6 Zip Lines Hikes Worth Lacing Up For

1.Zipline and Hiking Adventure Tour in Vík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

You’ll gear up near Vík, ride a short shuttle to the first launch point, then hike between four zip lines above a stream and waterfall. Guides such as Alex, Barbara, Sammy, and Alexandra tailor the pace to your comfort. Expect wet trails, big views, and a playful surprise at the end.

“Our guides were great, the scenery was amazing, and the surprise at the end was a special treat! We really enjoyed this excursion.”

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2.St Lucia Ultimate 3: Aerial Tram, Zipline and Hiking at Rainforest Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 262 reviews · from $115

From Castries, combine an aerial tram, guided rainforest walk, and eight-line canopy course in about five hours. Guides such as Dela, Mel, and Josiah have been praised for clear safety help and plant knowledge, though pickup details need careful confirmation.

“Fantastic day with friendly and fun staff to help guide us. Would definitely recommend if you fancy something different and fun”

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3.From Vík: Zipline and Hiking Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

Near Vík, you will ride three named ziplines over rivers, canyons, and waterfalls, hike about 3 km through Grafargil, and take a secured Leap of Faith across a river. Guides such as Alex, Barbara, Sami, and Sam have led departures, with extra activities sometimes offered.

“Barbara and Alex were the best!! It’s such a cool course and one of the more unique zipline experiences I’ve had. You zoom over the most incredibles landscapes, and if you’re lucky, you get to do the “bonus activity” at the end! Would definitely book with these guys again next time I’m in Iceland!”

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4.El Calafate: 4WD Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $142

Spend four hours above El Calafate in a 4WD, taking in Lake Argentino, Patagonian peaks, and native wildlife. Choose your descent when booking: a guided 90-minute hike, four zipline runs totaling 2,920 meters, or a 4WD route with the Labyrinth of Stones. A snack or lunch follows at Estancia Huyliche.

“Muy buena alternativa para plan de medio día y complementar con alguna otra actividad donde se disfruten los glaciares. Elegimos la opción de trekking, es una linda caminata con vistas de la ciudad de El Calafate, el lago Argentino, y la cordillera de los Andes, nos tocó un día de verano inmejorable. El guía en 4x4 muy buena onda y también a gusto con el guía de senderismo. El almuerzo en la estancia excelente. Muy contentos, gracias!”

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5.Tirana Adventure: Petrela Castle, Black Cave Hike & Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 6h 30m · from $42Best value

Leave Tirana with an English-speaking guide such as Ani or Ramo for Petrela Castle, a moderate hike through Erzeni Canyon, and Pellumbas Cave. Add Albania’s largest zipline for €20, then stop in Pëllumbas for local food. Hotel pickup and cave gear are included.

“Hele leuke trip! We werden opgehaald bij ons hotel in Tirana en zijn daarna naar het Petrela-kasteel gegaan wat ongeveer een half uur rijden was. Het was heel schattig en hebben daar een koffietje gedronken met mooi uitzicht. Wij wilden graag de zipline doen, dat was optioneel. Let op: de prijs hiervoor zit niet bij de tour in inbegrepen, maar wel echt de moeite waard! Het is de langste zipline van Albanië en je hebt mooi uitzicht. Je betaald €20 pp extra. Daarna nog 30 min gereden naar de plek waar we gingen hiken. Het is een wandeltocht van een uur en dan kom je bij de super gave black…”

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6.El Chorro: Zipline, Bridge, and Hiking Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $73

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at Hotel La Garganta for a four-hour Via Ferrata adventure in El Chorro. Climb 250 meters of iron steps, ride a 35-meter zipline, cross Tibetan and monkey-step bridges, and pause for wide views. Guide Alex is praised for calm safety briefings and good humor.

“Great guide in Alex making us feel relaxed while at those heights with a great sense of humour but serious to details and instructions as needed. It was very enjoyable and will be a great memory for us :)”

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