Visit geysers, mud pools, hot springs, and geothermal valleys before or after your zipline adventure.
Overview
Rotorua ziplining takes you into the native forests of Ōkere for a 2-hour guided adventure combining aerial thrills, waterfalls, Māori culture, and ecological experiences. Fly across four ziplines, cross a swing bridge, and soar above Tutea Falls, the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall.
What to expect on your Rotorua zipline experience
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Begin your adventure in Ōkere Falls
Your experience starts beside Okere Falls Cafe, around 20 minutes from Rotorua city. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time to check in, meet your local guide, and get fitted with your equipment.
Get ready with provided equipment
You don't need to bring specialist adventure gear. All required equipment is provided, along with wet- and cold-weather clothing. Your guide will take you through the preparation and safety instructions before you enter the course.
Fly through the native forest
Your 2-hour adventure combines four ziplines with forest paths, boardwalks, and a swing bridge. Move between platforms while taking in views of the surrounding native bush and the Kaituna River.
Soar over Tutea Falls
One of the biggest highlights is the zipline flight over Tutea Falls. Look down towards the cascading water and Kaituna River as you cross above the waterfall. Tutea Falls is the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall.
Discover Māori stories
The experience isn't only about adrenaline. Along the way, you'll learn about the area's Māori heritage and connection to the Ōkere Awa. Enjoy Māori tea and listen to local stories that add cultural context to the landscape around you.
See Ōkere from above
As you move through the course, you'll experience changing views of the native forest, river, waterfalls, and surrounding landscape. Keep an eye out for New Zealand birdlife and native vegetation as you travel through the forest.
Leave a positive footprint
Your visit contributes to the restoration of Ōkere's native environment. A native tree is planted in your name as part of a project working towards planting 100,000 native trees by the end of 2030.
Your Rotorua zipline tickets
| Ticket type | Experience | Duration | Safety briefing | Includes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Okere Falls Zipline Experience | 4 ziplines + swing bridge + Tutea Falls | 2 hours | ✔ Included | Guide, equipment, wet/cold-weather clothing, Māori tea, storytelling, phone lanyard, native tree planting | First-time zipliners, nature lovers, families, and adventure seekers |
Things to know before booking your Rotorua zipline tickets
Which ticket should I choose?
The Okere Falls Zipline Experience is the dedicated Rotorua ziplining option. Choose it if you want a focused 2-hour adventure combining four ziplines, a swing bridge, Tutea Falls, Māori storytelling, and native forest scenery.
How far in advance should I book?
Book ahead if you have a fixed Rotorua itinerary or are visiting during busy travel periods. This is particularly useful if you want a specific departure time.
How long should I allow?
The zipline experience itself takes approximately 2 hours. Add around 20 minutes of driving time each way from Rotorua city and arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start.
What are the participation requirements?
Participants must weigh 130kg (286 lbs) or less. Children under 5 years cannot participate, and the experience is not suitable for pregnant women.
What happens if it rains?
The experience operates in rain or shine, and wet- and cold-weather clothing is provided. Tours are cancelled only in extreme weather conditions.
Things to see during your Rotorua ziplining visit
Fly over Tutea Falls
Soar above the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall and look down towards the cascading water and Kaituna River below.
Ziplining vs rafting at Tutea Falls
| Ziplining | Rafting |
|---|---|
See Tutea Falls from above | Experience Tutea Falls from the river |
2-hour experience | Typically a longer adventure |
Four ziplines + swing bridge | White-water river adventure |
Native forest and aerial views | Rapids and waterfall action |
Māori stories and tea | Focused on river adventure |
Good for aerial adventure seekers | Best for water-adventure seekers |
What to do before or after ziplining in Rotorua
The 2-hour duration makes the experience easy to combine with other Rotorua activities.
Explore Rotorua's geothermal attractions
Visit the Redwoods
Head into Rotorua's famous forest for walking trails and other elevated forest experiences.
Experience Māori culture
Add a dedicated Māori cultural experience to learn more about local traditions, stories, food, and performance.
Explore the Kaituna River area
Continue exploring the waterways and landscapes around Ōkere Falls after your zipline adventure.
Visiting Rotorua ziplining for the first time?
