Skywire ziplining Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson NZ

4.7(207)1 h 20 minFree cancellationBy Cable Bay Adventure Park

About this activity

The Skywire is one of the Worlds longest Flying Fox experiences! - your trip starts from our Base area, onboarding a mini-bus journey up through the Native Forest to the launch platform of the Skywire. Your guides will entertain you on the trip up with facts and stories of the forest, points of interest and surrounding areas. The Skywire ride takes up to 4 people at a time and can reach speeds of up to 100km/hr. The ride takes you both on a forward facing and backwards journey, with 800 metres of gravity assisted freewheeling in each direction - combined with 700 metres of a scenic journey in each direction, finishing back at the start after nearly 12 minutes of thrilling adventure!

What's included

✓Free, unlimited parking during opening hours
✓Your mini-bus expereince to the launch platform is aboard one of our 4X4 vans equipped with air-conditioning and professional drivers

Not included

✕Food and drinks
✕Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Check in with our team at our Booking office on arrival - We are 14km north of the Nelson CBD, drive north towards Picton for 12km then turn left onto Cable Bay road. Drive for 2km and you will find the Cable Bay Adventure Park on the right hand side - look for the flags and signs.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Spectators are welcome to journey to the launch platform at an extra cost

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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