Our Zipline (what is a zipline?) is located at the Takhini Hot Springs near Whitehorse, providing
adventure-seeking travellers with exhilarating experiences and stunning views of the
Whitehorse Valley year round. We cater to individuals, families, groups and special occasions. All
equipment, as well as thoughtful instruction and lots of encouragement is provided.
For those looking for a day adventure into the Yukon backcountry, our friendly and well
trained guides can provide you with a unique perspective of the area's spectacular cliffs and
canyons.
The 'Zipline' is a steel cable stretching from the top deck of the tower, across the pond
and landing on the far side. Participants slide down the 1,000' cable on a pulley, skimming
across the hot springs pond and reaching speeds of 50-60kph. The safety systems are similar
to the climbing wall ~ safety lines, harness and helmet.
Click here for information about our climbing lessons - at Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels.
Please call or email for current rates.
Click here to see our booking calendar
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How a zipline works: A zipline is an angled cable which people use to slide down
on a pulley. Participants start with a safety briefing and gear up with harness, helmet and
pulley. They then climb or are pulled up the climbing tower to a 14' x 14' deck with an
awesome view of the Takhini and Ibex valleys.
From this deck a cable stretches 250m and drops 20m from the top of the climbing tower,
through trees, across the pond and lands on the far shore. Once attached to the cable and
systems are checked zippers are clear to walk or run off the deck and slide down the zipline
cable attaining speeds of 50-70 km/h. Zippers slow down at the end by a 'gravity break' (cable
rises at end). Wet or dry landings are both possible.