Underground Zipline Near Me
Analisa Wack
Any number of people will tell me that I should, and there's a little voice inside my head that agrees with them. But there's ANOTHER little voice inside my head that usually holds me back. It's the one that reminds me of my slight fear of heights--a fear I thought I conquered on a very mild roller coaster at Mall of America in Minneapolis in 2019. But maybe I didn't totally since I still have that hesitation.
Let's start with the Louisville Mega Cavern. We were there over the holidays to check out Lights Under Louisville and you couldn't help but notice all the ads for ziplining in the big cave. Plus, it's the world's only underground zipline experience.
Now, see? That abrupt stoppage is a drawback for me; gotta be honest. I have no doubt that's part of it, but that's ever so close to a dealbreaker for me. But ziplining enthusiasts probably welcome that feature. Still, doing it inside a cave might just erase any trepidation.
Since we're talking caves, we HAVE to talk about the Mammoth-sized elephant in the room. Yes, of course, the Mammoth Cave area offers ziplining, but then again, what DOESN'T the Mammoth Cave area offer? I mean you could spend a week in and around our beloved national park and always come up with something different to do.
So maybe never tried it and you're ready now. Maybe you're like me and it's just something you need to wrap your brain around and just do it. Again, it always looks like fun. And I'm certain all the locations where you can zipline in Kentucky have lines for novices--kind of like bunny slopes.
Special thanks to Andrew for being our first guest contributor and sharing some of his adventures at the zip line to Hell (Louisville Mega Cavern) in Kentucky (USA), the only fully underground zipline in the world.
Obviously every child is different but I would say for the reasons outlined above that this is really more of an activity for kids a little older than seven. Maybe more like nine or ten years of age but your mileage may vary.
Andrew is an avid photographer, with an emphasis on historic places and architecture. He is the Blissmersion IT guru, loves coffee, and running. He has 4 cats, Demi, Scully, Elphie and Vincent Price and one sweet dog, Acadia (called Cady for short). Andrew also wrote about Carriage Hill Metro Park in Ohio for Blissmersion.
Andrew is an avid photographer, with an emphasis on historic places and architecture. He is the Blissmersion IT guru, loves coffee, and running. He and his wife have 3 cats, Demi, Scully, and Vincent Price.
This cavern is definitely for the more adventurous crew! We are all familiar with the thrill of treetop ziplining, but have you ever been underground zip lining? Now is your chance! What better way to tour through this man-made cavern than by a 2.5-hour zipline tour? Louisville Mega Cavern also offers an underground ropes course, an extreme biking park, or a more relaxing 17-mile guided tram tour for those less athletically inclined. TripAdvisor rates this excursion the #1 attraction in Louisville, and we can see why.
For all Texas travelers, Natural Bridge Caverns is a spectacular underground cave near San Antonio under a 60-foot natural limestone bridge discovered by four curious college kids in 1960. On the surface, there are ziplines, a ropes course, a 5,000-square-foot outdoor maze, and gem and fossil mining. Choose from a few different cave tour options starting at $30 to explore the otherworldly inner workings of Natural Bridge Caverns and its wildlife.
Welcome to Hungry Mother Outdoor Adventures in Marion, VA. We are happy and proud to be your one-stop shop for thrilling zipline tours and relaxing river tube rentals near Kingsport, TN. Rest assured that you will find rest and peace of mind in our beautiful location here near Kingston, TN. From here, you can see stunning views of the surrounding mountains and rivers, providing the perfect backdrop for your outdoor adventure.
Do you want to soar through the trees and feel the rush of adrenaline as you zip along our zipline tours? Our zipline tours are the perfect way to experience the thrill of flying through the air while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of the area. With our experienced guides, we will lead you on a thrilling adventure, taking you through the treetops and over rushing rivers.
Do not worry about the level of experience and excitement you want to feel because we offer multiple zipline tours to choose from. It is guaranteed that you will find the perfect zipline adventure for you.
Here at Hungry Mother Outdoor Adventures, your safety is our top priority. We take every precaution seriously to ensure that our guests have a safe and enjoyable experience. Starting from the equipment we use to the training and experience of our guides. We also regularly inspect our equipment and facilities to ensure that everything is in top condition.
The Mega Quest Aerial Ropes Challenge Course is perfect for ages five years and older. It is the ONLY fully underground aerial ropes challenge course in the world with 76 different challenges that will keep children and adults on their toes. Participants must weigh less than 310 pounds and must be able to reach a height of 52 inches with their arms above their heads to transfer from element to element. Mega Quest tickets start at $39.99 per person for up to two hours.
If the mega cavern zipline is a little too extreme, sit back and enjoy being carted around on the Mega Tram. Late winter through fall, visitors can ride aboard a tram pulled by an SUV for an hour-long tour of the cavern. The historic tram tour will take you on an underground adventure rich in history, geology, mining, recycling, and green building technology. Because you ride through the cavern and never walk, it is especially convenient for parents with small children, seniors, and the physically challenged. Learn all about the history of the cavern and see a replica of the Cuban missile crisis bunker! Mega Tram tickets start at $19.99 per person for the 60-70 minute tour.
The Mega Walking Tour is a historic walking tour through the Louisville Mega Cavern. Enjoy all the spectacular sites, fascinating historical facts, and much more. The excursion takes visitors on an underground adventure that is simply HUGE in scale. The attraction accommodates 13 people per tour. The walking surface of the 1.8-mile hike consists of pavement, dirt, small rocks, and some areas of light mud. Participants will be equipped with a safety vest and flashlight. Shoes are expected to get dirty. Mega Walking Tour tickets start at $19.99 per person for the 70-minute tour.
Reservations are not required but they are highly recommended. Tickets can be purchased for specific time slots for the mega cavern zipline, ropes course, and tram and walking tours here. If you do not have a reservation, they will try to accommodate you based on availability. You must arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour time. This will give you enough time to check in for your tour and fill out the necessary paperwork. Louisville Mega Cavern operates on Eastern Time Zone so keep that in mind if you are coming from a different time zone!
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Descend over creeks, fields, and woods with a view of the valley at Squire Boone Caverns Zipline Adventures! There are two zipline adventure options; The Canopy Course and The Long Tour Course. The former possesses six canopy ziplines and a swinging suspension bridge while the latter has eight zip lines and two bridges. After your flying experience, an underground tour of the caves at Squire Boone is a must.
This one is a bit different than the other Indiana ziplines! The unique Soaring Eagle Zipline Ride at Pioneer Park straps up to two people in a molded plastic seat and lets you zip both ways! Unfortunately, the zipline will not open for the 2020 season. But, start making your flight plans for 2021!
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