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Launch from a 300 m-high platform, hurtle across native canopy at speeds up to 100 km/h, and return—this nearly 12-minute Skywire experience blends a scenic 4 km mini-bus ride with two long gravity-assisted zip runs. Weather-dependent and family-friendly, it’s one of Cable Bay’s signature thrills.
Launch from a 300 m-high platform, hurtle across native canopy at speeds up to 100 km/h, and return—this nearly 12-minute Skywire experience blends a scenic 4 km mini-bus ride with two long gravity-assisted zip runs. Weather-dependent and family-friendly, it’s one of Cable Bay’s signature thrills.
A gust of Tasman Sea air meets the forest as the mini-bus climbs: Cable Bay’s Skywire throws you out over a slope of native canopy, harnessed into a racing-car style seat that faces the horizon. For nearly 12 minutes the line pulls you forward and then back, a gravity‑led arc that reaches speeds up to 100 km/h and gives a straight-line view across the inlet as the trees blur beneath.
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Operated by Cable Bay Adventure Park · Nelson, Nelson
A gust of Tasman Sea air meets the forest as the mini-bus climbs: Cable Bay’s Skywire throws you out over a slope of native canopy, harnessed into a racing-car style seat that faces the horizon. For nearly 12 minutes the line pulls you forward and then back, a gravity‑led arc that reaches speeds up to 100 km/h and gives a straight-line view across the inlet as the trees blur beneath.
Cable Bay’s coastline carries practical history—the name recalls early undersea cable work and the shoreline’s role in regional communications—while the ridgelines you fly above are carved from ancient marine sediments and volcanic deposits. The launch sits about 300 metres above the Base cafe; the experience pairs a 4 km, narrated mini-bus ride through regenerating native forest with 800 m of gravity-assisted freewheeling in each direction and another 700 m of scenic cable in each direction for the round trip.
Local culture is casual and outdoor-first: guides mix safety briefing with natural history, and the Base Cafe is a common meeting point for families and photographers. The operation is weather-dependent—high winds or heavy rain pause runs—and is suitable for participants 1.2 m and taller. Expect harness briefings, tight five-point restraints, and clear instructions for forward and reverse runs.
Practical advice: arrive 10–20 minutes early to check in and secure loose items, wear sturdy footwear and a windproof layer, and book ahead in summer. If you’re after a high-adrenaline view of Tasman Bay without a long hike, the Skywire is an efficient, safe, and scenic way to feel the landscape moving under you.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
No special fitness required beyond the ability to sit upright and transfer into a harness; suitable for most active families.
Allow 1–1.5 hours total from Base check-in; the cable ride itself is about 12 minutes for the return circuit.
Participants must be at least 1.2 metres tall; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and family rates are available.
Operations are weather-dependent—heavy rain or high winds can cause cancellations; full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours prior.
The site and transport options are wheelchair accessible; advise the operator of special requirements when booking so staff can assist.
Cable Bay’s name reflects its role in early undersea and shore cable routes; the ridge and shoreline have long been used for communication and local transport.
The park emphasizes native forest regeneration—stick to marked paths, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and take any rubbish home to support local restoration efforts.
Cable Bay Adventure Park operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A gust of Tasman Sea air meets the forest as the mini-bus climbs: Cable Bay’s Skywire throws you out over a slope of native canopy, harnessed into a racing-car style seat that faces the horizon. For nearly 12 minutes the line pulls you forward and then back, a gravity‑led arc that reaches speeds up to 100 km/h and gives a straight-line view across the inlet as the trees blur beneath.
A gust of Tasman Sea air meets the forest as the mini-bus climbs: Cable Bay’s Skywire throws you out over a slope of native canopy, harnessed into a racing-car style seat that faces the horizon. For nearly 12 minutes the line pulls you forward and then back, a gravity‑led arc that reaches speeds up to 100 km/h and gives a straight-line view across the inlet as the trees blur beneath.
Cable Bay’s coastline carries practical history—the name recalls early undersea cable work and the shoreline’s role in regional communications—while the ridgelines you fly above are carved from ancient marine sediments and volcanic deposits. The launch sits about 300 metres above the Base cafe; the experience pairs a 4 km, narrated mini-bus ride through regenerating native forest with 800 m of gravity-assisted freewheeling in each direction and another 700 m of scenic cable in each direction for the round trip.
Local culture is casual and outdoor-first: guides mix safety briefing with natural history, and the Base Cafe is a common meeting point for families and photographers. The operation is weather-dependent—high winds or heavy rain pause runs—and is suitable for participants 1.2 m and taller. Expect harness briefings, tight five-point restraints, and clear instructions for forward and reverse runs.
Practical advice: arrive 10–20 minutes early to check in and secure loose items, wear sturdy footwear and a windproof layer, and book ahead in summer. If you’re after a high-adrenaline view of Tasman Bay without a long hike, the Skywire is an efficient, safe, and scenic way to feel the landscape moving under you.