Have you ever wanted to soar through the sky at your own free will? If so, then zip lining is the sport you’re looking for. This fun, high speed and exciting activity lets you zip through the air while attached to cable lines and safely strapped in a harness. Although zip lining is a highly popular sport in South America, it’s becoming an increasingly hot sport in other parts of the world as well. If you’re looking for places around the world to enjoy this thrilling sport, listed below are locations that offer zip lining.
Monteverde, Costa Rica
Travel through the rainforest while zip lining through Monteverde, Costa Rica. Monteverde has one of the finest cloud forest canopies within the country with much to offer. Travelers can experience beautiful and remote natural areas that cannot be reached on foot, along with rare wildlife. This trip will educate travelers on the ecology, botany and reforestation practices within Costa Rica.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Trying to travel to one of the up and coming vacation spots? Why not fly through the mountains, of Vancouver, British Columbia? You can discover these beautiful mountains while zipping through the air. And, since you zip line any time of the year, it’s no wonder so many travelers want to come back to experience the sport again.
Simatai, China
Want to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World? In Simatai, China, visitors can experience The Great Wall of China by zip lining over it. The choice of zip lining will make it a unique, one-of-a-kind visit. Not only can visitors experience The Great Wall, they can also enjoy unique views of lakes and mountains surrounding it.
Sun City, South Africa
Explore the grasslands of Sun City, South Africa from an aerial view. This location is perfect for people who have always wanted to visit South Africa, but are a little skeptical about visiting by foot because of wildlife. Zip lining gives visitors the perfect experience of the grasslands, animals and nature.
West Virginia, United States
Are you looking to travel within the United States? If so, then West Virginia is the perfect start to a zip lining adventure. With canopy tours over the New River Gorge, visitors can learn the basics of zip lining while enjoying a great view.
You can learn how to zip line with the help of trained professionals in a comfortable setting. Zip lining experiences have made vacations in Virginia adventurous.
Zip lining is an unforgettable experience, especially in a one-of-a-kind location. Take advantage of one or all of these remarkable locations and soar through the sky.
Michele Filipkowski is part of a team of writers that concentrate on traveling the world. Contact her @micheleashley89.