Best Ziplines in the World: 11 Must-Try Adventures
By Thessa Lageman | Published on October 24, 2025
If riding a zip line is on your ultimate bucket list, then planning an Alaska adventure cruise to the small but picturesque Icy Strait Point port to ride the famous ZipRider® is a must. This high-flying excursion ranks among the best ziplining places in North America. It competes with renowned attractions found in other destinations, from the rugged Grand Canyon region to the breathtaking rope bridges found on canopy tours in Costa Rica.
The ZipRider® opened in 2007 and shot to immediate popularity. At 5,495 feet (1.67 kilometers), it’s one of the world’s longest zip lines. This spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime experience will surely blow you away.
Continue reading to learn more about Alaskan zip lining and other places to find the best zip line experience.
ZipRider
What you have in store on the action-packed ZipRider is a vertical drop of 1,320 feet over lush green rainforest near Hoonah, Alaska. You’ll travel more than a mile and could reach speeds of up to 65 mph before swiftly landing on a harborside beach. Catch views of nearby Port Frederick as well as the majestic snowcapped mountains that are synonymous with the Last Frontier.
Where to find it: Icy Strait Point, Alaska
The Flying Dutchman
Want to fly down the world’s steepest zip line? The Flying Dutchman launches you 2,800 feet down the mountainside, dropping 1,050 feet in elevation, before securely landing at the base of Rockland Estates. As one of the best ziplines for thrill seekers, you won’t want to miss this high-flying adventure, found in Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
Where to find it: Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Perfect Day at CocoCay Zip Line
Take on the 1,600-foot-long (487 meters) zip line course on Perfect Day at CocoCay for an exhilarating adventure over Royal Caribbean’s very own private island destination. As you swoop over this slice of paradise, you’ll have a bird's-eye view of all the thrills and ways to chill at your fingertips:
- ● The Caribbean’s largest freshwater pool.
- ● 14 waterslides — including Daredevil’s Peak, the tallest waterslide in the Caribbean.
- ● Helium balloon adventure Up, Up & Away.
- ● Miles of white sand beaches.
You can come down from the zip lining high by unwinding at Coco Beach Club, home to The Bahamas’ first overwater cabanas, which come with their very own cabana attendant, lunch from a private restaurant, an overwater hammock and more.
Where to find it: Perfect Day at CocoCay, The Bahamas
Toro Verde Eco Adventure Park
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Orocovis mountains in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from above the island’s dense jungle canopies on one of Toro Verde Eco Adventure Park’s 10 zip lines. You’ll fly down 4,745 feet (1,446 meters) headfirst on La Bestia (The Beast) at 62 mph (100 kph) or challenge yourself with speeds of up to 95 mph (153 kph) on El Monstruo (The Monster), which used to be the second longest zip line in the world at 1.57 miles (2.4 kilometers). Truly, this might be the best zipline in Puerto Rico for thrill-seekers eyeing new heights.
Where to find it: San Juan (Orocovis), Puerto Rico
Dragon’s Breath Flight Line
The private destination of Labadee, Haiti, is home to beautiful beaches like Columbus Cove; Arawak Aqua Park, a course with floating trampolines and waterslides; the thrilling Dragon’s Breath Flight Line and more.
At more than 2,600 feet in length (792 meters), Dragon’s Breath is the world’s longest overwater zip line. You’ll be able to hitch a ride to the beach down below while you’re 500 feet (152 meters) in the air for views of turquoise waters, sand-swept beaches and lush green jungle. Whether you fly feet first or belly down, aka “Superman style,” the choice is yours.
Where to find it: Labadee, Haiti
Tree Limin’ Extreme Zip Line
Two people can zip line together on six lines and traverse two sky bridges that crisscross above the lush tropical rainforest on St. Peter Mountain in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. With eight aerial platforms, you’ll also be able to stand still to enjoy the island’s natural beauty — think of it as one of the best things you can do in the Caribbean. You can even zip backward and forward on the Yo-Yo line.
Where to find it: Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Jaguar Cave Zip Line
The Jaguar Cave zip line in Belize City, Belize, packs double the thrill; you can soar over ancient Maya caves, dashing between the stalactite and stalagmite formations of the open-air portion of the Jaguar Paw cave. You’ll also be able to get an up-close look at the Belizean wilderness when you fly under a lush jungle canopy that macaws, parrots, hummingbirds and more wildlife call home.
Where to find it: Belize City, Belize
Oasis Class Ships Zip Line
For the ultimate ocean views, what could top ziplining in the middle of the ocean? You can soak in endless ocean vistas as you zip across the world’s largest cruise ships, Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class. When you look down, you’ll see the Boardwalk neighborhood (one of several neighborhoods to explore), the iconic carousel, restaurants and the AquaTheater nine decks — and even 10 decks on Wonder of the Seas — below.
Where to find it: Oasis Class ships like Harmony, Symphony and Wonder of the Seas.
South Shore Zip Line
Have your pick of 11 zip lines, which are up to 1,300 feet long and as high up as 100 feet at the local eco park. Soar between mountains with views of exotic plants, like giant African palms, as well as beautiful scenery spanning the horizon. With the new Zuperman Zip, you can even zoom toward the beach face first.
Roatan’s eco park also features eight suspension bridges that are up to 200 feet long (60 meters), on which you can traverse through the jungle — who knows, you may just have some wild encounters with local monkeys, sloths, iguanas and macaws.
Where to find it: Roatan, Honduras
Zip Line Through Paradise
Fly above the canopies of the Big Island’s Hawaiian rainforest as well as 160 feet (49 meters) over the many gorgeous waterfalls of the Honolii Stream. Eight zip lines cover about 2 miles (3 kilometers) of tropical river gorges. The longest line is more than 2,600 feet, and, thanks to side-by-side lines, you can enjoy the experience with a friend zipping right alongside you.
Where to find it: Hilo, Hawaii
EcoZip Adventures on Waiheke Island
Take a scenic ferry ride through Hauraki Gulf before gearing up for three side-by-side zip lines that will take you through the native brush on the stunning island of Waiheke near Auckland, New Zealand. After soaring through the local flora and fauna, you’ll learn about the region’s natural sites — like golden beaches, olive groves and vineyards — and its forest conservation efforts while on a guided nature walk back to camp. This lush area is close to famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites across New Zealand, making it an ideal stop for dedicated adventure seekers.
Where to find it: Auckland, New Zealand
