt and lochi were amazing guides thank you.”

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3.Small-Group Zipline Adventure in Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 933 reviews · from $73

From the Skyline summit, Ziptrek guides such as Nic, Ava, Pearl, and Mitchell lead small groups through beech forest on four or six ziplines. You get wide views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, safety gear, and a short forest walk. Choose a gentle family course or the Kereru course with a 68-foot drop.

“Such an amazing experience, even for beginners. The guides Rhys and Pearl were so helpful and friendly! I was terrified beforehand but they were amazing.”

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4.Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 695 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Take a 3-hour EcoZip trip across Waiheke Island, with three 200-meter dual ziplines over native bush and a working vineyard. Guides such as Fraser, Macy, Cat, and Kayleigh lead the safety briefing and forest walk, while a short island tour adds beaches, vineyards, and Gulf views. Ferry fares, food, and the optional phone bungy cost extra.

“Amazing views! Ben and Lucy were fabulous guides. Highly recommend.”

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5.3-Hour Zipline Adventure with 6-Lines

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 485 reviews · 3 hours · from $124

Join Ziptrek Ecotours for a three-hour, small-group zipline trip from Skyline Queenstown to the base of Bob’s Peak. You’ll ride six lines, cross 12 treetop platforms, hear local stories, and finish with a 70kph descent. Guides such as Liv, Lillie, Kahu, and Zoe keep the pace safe, social, and encouraging.

“Thoroughly enjoyed our time as a family zip lining. Pearl and Zoe were energetic and informative, they were able to quickly establish if you needed more encouragement or a little push out of your comfort zone. The views were amazing and would highly recommend.”

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6.Zipline And Forest Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 483 reviews · from $92

Take the 40-minute ferry from Auckland, then meet EcoZip guides at Waiheke’s Matiatia terminal. A small group of up to 12 rides three 200-meter ziplines over vineyards and native forest, followed by a guided bush walk. Guides such as Ben, Jessie, Poppy, and Helena have helped first-timers feel at ease.

“It was amazing. My friend and I loved the zip line, it was definitely worth it and thrilling. Would definitely recommend to others”

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7.2-Hour Zipline Tour with 4-Lines

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 462 reviews · 2 hours · from $95

Start at the Skyline Gondola summit and ride four ziplines through native forest above Queenstown. Guides such as Liv, Alex, Ben, and Jacob lead small groups through safety checks, local stories, and fun flight tricks. The lines grow longer, higher, and faster, making this a good first zipline outing, though many people wish they had booked six lines.

“Great fun. The guides were awesome. We had a great time and should have booked the longer session so we could zip line some more!”

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8.Rotorua Ziplines – Okere Falls Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 442 reviews · from $104

At Okere Falls, two local guides, such as Meg, Maria, Ben, or Ethan, lead you across ziplines, swing bridges, and forest boardwalks for about 2.5 hours. You’ll fly over the Kaituna River and three waterfalls, hear Māori stories, taste traditional teas, and plant a native tree before leaving.

“Great, friendly, fun and professional guides in Alina and Ethan. Don't let a fear of heights stop you from doing this experience... anyone can do this! So glad we did it. Great memories! Thank you”

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9.6 Ziplines, Swing-Bridges & Wildlife Encounters

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 347 reviews · 150 - 210 minutes · from $118

Join two guides for a 2.5-hour canopy adventure near Rotorua. You’ll ride six ziplines, cross two swing bridges, walk forest trails, and rise 22 metres above the ground. Warm and rain gear are supplied, photos are free, and your ticket helps restore native forest and protect returning birdlife.

“Amazing , so much fun. The guides made us feel at ease and I felt completely safe in their expert hands.”

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10.Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · from $123

Meet EcoZip Adventures at 75 West End in central Kaikōura for five dual ziplines, a scenic shuttle, a Unimog river crossing, and guided walks through native forest and working farmland. Guides such as Jen, Angela, Kerri, and Charlotte help you feel safe while you fly side by side with a friend.

“This was my first zipline experience. The beauty of the New Zealand landscape on a perfect day enhanced the overall fun. All the Ecozip employers were terrific, especially our guide and tour lead Jen. I would happliy do these five ziplines all over again on my return to NZ”

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11.Okere Falls: Zipline over Waterfalls Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 187 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

At Okere Falls, a small English-speaking group flies over waterfalls, crosses swing bridges, and explores native forest with local guides such as Johnny, Lucas, Ethan, and Lex. Allow about 2 hours, wear closed-toe shoes, and expect Māori storytelling, native tea, safety gear, and a tree planted in your name.

“Really enjoyed ziplining in Okere Falls. Guides (Rafa, Johnny & Ollie) were very welcoming, friendly and informative and took us through a good variety of zip lines. Highly recommend this activity.”

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12.Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · 3h 30m · from $118

Spend 210 minutes with EcoZip Kaikōura on a guided trip through Rakanui Station. Ride a 4WD through farmland, walk native forest trails, and fly independently on five dual ziplines, ranging from 250 to 620 metres. Guides such as Katie, Olive, Andi, and Alex add safety advice, local stories, and conservation facts along the way.

“everything was great, from pick up, information about the surrounding areas and plant life. knowledge of the tour guides and of course the five zip lines”

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13.Adventurous Zipline Tour in Coromandel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · from $91

At Driving Creek in Coromandel, two guides outfit you with safety gear and wet-weather clothing before an 18-minute mountain railway ride. Then you walk through native forest and cross eight ziplines covering 705 meters. Guides such as Hannah, Katie, Liam, and Tani have been praised for calm instruction, local stories, and support for nervous first-timers.

“Fun zips and great guides. First a little tiny train takes you to the top of the trail, then you go down a series of eight ziplines with short stops between to learn the history and conservation of the area. The guides were fantastic and the whole experience very funa ND memorable!”

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14.1-Hour Zipline Tour with 2-Lines & 21-Meter Drop

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 119 reviews · 1 hour · from $71Best value

Meet your guides at the Ziptrek Treehouse above Queenstown, then glide through the treetops on two ziplines before taking a controlled 21-meter drop to the forest floor. The one-hour tour includes gear, safety instruction, local stories, and a 10-minute uphill walk. Guides such as Sydney, Shazz, Reece, and Ben are known for keeping nervous first-timers at ease.

“Definitely do this. Kahu & Lucie made the activity really enjoyable. 11 out of 10.”

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15.Waitomo Caves 1-Kilometer-Long Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $83

At Waitomo Caves, guides Rob and Kelly take you through 10 zip lines that build from short, low rides to a 280-meter final run reaching up to 80 kilometers per hour. You handle your own gear under close instruction, hear about Maori history and local geology, and walk to Waitomo Lookout Point for wide views.

“Rob was really reassuring as I have a slight height phobia. He was very patient and safety above all, he made sure we were confident with what we had to do all the way. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience and amazing views.”

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