‘World's longest zip line’ launched just outside Cape Town
The K3 South Africa Forest Adventures has officially opened the world’s longest zip line, stretching an impressive 3.2 kilometres. The zipline is located just an hour outside Cape Town in Caledon.
Riders get to speeds of up to 120 km/h, providing an exciting slide from the mountain's top to a 500-metre drop down.
This is K3's seventh zip line, and the company has been awarded several international awards for its adventures outdoors.
Visitors may start their adventure at Base Camp, where trained guides help with check-ins and give important precautionary information.
Before beginning the 50-minute hike up the mountain, guests may refresh themselves at the on-site coffee shop.
Participants can ride on a custom-built Big Red trailer, that can fit 20 people, or one of K3's smaller 4x4 cars, both of which provide beautiful views of the Overberg area.
Riders will next climb onto 'The Nest,' a departure platform meant to fit in with the natural surroundings. Riders are tied in and sent flying down the cable for an unforgettable adventure.
K3 SA Forest Adventures suggests making reservations in advance, although walk-ins are accepted if space is available. Participants must weigh between 60 and 120 kg and cannot be pregnant or have cardiac issues.
Weather conditions can have an influence on zip line operations, although vouchers are provided in the event of disruptions due to storm or winds.
For those not participating, Base Camp offers a seating area and a small conference room
“I’m delighted that we’re going to have yet another world-class facility.This will be an overall boost for the economy, it will create jobs and there will be visitors who will stop at restaurants and use accommodation in the greater Overberg,” said Finance and Economic Opportunities MEC, David Maynier.
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