Rotorua Canopy Tours — Attraction in North Island

Want an awesome New Zealand zipline experience? Then Rotorua Canopy Tours is the place to go. Of all the Rotorua activities on offer, this full-on adventure flies (literally) above all of them.

Your skilled and friendly guides (we had Nui and Ash on our trip and they were sensational!) will guide you deep into an ancient rainforest on the shores of beautiful Lake Rotorua where the canopy tours zipline system is located. As you ascend through the forest to the base of the first zipline, your guides will tell you about some of the superb native flora and fauna surrounding you. (Don't be surprised if a few of them come and visit while you are up in their treetop domain.)

From the first high-speed descent you will be exhilarated by the magnificent trees, ferns and foliage as you fly above, through and past them. Any lingering fear of heights you may still have will soon be dispelled by the relaxed and professional attitude of your guides, and by the time you launch yourself out on the final zipline you'll be quite happily flying upside down and whooping with delight.

Your guides will also introduce you to the excellent conservation work that Rotorua Canopy Tours are undertaking in this tiny slice of rainforest paradise, funded entirely by a percentage of each tour price. Awesome effort you guys!

So if you have a chance to experience this New Zealand mustdo adventure, don't hesitate...just step off the...

The Ultimate Rotorua Canopy Tour was truly an incredible experience from start to finish! Jono and Jake, our guides, made the day unforgettable with their friendly and funny personalities. They were both so thoughtful, constantly checking in on everyone and making sure we felt safe and comfortable, while also keeping the energy light and fun. Their knowledge about the forest and passion for conservation were impressive and really added depth to the adventure.

One of the highlights was definitely the zip line—it was such a thrill flying through the treetops, with breathtaking views of the native forest below. Each zip line got more exciting, and the guides made sure everyone was at ease, offering encouragement and plenty of laughs. Another unique and special part of the tour was the bird feeding. It was incredible to see native birds up close and be part of the conservation effort to protect them. This connection to nature made the experience feel even more meaningful.

The combination of excitement, natural beauty, and the fantastic guides made this tour unforgettable. We’ll cherish the memories and will definitely come back again! If you want a fun, adventurous way to explore Rotorua, this tour...

I can't sing the praises of this outfit enough. My traveling companion has a pain condition, so we did the original experience first to ensure she wasn't out of her depth. We had an awesome time with super funny guides (warning: kiwi humour) and so we came back over the new year to do the ultimate.

The gear is completely suitable and whilst you can get yourself into trouble if you are silly (ignoring instructions from the safety briefing)... I felt safe at all times.

They even squeeze time in for information about the virgin forest you're in and the pest control initiatives you are in part helping to pay for by taking the tour.

This really is a great event and if you're in Rotorua... I'd highly recommend. They are situated just opposite the luge so you can't miss it.

Ultimate trip top tip: In the 400m tandem race zip line... curl into a ball to decrease your wind resistance and get a speed edge on your opponent.

General tip: You dangle from a harness by two flexible cables. You are likely to turn, to correct this for some semblance of control extend one arm or leg out to one side only.

Enjoy. I hope personally they make an even bigger track because if they do I'll...