Whether you're trying ziplining for the first time or looking for a different way to experience Rotorua's outdoors, the Okere Falls experience combines adventure with nature and culture.
- Guided experience: A professional local guide accompanies you throughout the adventure and provides the necessary safety guidance.
- No specialist gear needed: All required equipment, plus wet- and cold-weather clothing, is provided.
- Beginner-friendly format: You don't need previous ziplining experience, subject to the operator's age, weight, and participation requirements.
- More than ziplining: The experience includes a swing bridge, boardwalks, Māori tea, local storytelling, and ecological elements.
- Easy to reach: The meeting point is approximately 20 minutes from Rotorua city by car.
- Conservation included: Your experience supports native forest restoration through a tree planted in your name.
From gliding through native forest to flying above Tutea Falls, Rotorua ziplining offers a different way to experience the landscapes and stories of Ōkere.
Plan your Rotorua ziplining visit
- Experience duration: Approximately 2 hours
- Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- Best time of day: Morning sessions can be convenient if you're planning to visit other Rotorua attractions later, while afternoon sessions work well for a more relaxed itinerary.
- Best season: Ziplining operates year-round, with tours running in rain or shine subject to extreme-weather cancellations.
The Rotorua zipline experience is located in Ōkere Falls, approximately 20 minutes from Rotorua city by car.
Meeting point: Beside Okere Falls Cafe
- By car: Driving is the easiest way to reach the meeting point from Rotorua city. Allow around 20 minutes for the journey and arrive 15 minutes before your tour.
- By taxi or rideshare: You can also arrange a taxi or rideshare from Rotorua, although return arrangements should be planned in advance.
- Lockers: Store personal belongings securely during your adventure.
- Wet-weather clothing: Provided as needed for changing conditions.
- Cold-weather clothing: Available to help keep you comfortable during cooler weather.
- Phone lanyard: Carry your phone more securely during the experience.
- Equipment: All required zipline equipment is provided.
- Local guide: A professional guide accompanies the experience.
- The experience is suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities, subject to the operator's participation requirements.
- Participants must weigh 130kg (286 lbs) or less.
- Children under 5 years cannot participate.
- The experience is not suitable for pregnant women.
- Contact the operator before booking if you have specific accessibility requirements.
Māori tea is included as part of the experience, providing a chance to pause and learn about local culture during the adventure.
The meeting point is also located beside Okere Falls Cafe, making it convenient to arrange food or refreshments around your tour.
Tips & guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.
- Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily.
- Make use of the provided wet- and cold-weather clothing when needed.
- Secure loose belongings in the available lockers.
- Keep your phone attached to the provided lanyard if you bring it on the course.
- The tour operates in rain or shine, so plan for changing weather.
- Check the operator's participation requirements before booking.
Frequently asked questions about Rotorua ziplining
The Okere Falls Zipline Experience includes four ziplines, one swing bridge, a flight over Tutea Falls, a local guide, all required equipment, wet- and cold-weather clothing, Māori tea, local storytelling, a phone lanyard, and a native tree planted in your name.
You'll see Tutea Falls, the Kaituna River, native forest, and the wider Ōkere Falls landscape. You may also spot native New Zealand birdlife as you travel through the forest.
No. The experience is guided and includes the equipment and safety guidance you need. First-time zipliners can participate as long as they meet the operator's requirements.
The Okere Falls Zipline Experience lasts approximately 2 hours. Allow additional time for travelling to the meeting point and checking in.
Children must be at least 5 years old for this experience. Participants must also meet the operator's other requirements, including the maximum weight limit.
Yes. The tour operates in rain or shine. Wet- and cold-weather clothing is provided, although the experience can be cancelled in extreme weather conditions.
Yes. The experience includes Māori tea and local storytelling, with an introduction to the cultural connection between the Ōkere Awa, the surrounding environment, and the local community.
Yes. A phone lanyard is provided to help secure your phone during the experience. Lockers are also available for belongings you don't want to carry.
Yes. A flight over Tutea Falls is one of the key highlights of the Okere Falls Zipline Experience.
The experience lasts around 2 hours, so it can fit easily into a wider Rotorua itinerary. Consider scheduling it alongside geothermal attractions, Māori cultural experiences, Redwoods Forest, or activities around Lake Rotorua.
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