Via Ferrata and Zipline Tours: 14 Worth Flying For

1.Climbing + Zipline + Via Ferrata + Cave. Adventure route in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Spend about four hours at Mirador de Las Tederas combining rock climbing, a short via ferrata, volcanic-tube caving and a 50-meter zipline. Guides such as Manuel and Ari explain Gran Canaria’s nature and Indigenous past while helping you through the harder sections. Groups are limited to eight, though the route requires uphill walking, scrambling and a moderate fitness level.

“We had a wonderful day with a great guide. She explained everything well and patiently, sharing various stories about the area. The climbing was a bit nerve-wracking at times, but I received excellent support. Thanks so much, Ari, for today.”

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2.Agaete: Gran Canaria Coasteering. Marine Ferrata and Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 5 hours · from $81

Join Pablo and the RockNatour team in Agaete for a five-hour coastal adventure combining cliff hiking, an Aboriginal cave, abseiling, marine via ferrata, a 35-meter sea zipline, climbing, snorkeling, snacks, and photos. The small group is limited to eight, with English and Spanish instruction.

“I was worried in the beginning, but the guide was super informative, supportive, funny and professional. It turned out to be literally the best thing I have ever done!!!!”

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3.Gran Canaria: Guided Via Ferrata and Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $73

You’ll tackle a guided 300-meter via ferrata near San Bartolomé, with caves, cable bridges, climbing challenges, and a zipline from the summit. English- and Spanish-speaking guides, safety gear, snacks, water, insurance, and digital photos are included. The route reaches 70 meters high and ends with a short hike back.

“Super apres midi dans un environnement magnifique ! Victor est très professionnel : efficace, rassurant et compétent ! Je recommande!”

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4.Caminito del Rey – Via Ferrata & Zip Line Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $116

You’ll climb steel rungs above the Caminito del Rey, cross monkey and Tibetan bridges, and ride a 35-meter zip line with professional safety gear. David may guide your small group of up to eight. Allow about five hours, including a local picnic, and come ready for heights and sustained physical effort.

“This was one of THE best experiences I’ve had. The guide (Local Experiences & Adventures) was fabulous, skilled, knowledgeable and entertaining! It was the best fun ever!! Highly recommend! This was a solo trip and I certainly did not feel solo highlight engaging and fun.”

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5.Caminito del Rey: Vía Ferrata Rappeling & Zip-Lining

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Join a small group of up to eight with guides Ian, Rachel, or Liam for a three-hour via ferrata near El Chorro. Climb rock walls, cross a Tibetan bridge and monkey bridge, ride a 30-meter zip-line, and descend by abseil, rappel, or a walking route. This active outing suits confident hikers aged 16 to 65.

“A life-changing experience! I never thought I would climb 250 meters up a rock wall - but I did. And it was AMAZING! Guides Rachel and Ian are absolute legends, you can trust them 200 %. IF you panic, they will calm you down and patiently guide you forward. Afterwards you will feel like a winner.”

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6.Via Ferrata & Zip Line Zafarraya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $93

Meet your guide at Farmacia Chillar in Nerja for a four-hour adventure in Ventas de Zafarraya. You’ll tackle a via ferrata with pendulums, monkey bridges, and several ziplines, then see unusual Land Art along the route. David guides some departures, and children weighing at least 25 kilos can participate.

“Really nice experience even in the middle of August the weather wasn’t too hot. David (the guide) was really nice. I recommend it to anyone, both beginners and more experienced.”

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7.Via Ferrata and Sky Lodge Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

You’ll ride from Cusco to a 300-meter rock face, climb by via ferrata with a trained English- or Spanish-speaking guide, eat a box lunch above the Vilcanota River, then cross six zip lines totaling up to 2,400 meters. The tour ends back at the base, with return to Cusco or selected Sacred Valley towns.

“it was very exciting and the guide was excellent.”

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8.Via Ferrata And Zip Line

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $150

You’ll climb a 180-meter Via Ferrata reaching 45 meters high in Jebel Akhdar, using an iron bridge, steel cable sections, and stairs before returning by zip line. Guides such as Maher, Ali, Khalifa, Said, and Mehmood lead the route. The activity takes about two hours and suits beginners with moderate fitness.

“Very friendly crew with an exciting climb and zipline ! I was a solo traveller with no group and they still went through with everything.”

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9.Tyroparc: Via Ferrata Guided Tour and Zipline Combo Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2h 30m · from $84

At Tyroparc in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, you climb a 60-meter cliff by Via Ferrata with a bilingual guide, then fly 1.5 or 2.6 kilometers on two or four ziplines. The small-group tour takes 150 minutes and includes gear, hiking, and secure storage. Bring proper shoes, gloves, water, and weather-ready clothing.

“My husband and I had a blast. The Ferrata was very fun and the zip line was so fast and fun! The guides were knowledgeable and fun to talk to as well.”

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10.Via Ferrata & Zip Line with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $159

Leave Cusco early for Pachar, where professional English- or Spanish-speaking guides outfit you for an intermediate Via Ferrata climb. Choose a four-course meal in a transparent Sky Lodge capsule or a box lunch at the high point, then descend by zip line, including a 700-meter run. Guide Americo has earned special praise for calm, helpful instruction.

“Great crew, great instruction, and the Via Ferrata and Zipline were amazing. Will definitely be searching out more in the world. Recommend going as early as possible to be in mostly shade while still seeing the blue skies and views of the valley.”

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11.Elda: El Bolón via ferrata with zipline and abseiling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $53Best value

Meet your guides at the foot of Sierra de Bolón near Elda, learn to use your helmet, harness, and energy absorber, then climb three linked via ferrata sections rated K1, K3, and K2. You’ll cross hanging bridges, use a zipline, and rappel before returning on foot. English, French, Catalan, Portuguese, and Spanish support is available.

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12.Mont-Catherine Ziplines and Via Ferrata

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $93

At Mont-Catherine, you begin with a short rock-wall lesson, hike 10 minutes to Cap Beauséjour, and climb a 300-metre via ferrata up 60 metres. Two ziplines follow: one 900 metres across the mountain, then another 650 metres to the base. The 2.5-hour outing is guided in English.

“Wonderful experience!!! Can not say enough about our two guides. The experience of the rock wall was more then I expected however the guides brought us through it with confidence. Ziplining was a BLAST!!! I can’t wait to go back”

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13.Zip Line & Via Ferrata Experience in the Rhodope Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $54

At 35 meters above the Rhodope Mountains, you ride a prone alpine trolley across the Chaya River twice. Choose the trolley alone or add a 32-meter Via Ferrata with 120 steps. Your instructor supplies the equipment and climbing guidance. The private activity lasts about one hour and begins and ends near Chepelare.

“Wow, this is fantastic. Such a nice soft adventure, safe, secure but with stunning views in the Rhodope mountains. Great instructors and lots of people queuing. With this booking we had a fast-track access and personalized service on the spot.”

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14.Powerful via Ferrata & Zipline Giant Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $209

Leave Medellín by private vehicle for a guided via ferrata near a 100-meter waterfall. You’ll tackle 196 feet of horizontal and 196 feet of vertical route, then take two flights on Colombia’s biggest zipline, reaching 330 meters high and stretching 1,400 meters. English and Spanish guides, insurance, and hotel pickup are included.

“This is definitely a bucket list adventure and highly recommend! Diego was an amazing guide. He took care of us from start to finish. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made sure we always safe.”

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