Where to Ride: the 8 Best Walking Tours Worldwide

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

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

Spend about three hours flying through Rotorua’s ancient native forest on six ziplines, including a 400 m tandem line reaching up to 80 km/h. Guides such as Mitch, Sam, Nina, and Dylan combine safety coaching with conservation stories. You’ll also cross swing bridges, floating stairs, and a volcanic walkway 50 m above the valley.

“Amazing experience. The guides were fantastic. Would definitely recommend to anyone, especially any other kiwi’s wanting to explore their own backyard.”

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2.Puerto Vallarta’s Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 817 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $58Best value

Ride a series of high jungle ziplines near Puerto Vallarta, cross the Jorullo Bridge, sample tequila, and return by shuttle. Guides such as David, Miguel, Daniel, and Fernando are praised for clear safety briefings and good humor. Expect steep hiking between lines, water stations, and about five hours from pickup to return.

“The group in charge of the ziplines excursion did a great job. They were great to work with, and the ziplines were a lot of fun with gorgeous views.”

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3.Plettenberg Bay: Bungee Jumping with Zipline and Sky Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $97

At Bloukrans Bridge near Plettenberg Bay, you cross to the jump point by zipline, leap from Africa's highest bridge, then return by winch and the 216-meter SkyWalk. English-speaking guides, specialist equipment, and pendulum technology keep the experience smooth. Photos and videos cost extra.

“Amazing experience. Fun atmosphere on the bridge before the jump and reassuring instructors”

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4.Waiheke Island: Zipline And Forest Walk

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

From Waiheke’s Matiatia ferry terminal, your small group rides to EcoZip Adventures for three guided 200-meter zipline flights. Guides such as Ben, Jessie, Poppy, and Helena combine safety coaching with facts about native forest conservation. A gentle but sometimes uphill bush walk returns you to the visitor center.

“Wonderful experience - our family enjoyed it very much. The Ziplines are fun and exhilirating. The team was professional and personable and with humour thrown in! The forest walk was informative and lovely.”

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5.World B+ (Zipline 18 Platforms + Roller + Sky Walk with World Set Menu )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · from $97

Spend about two hours at Hanuman World Phuket on zip lines, abseils, sky bridges, a spiral staircase, and an 800-meter jungle roller ride. Hotel pickup, European equipment, trained staff, insurance, and a World set menu are included. The course details vary between nine and ten platforms, so confirm the exact route before booking.

“It was unfortunately an hour wait from when I arrived until it started. But when we got going it was non stop ! The zipline was a little scary for a first-timer, but thought it was a lot of fun after a few rides:) The «roller coaster» ride is not for thosRead more”

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6.World A+ (Zipline 32 Platforms + Roller + Sky Walk with World Set Menu )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · from $109

Hanuman World Phuket combines 16 ziplines, three abseils, sky bridges, spiral stairs, a jungle roller coaster, and a rainforest sky walk. Your instructor stays with you through the course, and hotel transfers plus a World Set Menu are included. Plan on about three hours, with a little uphill walking between platforms.

“Where to start? This is a great and fun spot. So many platforms, staff is helpful and fun, and the whole area is gorgeous. You truly feel up in the treetops! Our group met another group and this made the whole experience even more memorable. If you enjoy high energy fun, this is the place.”

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7.World C+ (Ziplines 10 Platforms + Roller + Sky Walk and World Set Menu )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $81

At Hanuman World Phuket, you’ll ride jungle ziplines, tackle abseils, climb a spiral staircase, and take the 800-meter Roller Zipline at speeds up to 40 km/h. The package includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, Sky Walk access, safety equipment, and a World Set Menu. Guides Tony and Joker are noted for their calm, professional handling of family groups.

“Interesting experience and suitable for a good family trip. Great for adventure seekers! The guides Tony and Joker are truly professional”

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8.6 Ziplines, 400m Tandem, Cliff Walk & Swing Bridges

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · from $152

Spend 3.5 hours above an ancient Rotorua forest with two guides and a group of up to 10. You’ll ride six ziplines, including a 400-metre tandem line reaching up to 80 km/h, cross swing bridges, walk a volcanic cliff, and descend from the trees under guide control. Warm and rain gear, transport into the forest, and digital photos are included.

“This is not only an adventure tour, these guys have built the zipline structure working together with the department of conversation to free the forest of invasive species, killing the native birdlife and affecting the whole forest. It is absolutely astonishing how drastically the forest has improved within their just over 10 years of operation. For us the zipline was a manner to experience this remarkable conservation project in a unique and exciting way! This for me is 100% guaranteed the best outdoor experience I have ever had!Read more”

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