Zanzibar Zipline Adventure
The forest canopy from above
- Location Forest zipline course, Unguja
- Duration Half day, approximately 3 hours
- Tour type Shared group
- Availability Daily, weather permitting
Price on request Send the form and we reply with a firm quote, usually within a few hours.
Overview
The zipline course runs on steel cables strung high above the forest, and it is the only way to see the Zanzibar canopy from above. You are fitted into a full harness, briefed by the ground crew and then sent out along a series of connected lines, some of them linked by suspension bridges.
Between the runs there is a guided walk on the forest floor, where the guides point out the trees, the birds and the small wildlife living in the canopy you have been flying over. The mix of adrenaline and quiet forest walking makes the session more interesting than a pure adventure ride.
Guides handle every clip and check personally, run the safety briefing before anything else happens, and stay with the group throughout. No experience is needed and first-timers make up most of each session.
The activity works well for families with older children, for couples and for groups looking for something active between beach days.
Highlights
- Multiple connected zipline runs above the canopy
- Suspension bridges between platforms
- Guided forest walk with the ground crew
- Panoramic views over the forest
- Full harness and safety equipment provided
- No experience needed
Itinerary
- 09:00
Hotel pickup
Collection from your hotel and the drive to the course.
- 10:00
Safety briefing and fitting
Harness fitting, helmet and gloves, and a full briefing with a practice line close to the ground.
- 10:30
The course
Work through the connected lines and suspension bridges, with a guide on each platform.
- 11:30
Guided forest walk
A walk on the forest floor with commentary on the trees, birds and wildlife.
- 12:15
Return transfer
Drive back to your hotel.
What is included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All entrance fees
- Zipline session with trained guides
- Full safety equipment: harness, helmet, gloves
- Guided forest walk
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch and drinks, where not listed as included
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Gratuities for your guide and driver
- Travel insurance
- Anything not named under what is included
- Photographs bought from the course photographer
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup time: Around 09:00 or 14:00.
Meeting point: Hotel reception, then the zipline base.
We collect from these areas:
- Stone Town
- Zanzibar City
- Maungani
- Nungwi
- Kendwa
- Matemwe
- Kiwengwa
- Pwani Mchangani
- Uroa
- Pongwe
- Chwaka
- Michamvi
- Paje
- Jambiani
- Makunduchi
- Kizimkazi
- Fumba
- Mangapwani
What to bring
- Closed shoes, mandatory
- Comfortable trousers or shorts
- Hair tie for long hair
- Insect repellent
- Camera with a secure strap
Important information
- Minimum and maximum weight limits apply for the harness. Tell us your group's details when you book and we will confirm.
- Closed shoes are mandatory. Sandals will not be permitted on the course.
- The course closes in high wind or heavy rain. We reschedule or refund.
- Loose items must be left in the lockers at the base.
Gallery
Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit?
Children old enough to meet the minimum weight for the harness ride with a guide. Send us the ages and weights in your group and we will confirm before you book.
What if I am afraid of heights?
The practice line runs close to the ground so you decide after trying it. Guides are used to nervous first-timers.
What happens in bad weather?
The course closes in high wind or lightning. We move you to another day or refund the trip.
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