For those who like travel with adventurous vibe, there are many options of what activities to do to have fun. One of them is experience zip lines. It is not something new to ride down zip lines. In facts, many travel destinations have their own zip lines in particular tourist spots. However, not all zip lines are as thrilling as you thought. It usually depends on the location. A place near open-ocean or forest are usually the best to try zip lines. The scenery is wonderful and the height of the zip lines tend to be more thrilling. Not to mention that they tend to have extreme steepness.
Experience zip lines during your trip
Zip lines are safe ride you can try during your trip, especially if you fancy adventurous trip. You will be strapped with safety gears properly for safe and smooth ride. It might not be as extreme as bungee jumping from Macau Tower but the thrill is just as satisfying. Besides, the view is the bonus. Here are most recommended zip lines that you should give a try.
Icy Strait Point ZipRider in Alaska
It is considered the longest zip zip line in the world with over a mile long. Not to mention that it is also one of the fastest due to its 1,300 vertical foot vertical drop with the speed that reaches 60 mph. You will fly over the treetops of the Tongass National Forest at 300 feet height. The ride takes only 90 seconds but it can be the best 90 seconds in your life. You can also try group launch because the ride can fit 6 members at once.
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WildPlay Mistrider Zipline
This zipline is one of the most popular in the world especially because it is located at Niagara Falls. Along the ride, you will get to feel the spray of the falls. There are four side-by-side zips so you and your family or friends can launch at the same time and experience the zip lines together. You will get to see the best of Niagara Falls because you will pass through American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls then arrive to the observation landing. The ride takes over a minute to finish. The speed of this zip line is up to 40 mph.
Dragon’s Breath Flight Line
Located in Labadee, Haiti, the Royal Caribbean Cruise might be the best moment in your life. Thus, you should make the most out of it by stopping at Labadee to try the zip line. This is the longest overwater zip line in the world approximately at 2,600 feet. The duration of the ride from start to finish can up to 1 ¼ hours. You will experience the ride at quite fast speed up to 50 mph. You will start the ride from the island beaches on Dragon’s Breath Rock at high point. Then, you will touch down on beautiful, soft white sand. You will be able to see the best view over the waters of Buccaneer’s Bay.