Zipline Rotorua’s Ancient Forest on The Original Canopy Tour
This is Rotorua’s most awarded zipline adventure and the cant-miss experience in New Zealand. Set in one of Aotearoa’s last remaining ancient native forests, this guided tour takes you on 6 ziplines through lush canopy, including a thrilling 220m ride. You’ll cross swing bridges, explore tree-top platforms, and be surrounded by towering 1000-year-old rimu trees and native birdsong.
This isn’t just an adrenaline rush — it’s a journey with purpose. Every booking helps restore the forest, fund predator control, and protect endangered species. It’s the only zipline in New Zealand that gives back to the environment you're flying through.
What makes it even more special? The guides. Professional, fun, and genuinely caring, they’ll keep you safe while delivering an unforgettable experience full of stories, laughter, and connection.
Perfect for families, couples, and first-time zipliners aged 6 to 93. Includes free photos, all gear, and optional return transport from Rotorua.
Options
Original Canopy Tour
Guests, please be here 15 minutes prior to your departure time. If pick up is required, we will pick you up 30 minutes before your tour. Our Original Canopy Tour takes approximately 3 hours
What's included in Zipline Rotorua’s Ancient Forest on The Original Canopy Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Tap into your Tarzan energy and soar through one of New Zealand’s last ancient native forests on the Original Canopy Tour — Rotorua’s #1 zipline adventure. This award-winning experience takes you deep into untouched forest just 15 minutes from town, where you’ll fly on 6 thrilling ziplines, including a 220m ride through the canopy. Cross swing bridges, walk along volcanic cliffs, and explore a forest that feels alive. You’ll zip between 1000-year-old rimu trees, hear native birdsong, and see conservation in action. Led by expert Kiwi guides, you’ll learn how your adventure helps restore the forest and protect native species — every tour supports real environmental impact. The Original Canopy Tour is perfect for first-time zipliners, families, couples, and anyone aged 6 to 93. The full experience takes around 3 hours, including short bush walks, a safety briefing, and transport to and from the forest. All safety gear is provided, and you’ll receive free action photos of your adventure. Optional return transport from central Rotorua is also available — just ask when booking. It’s wild. It’s real. It gives back. This is adventure with purpose!
Inclusions
- Safety equipment
- Photos available for download
- Two professional guides
- Wet weather clothing and warmer garments
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Maximum weight is 265 pounds (120kg)
- Minimum age is 6 years
- We can help with pickup and drop-off to Rotorua Central. Please contact us with any questions, all contact details are found on your confirmation voucher/email
- Closed-toe footwear is required; supportive footwear such as trainers or hiking boots is recommended
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Availability: This tour is for small groups of no more than 10 people. We will do our best to book you for your preferred departure time but due to other bookings, this may not always be available. If your preferred time is not available, we will contact you to offer an alternative departure
- Rotorua Canopy Tours Risk Disclosure Statement: Rotorua Canopy Tours is an adventure activity that has risks and the potential to encounter hazards due to the nature of the activity and the unpredictable natural environment in which the tour operates. Rotorua Canopy Tours operates a strict safety management system that is audited to New Zealand standards and best practice for adventure activities including weather operating parameters to reduce exposure to these risks and hazards; however, we cannot completely mitigate all of them. It is important you are aware of these and that these risks and hazards may lead to injury, serious harm or death. Specific hazards and risks include but are not limited to vehicle accidents, falls from height, zipline collisions, entanglement in equipment, slips and falls, falling debris, staff errors, suspension trauma, exposure to typical NZ conservation practices such as trapping and adverse weather effects due to varying environmental conditions that can change quickly and without much warning. Weather can include but not limited to thunderstorms, strong winds and gusts, rain, heavy rain, hail and occasionally snow, as well as extreme temperatures and humidity (seasonal depending). Rotorua Canopy Tours will provide wet weather and warmth gear if required and will not let anyone participate if not dressed appropriate for the forecasted weather. Physical requirements Participants must under 120kg (264.5lb), be comfortable with being at heights, able to walk on uneven terrain, cross swing bridges, and ascend up to 63flights of stairs. Participants should be well fed and hydrated before arriving. Participants should be prepared for physical demands if the tour needs to evacuate due to changes in weather or an emergency during the experience. An evacuation would require walking up to 30 minutes on uneven forested trails with small inclines, declines, soft ground, and exposed tree roots. At most times during the experience, we are over one hour from the nearest hospital. Guests with a history of cardiac complications, those with low fitness levels who may be strained with the exertion of exercise, or those with any other significant health-related complexities who may require immediate help are at risk of not receiving treatment promptly. Individuals with such conditions should seriously consider whether they can complete the experience safely and comfortably. Emergency Services are not able to access most locations within the forest. Please contact us before booking if you have any concerns We take all practical steps to ensure your safety throughout the experience but by acknowledging this risk disclosure you and anyone you are booking for are aware that we can’t fully mitigate all risk and hazards and your safety cannot be fully guaranteed.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Everyone meets at our base prior to their experience. This is just a 5 minutes drive from Rotorua's Centre. Free parking onsite. If you dont have transport and need assistance getting to our base, please reach out to our team via phone or email.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Please get in contact with the service provider if you require a pickup from your hotel.