Waterfall Travels · WATERFALL ZIPLINE & CANOPY TOURS
Cables strung across gorges, over the lip, or through the canopy beside the drop. These 15 state the number of runs, the longest line and the weight limits operators will hold you to.
You’ll ride a 670-meter zipline from Clifton Hill toward Niagara’s Canadian Horseshoe Falls, 67 meters above the gorge. Staff fit your helmet and harness, explain the ride, and send you toward the Falls Observation Landing Deck. A shuttle brings you back uphill. Allow 90 minutes, though the flight itself lasts about a minute.
“It was a really fun experience. However, I purchased a video of my ride and cannot download it?????”
Race from Puerto Vallarta to Boca de Tomatlan by speedboat, then head into the Sierra Madre by Unimog and mule. You’ll tackle several ziplines, a roller-coaster line, waterfall rappelling, bridges, rivers, and water slides. Guides including May, Loza, Cesar, and Fito have earned praise for clear safety instruction and lively support.
“Ok, alot to take in on your first zipline experience, but these people take safety and directions seriously. And, it is not just one zipline, but several as well as 2 waterfall repelling, backward down cliffs! And 2 waterslides. We were with people who had ziplined all over Europe and Canada. They said the other locations were wimpy, not this one. First after gathering at Vallarta Adventures, where you can peruse gifts, look over other adventures, you get on a speed boat. We started with 8 at Nuevo Vallarta and added 20 more at Puerta Vallarta 20 minutes away by a lovely boat ride where we stopped to admire whales…”
At WildPlay Niagara Falls, you gear up, receive a safety briefing, then ride a 2,200-foot zipline beside the Niagara River Gorge toward the Falls. The seated ride lasts only a short time, but the views are excellent. Your ticket includes equipment, Falls Landing, the Observation Deck, and an open-air shuttle back uphill.
“Short, exhilarating and scenic zipline. Soar next to the falls in an easy-peasy ride. Gear up. Sit down. And voila! Off you go.”
Near Akaka Falls, you’ll ride seven ziplines over rainforest, ridgelines, and tropical farmland, building from a gentle first run to a spectacular final crossing above a 250-foot waterfall. Guides such as Rose, Bobby, Julia, and Riley are praised for calm safety instruction, local stories, and helping first-timers feel at ease. Closed shoes, a 40 to 260-pound weight range, and a half-mile walk over uneven ground are required.
“This was a great zip line tour with very little tourist pushing for extras and pictures or any of that stuff. Our guides were funny and the views for epic. It started off super easy with a small zip lines but grew to an epic quarter mile line over a waterfall!”
At The Umauma Experience near Hakalau, you’ll ride nine guided ziplines over treetops, rivers, and Umauma Falls. Guides such as Wes and Skippy are known for calm safety checks and good humor. Four dual lines let you race a friend, while the course ends back at the visitor center. Allow about two and a half hours.
“What a blast! I rode this with my husband and 2 adult daughters. Nine lines were a lot but you will really feel like you got your moneys worth. I even got to the point where I felt comfortable enough to ride one of the lines upside down, crazy. The crew was fun and competent too. Don’t pass this one up!”
Spend seven active hours in Carite State Forest with guides such as Patricia, Diego, Francisco, Sammy, and Sally. Hike through river water, climb with ropes, rappel 80 feet down El Salto Waterfall, then return by zipline before a home-cooked lunch. Pickup is available from select San Juan, Condado, and Isla Verde hotels.
“What an incredible experience!! Everything was amazing from hiking across rivers, rappelling down a waterfall, zip lining through the rainforest. Diego, Francisco, and Sammy were friendly and made sure you felt safe the whole time. The abuelas even cooked lunch for us after the trip. I would absolutely do again! Make sure to bring a small waterproof backpack and tennis shoes you’re okay getting dirty!”
Ride a hotel transfer into Koh Samui’s hills for a two-hour Tree Bridge zipline course above the rainforest. Expect roughly eight to ten lines, mountain and ocean views, friendly English-speaking guides, safety gear, and phone videos if you wish. Then visit Tan Rua Waterfall and cool down with a complimentary soft drink at the jungle cafe.
