7 Of The Most Insane Zip Lines In The World
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To you daredevils who just can’t get enough of a rush: we may not be able to relate, but we can certainly appreciate your hunger for a thrill. That’s why we’re here — we’ve got something good that you just can’t refuse, and we guarantee you haven’t hit all these spots. Take a look at seven of the best zip lines in the world. We’re guessing they’ll stack up to your high adrenaline-inducing standards.
1. SlotZilla — Las Vegas, Nevada
It’s Vegas, so are you surprised? This zip line isn’t the fastest or the tallest, but it does send you flying 77 feet above the busiest street in the strip. Soar above bustling crowds and get a bird’s eye view of Sin City. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity if you’re ever in Vegas.
2. Ziprider At Icy Straight Point — Icy Straight Point, Alaska
You’d never peg Alaska to be a destination for insane zip lining, but we clearly underestimated the incredible state. ZipRider has 21 branches, but the Icy Strait location offers more than a thrilling ride above a forest of massive pine trees. The zip line, which is 5,495 feet long, descends 1,320 feet over the Alaskan tundra at nearly 65 miles an hour. Wow.
3. La Tyrolienne — Val Thorens, France
If you laugh in the face of heights, you have to go to the Val Thorens resort in France to try this zip line, which is 10,597 feet high. You’ll fly above the snow-capped French Alps and down to your destination. If you’re interested in zip lining at extreme heights, this zip line is for you.
4. Jaguar Cave Zipline — Belize City, Belize
If you’re looking for more of a jungle vibe, this zip line in Belize City is the perfect option. You’ll soar through ancient Mayan caves boasting glittering stalactites and stalagmites. The 100-foot ceiling is just high enough to get a serious adrenaline rush.
5. Zip 2000 — Rustenburg, South Africa
Imagine going on a safari in the vast lands of South Africa and being able to see everything there is to see from a bird’s eye view in under one minute. Yep, this zip line soars at speeds up to 114 miles per hour. So you’re gonna need goggles and a lot of courage to complete the trip.
6. Flying Fox — Tai Hape, New Zealand
This zip line, which hangs over the Rangitikei River in Mokai Gravity Canyon, is unlike any other. Most zip lines go one way, right? This one will blast you forward and backward over the river and through a massive canyon. Up to three people can strap in and enjoy the ride.
7. ZipWorld Velocity — Bethesda, North Wales
For the most extreme experience, you’ll want to head to Bethesda, Wales to try out this Superman-style zip line. The ride will plunge you 500 feet down over a cliff at over 100 miles per hour. You have to stay in a specific formation the whole ride for your own safety. The best part: you’ll view so much of the U.K., you’ll even see Ireland from afar.
Would you dare to ride?
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