• 147 Fairy Springs Road - Embrace your inner Tarzan and glide through one of New Zealand’s remaining ancient native forests on the Original Canopy Tour — Rotorua’s top zipline adventure. This acclaimed experience immerses you in pristine forest just 15 minutes from the city, where you’ll soar on 6 exhilarating ziplines, including a 220m journey through the treetops. Traverse swing bridges, walk along volcanic cliffs, and discover a forest that feels vibrant and alive.

Zip between 1000-year-old rimu trees, listen to native birdsong, and witness conservation efforts firsthand. Guided by expert Kiwi guides, you’ll learn how your adventure contributes to forest restoration and native species protection — each tour supports genuine environmental impact.

The Original Canopy Tour is ideal for first-time zipliners, families, couples, and anyone aged 6 to 93. The complete experience lasts about 3 hours, including brief bush walks, a safety briefing, and transport to and from the forest.

All safety equipment is provided, and you’ll receive complimentary action photos of your adventure. Optional return transport from central Rotorua is also available — simply inquire when booking. It’s wild. It’s authentic. It gives back. This is adventure with a purpose!

• Safety equipment
• Photos available for download
• Two professional guides
• Wet weather clothing and warmer garments
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

This is Rotorua’s most celebrated zipline adventure and a must-experience in New Zealand. Nestled in one of Aotearoa’s last ancient native forests, this guided tour features 6 exhilarating ziplines through a lush canopy, including an exciting 220m ride. Participants will traverse swing bridges, explore tree-top platforms, and be surrounded by majestic 1000-year-old rimu trees and the melodies of native birds.

This adventure is more than just an adrenaline rush — it’s a journey with a purpose. Each booking contributes to forest restoration, predator control, and the protection of endangered species. It’s the only zipline in New Zealand that actively supports the environment you soar through.

What adds to its uniqueness? The guides. They are professional, fun, and genuinely caring, ensuring safety while providing an unforgettable experience filled with stories, laughter, and connection.

Ideal for families, couples, and first-time zipliners aged 6 to 93. The package includes free photos, all necessary gear, and optional return transport from Rotorua.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.