Zipline Tours in South Africa: 11 That Survive a Close Look

1.Zipline Cape Town – From Foot of Table Mountain Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,179 reviews · from $49Our pick

Ride a 4x4 from Silvermist Estate to the foot of Table Mountain, then cross seven zipline cables covering about 2.3 km. You will move between 11 platforms, walk short mountain paths, and see Cape Town from up to 155 meters above the canyon floor. Guides such as Vumi, Sakhile, Wilson, and Nkosi are known for calm safety briefings and good humor.

“Terrible Terrible. The address for the meeting location was incorrect, so our Uber was unable to drop us off for the tour. Very disappointed!!!! Lost out on the money for the Zipline as well a paying for round trip uber fees.”

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2.Knysna Ziplines Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 688 reviews · from $48

You’ll cross the Kranshoek gorge on a series of long ziplines, some reaching about 250 metres above the ground. Small groups of up to eight are led by guides such as Steven, Johannes, Smiley, and Lucas. Allow about two hours, bring moderate fitness, and remember that the park entrance fee and transport are not included.

“Taking the longest line with the most amazing ocean and mountain views was tge highlight of my trip to the area! The guides were well experienced and one felt safe throughout the trip.”

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3.Bungee Jumping with Zipline and Sky Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $97

Meet the Face Adrenalin team at Bloukrans Bridge, cross to the jump arch by zipline, and make a pendulum-style bungee jump with full safety equipment. Guides such as Viron, Mario, and Rendy help settle nerves. After the winch ride back up, walk the 216-meter SkyWalk to solid ground. Photos and videos cost extra.

“Amazing! Every single person was so friendly, had a wonderful time and would definitely do it again”

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4.Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 481 reviews · 2h 30m · from $55

Spend 150 minutes gliding between tree platforms in Tsitsikamma National Park, often high in Outeniqua Yellowwoods. Two English or Afrikaans-speaking guides handle the safety work and share stories about birds, ferns, and forest ecology. The small groups, capped at eight, suit first-timers, families with older children, and nervous flyers.

“super much fun! I was a bit scared in tje beginning but after some time I really enjoyed it”

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5.2.5-Hour Sabie River Zip Line Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 160 reviews · 2h 30m · from $43

Meet at Perry’s Bridge Trading Post in Hazyview for a safety briefing, then ride into the Sabie River valley for a 1.2-kilometer aerial trail. You’ll cross cable sections from 70 to 230 meters, pause at 10 platforms, and watch for forest wildlife. English-speaking guides assist throughout, with children under 10 possibly needing help.

“Pure adrenaline rush and liberating. It was very safe and the guides are friendly and efficient. Will do it again in the near future.”

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6.Plettenberg: 2-Hour Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

At A13a Airport Road, two guides fit you with a Singing Rock full-body harness, helmet, gloves, water, and a mop cap. After a short walk and safety demonstration, you ride six ziplines over forest, cliffs, and views toward the Indian Ocean. Groups are capped at seven, with English guiding and four daily start times.

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7.Ceres: Ziplining in the Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

You’ll ride 8 ziplines above the Koekedouw River in the Ceres mountains, covering 1.4 kilometers on slides from 100 to 291 meters long. Two guides handle the safety equipment and accompany you throughout. The tour usually takes 1 to 1.5 hours, with water included and photos available at an extra cost.

“Fijne begeleiding, leuke gidsen en super toffe activiteit om te doen. Hebben genoten!”

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8.Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park: Zip Line and Giant Swing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

At Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park, you cross the Sundays River by raft, travel through indigenous bush, then launch from a tower 70 meters above the valley. Ride twin 500-meter zip lines at about 60 km/h, followed by an 18-meter giant swing. English instruction, harnesses, and safety equipment are included.

“Zip line was a bit slow Working against wind Giant swing was awesome”

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9.Bloukrans Bridge: Zipline, Hangout, and SkyWalk Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 1 hour · from $40

At Bloukrans Bridge in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, you’ll wear a full-body harness, zip 200 meters to the bridge center, stand safely on the Hang Out Zone, and walk back across the suspended SkyWalk. An English-speaking guide leads this one-hour outing, a strong choice if you want bridge views and bungee action without making the jump.

“Special view from the bridge in the hangout zone! Incredible!”

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10.Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park: Superman Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $29Best value

At Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park, you’ll cross the Sundays River, hike about 500 meters through indigenous bush, then launch forward and prone on one of only two Superman-style ziplines in South Africa. An English-speaking instructor handles the safety briefing, and an automated brake lets you focus on the views.

“I really enjoyed the activity, you can do the nog swing as well as the zip line. It's not that high that you should be scared. Just make sure you dressed comfy as there is a 500m hike up the mountain lol”

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11.Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park: Zipline, Superman & Swing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

At Adrenalin Addo Adventure Park, you ride a 500-meter zipline in an upright position and then face-forward in Superman style, 70 meters above the Sundays River Valley. An automated braking system keeps your hands free. Finish with an 18-meter king swing. The park is about 20 minutes from Addo Elephant National Park.

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