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Tsitsikamma Falls Adventure Park is situated in the heart of the Tsitsikamma. A mere 10km east of the Stormsriver Bridge next to the N2 Eastern Capes Garden Route of South Africa. Tsitsikamma Falls Adventures offers our adrenaline and fun filled “Waterfall Zipline Tour” activity

Our “Waterfall Zipline Tour” is world renowned and takes you on 8 Zipslides across the Kruis River. Suspended in a harness you will glide zigzag across the river and over 3 waterfalls, viewing the lush indigenous vegetation below sometimes 50 meters above ground.

Our guided Quad Bike Tours takes you on an 45 min ride through farmlands and next to indigenous forest situated on the foothills of the Tsitsikamma Mountains.

Our Gravity Zone Abseiling offers you the opportunity to rappel 30 meters down a fern cove to the bottom of a waterfall.

We also have a conference facility available that can accommodate up to 80 people. This is an ideal venue for teambuilding, corporate events and group booking of 15+ people.
Tsitsikamma Falls Adventure Park is situated in the heart of the Tsitsikamma a mere 10km east of the Storms river Bridge directly next to the N2, Eastern Cape, Garden Route, South Africa. Tsitsikamma Falls Adventures offers the fun filled “Waterfall Zipline Tour.

Our “Waterfall Zipline Tour” is world renowned and takes you on 8 Zipslides across the Kruis River. Suspended in a harness you will glide zigzag across the river and over 3 waterfalls, viewing the lush indigenous vegetation below sometimes 50 meters above ground.

We also have a conference facility available that can accommodate up to 80 people. This is an ideal venue for teambuilding, corporate events and group booking of 15+ people.
"Waterfall Zipline Tour"

What makes the Tsitsikamma “Waterfall Zipline Tour” unique is that you have the opportunity to safely slide on a zip line across 3 beautiful waterfalls surrounded by indigenous trees and plants. This eco-adventure is sure to give you an adrenaline rush, zigzagging across the Kruis River with the wind in your face and the whistle of the pulley on the cable. You will hear the rush of the waterfalls all along the Zipline Tour.

Our tours depart every 30 min and we do not have a group size limit. We operate in most weather conditions (even when raining) and tours will only be seized if there is lightning or if it is deemed that it would be unsafe and endanger the safety of our clients.

If for some reason you are unable to enjoy our it’s amazing, it’s awesome, it’s spectacular “Waterfall Zipline Tour” you are more than welcome to take a walk along the footpaths and overlooking the beauty of the waterfalls and nature be part of the adventure while your friends or family takes part in the tour. Viewing the waterfalls and walking along the river is free of charge and permission can be obtained at reception.

Please adhere to the signs and instructions along the route and note that you do this at your own risk.

COST

The Tsitsikamma "Waterfall Zipline Tour" Cost ZAR 375 per person. Note that we do take most major credit cards like VISA and Mastercard.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE TOUR

The “Waterfall Zipline Tour” consists of 8 slides totaling 822m (2697 feet) of which the longest is 211m (692 feet). Upon your arrival you must report at the reception to pay where after you will receive a ticket and report at the kitting room. You’ll be given an indemnity form to sign and our guides will get you geared up in a harness for an amazing experience.

Once kitted you will be introduced and accompanied by two professional guides to the starting point of the tour. There you will be given a safety briefing and the guides will explain the do’s and don’ts during the tour. They will explain to you how our patented braking system works. The first two slides is relatively slow just to get you used the experience.

On the fifth slide you will cross over the first waterfall and you’ll land on a platform above the crest of the second waterfall. On the sixth slide of 165 meters you’ll cross over two more stunning waterfall passing the cliff’s only an arm’s length away. From there you’ll walk up a pathway approximately 150 meters where you will receive a refreshing drink. From the deck you can enjoy the beauty of one the Garden Routes hidden gems with a breath-taking view overlooking the waterfalls. If you choose you can take a short walk to the suspension bridge where the abseiling takes place and get a stunning view from above the second waterfall.

After enjoying your refreshment you’ll take a walk approximately 100 meters to the start of our longest and highest slide. This slide is 211m (692 feet) long and at times 50 meters (20 stories) above the ground. The eighth and last slide will bring you back across the river and you will return to the kitting rooms and you’ll be offered complimentary refreshment.

Please feel free to leave your comments in our guestbook and you may tip your guides should you feel that they deserve one.

WHAT TO WEAR

- Long or short pants.
- Comfortable flat sole shoes preferably closed.
- Elastic band to tie up long hair, since we don’t want it getting
entangled in the pulley.
- If it is raining you’ll be given a rain suit to wear at no extra
charge.
- Sunglasses should preferably have a neck strap.
- Please don’t forget the camera (We also have an onsite company
that takes photos and videos at a very reasonable rates. Please
request this before departing on your tour.)

RESTRICTIONS

- Any person under the age of 18 years of age must have a
guardian/parent to sign an indemnity form
when partaking in any of the adventure activities on the property
presented by Tsitsikamma Falls Adventure Park.
- Pregnant ladies.
- Persons with spinal and neck problems.
- Children under the age of 3 years. Children under 7 years must be
accompanied by an adult and we can accommodate 1 child with a
guide per group.
- Must be reasonably fit. (Must be able to walk unassisted for at
least 500m)
- Persons that weigh more than 120Kg or that the harness does not
fit comfortably.
- Persons with severe Acrophobia (Fear of Heights). We have had many
wonderful cases of people overcoming their fear of heights, due to
the patience and professionalism of our guides.

SAFETY

We pride ourselves on our safety due to the quality of our installations, the equipment that we use and our professional guides. Furthermore there are strict criteria set by the Insurance Companies which we have to abide by. We are also one of only companies in the world to have our own patented zip line braking systems. “Foefie Brake©” & “Foefie Stop©”. Some companies use gloves to brake, which may lead to injuries such as dislocated or injured shoulders and fingers getting caught between the pulley and the wire rope. Note that under no circumstances patrons are allowed to handle any equipment.

HOW LONG DOES THE TOUR TAKE?

The average group size of 8 people takes about 1hour to 1hour 30 min. Note that this might vary due to factors such as:

- When accommodating very large groups 30+.
- The amount of children in the group.
- The amount of parents and children sliding in Tandem.
- Persons in the group with a fear of heights.
- The fitness levels of the group (since there is walking involved).
- When raining it takes time to dry the rain suits.

TOUR SCHEDULES

We are open every day of the year first tours leaves at 09h00 and last group leaves 15h30 during off peak season. During peak season first groups leave at 08h00 and last groups leave at 16h00. Signing of indemnity forms and kitting up takes approximately 30 min. For large groups it is preferable to book in advance to avoid disappointment. We also request your patience if your group should leave later than expected, since we want to ensure every person’s safety and to enjoy the activities.




Tsitsikamma Falls Adventures Team Building Complex

Accommodation

We have 7 Rooms that sleeps up to 6 people each and two dormitories that sleeps up to 28 and 16 respectively. Our Conference Facility can sleep up to 87 people an Ablution is shared. If required we can arrange additional accommodation at other local Hotels, Lodges, B&B's etc to accommodate larger groups. Parking facilities for buses and vehicles are available at Complex.

Meals

We have a fully equipped Big and Small kitchen. Self-catering option is preferred, but we can provide meals at additional cost. We have an Indoor and Large Outdoor Braai area. We also have a Bar facility and pool table.

Pricing

Contact us with your requirements and we will send you a free quotation