The Tsitsikamma Zipline is the perfect activity for adventure enthusiasts who want to experience the thrill of rushing through the air.
Tsitsikamma Zipline in the Eastern Cape.
Your heart rate increases, there’s a rise in your blood pressure, it feels as if time has slowed down and everything becomes so focused and clear. You are so in-the-moment that you feel able to accomplish what you otherwise could not, without the distractions of your own body. You’ve bridged the gap between body and spirit… this is the adrenaline surge you can experience on the Tsitsikamma Zipline in the Eastern Cape. This fun and exciting activity is the perfect answer for adventure enthusiasts who want to experience the thrill of rushing through the air without having to parachute out of a plane or rebound on a bungee cord.
The zipline has been around for almost 2,000 years, dating back as early as 250 BC and has been used as a means of transport in some mountainous countries, although not all structures fitted the description of the zipline. The more conventional zipline as we know it today was created in the 1970s by wildlife biologists as a means to explore the dense rainforests in remote areas without disturbing the environment. This later developed into a business idea and the concept of the zipline as thrill-seeking activity as it is today.
Spoilt for choice with the multitude of Tsitsikamma Zipline canopy tours available, visitors are able to choose one that suits their location and budget.
The Tsitsikamma Falls Adventures offers 8 zipline slides. Zig zag along with cables across the river gorge in Tsitsikamma while experiencing spectacular waterfalls. Adrenalin Addo has South Africa’s longest double zip line which is 500m long, 60m high and you can reach speeds up to 60km/h. This is a fast, fun and safe ride that begins 60m above the Sundays River overlooking a valley of citrus fruits.
The Tsitsa Falls Backpackers & Adventures offer tailor-made packages for ziplining, combining zipline with other adventure activities. The Areena Riverside Resort and Adventures hosts the Ama Zing Zing zipline with fantastic views over the Leopard Kloor riverine gorge. There are over 10 ziplines, the longest being 153m and the highest being 70m.
Stormsriver Adventures offer treetop canopy tours that take place in the magnificent Tsitsikamma indigenous rainforest. This canopy tour involves ziplining from one platform to another within the rainforest. Experience the regions true natural beauty by means of these Tsitsikamma canopy tours.
If the thrill of the zipline is not for you, Tsitsikamma is also known for its other adventure activities such as diving, snorkeling, river adventures, whale watching, kayaking and tubing. Whether you’re looking for adrenalin, adventure or just peace and quiet, there is something for everyone. Tsitsikamma adventure packages are available to develop the perfect combination of activities for the best holiday experience.
A thrill is defined as a sudden wave of keen emotion or excitement, sometimes manifested as a tremor or tingling sensation passing through the body. This is exactly how you will feel when experiencing the Tsitsikamma Zipline in the Eastern Cape. Don’t miss out on this heart-pumping and exhilarating experience!