“Very engaging guide, making fun out of the total experience. As EHS professional these guide are keeping people in their group always safe, always a line connected connected. Great experience and a lot of fun.”
Spend about 2.5 hours ziplining above the Kaituna River, Okere Falls, and three waterfalls with two local guides. You’ll cross swing bridges, follow forest boardwalks, hear Māori stories, try ancient teas, and plant a native tree through a conservation partnership with Ngāti Hinerangi. Groups are limited to 10, with a 130 kg weight limit.
“Loved this experience! We have been on many tours while visiting NZ. Johnny, Ruby and Elle were the best guides.. all legends! Matt & Georgia”
Start at Broadmoor Soaring Adventure and learn to control your speed before riding five ziplines over forests, creeks, granite, and canyon walls. Lines grow from 250 to 1,500 feet, with heights reaching 150 feet. Guides such as Jehn, Brandon, and Karys are known for calm instruction and good humor. Your ticket also includes Seven Falls Park.
“Devin and Birdy were so much fun as our guides. They both had lots of tips and suggestions for us to contribute our travels. Lots of fun had by all.”
Start early at WildPlay Niagara Falls, suit up with a helmet and comfort harness, then glide 670 meters above the Niagara River Gorge past the American Falls toward the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Your 1.5-hour visit includes safety instruction, the Falls Observation Landing Deck, and a shuttle back uphill.
“Everything was great. Didn’t have to wait at all. Was worth waking up early on vacation.”
Spend about six hours at Bavaro Adventure Park combining a two-hour off-road buggy ride, a six-line Mega Splash zipline circuit, waterfall pools, and a Cenote Blue Lagoon visit. You’ll also see a Dominican village museum, taste local coffee, cacao, sugar cane, mamajuana, and cigars, and eat a typical lunch. Hotel pickup is included.
“ohhh we had the most amazing time here. The foooood, OMG the FOOOOD was AWESOME. I would recommend this place and will return on our next family vacation”
Start with a jungle zipline, then follow local guides through Kawasan Falls by swimming, sliding, climbing, and optional cliff-jumping. Guides such as Marlon and Christobal may film the route on your phone. The day includes safety gear, hotel transfers, drinking water, and a Filipino lunch at Ambak Base Camp.
“The program was simply perfect – I enjoyed every minute of it! The organization was impeccable, and the atmosphere was fantastic from start to finish. The tour guides were extremely well-prepared; it’s clear that they truly understand and love what they do. In addition, they were incredibly kind and friendly, and thanks to their great sense of humor, the whole program was filled with joy and laughter. Thank you for the experience – it was a pleasure to take part!♥️🥹”
Spend two hours above Koh Samui’s jungle on eight ziplines, then walk to Tan Rua Waterfall for a swim or quiet break. English and Thai speaking guides handle the safety gear, small groups are limited to 10, and hotel transfers cover much of the island. A drink at Tree Bridge Cafe is included.
“Good pickup at the hotel, on time and at the right place. The location of the zipline was really cool and well maintained. There are clean toilets and a café there where you can buy various drinks if you want other that the one soft drink included. The ziplining was almost an hour long so great value of money and beautiful views. Really enjoyed!”
Spend about six hours at Bavaro Adventure Park riding a dune buggy through rocky trails, an abandoned mine, and a Dominican village. Add the Zipline Mega Splash, swim in a waterfall pool, enjoy a typical Dominican lunch, and use shared hotel transfers. Bilingual guides lead the day, with two-seat and four-seat buggies available.
“This was a great experience. Would recommend to anybody, the people was great! We missed our transportation and they were still able to accommodate us.”
At The Park at Ocean Ranch near Jaco, you’ll combine muddy ATV trails, a 180-foot waterfall rappel, and more than 2,000 meters of zip line. Guides such as Jesus, Carlos, Alonso, and Danny are known for clear safety help and good humor. The five-hour outing includes equipment, refreshments, and some hotel transfers.
“Amazing crew, very safe and professional, we had amazing time…. Much recomended, the place is beautiful”
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