Launch from the Skyline Gondola Treehouse and zip through treetops with Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables as your backdrop. This two-hour Ziptrek tour combines steep, technical lines and an environmental focus—perfect for thrill-seekers who want context as well as speed.
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The first pulley clicks into place and the world drops away—not in a fall, but in a clean, fast slide. From the Ziptrek Treehouse at the Skyline Gondola summit, you launch into a series of zips that thread through Douglas fir and larch, each line peeling you out over the slope toward Lake Wakatipu. The lake sits below like a slow-moving river, its surface daring you to look away; the Remarkables loom to the east, their ridged faces still dusted with snow outside of high summer. Guides move calmly beside you, clipping and unclipping, turning a high-adrenaline moment into something precise and manageable.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Average fitness—comfortable walking on uneven platforms and managing short stair sections; no advanced conditioning required
Wildlife
History
The Wakatipu basin was shaped by Pleistocene glaciers and carries rich Māori history as a seasonal resource area; modern adventure tourism sits atop those deep physical and cultural layers.
Conservation
Ziptrek promotes low-impact construction and small-group tours; stay on designated platforms and follow guide instructions to minimize disturbance to native vegetation.
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Complete the waiver online
You must fill out the participant consent form before arrival; guides will not allow you to join without it.
Book extra time for the gondola
Gondola tickets aren’t included—allow 40–60 minutes from the base terminal, or more during peak season.
Respect weight and age limits
Maximum weight 125 kg (275 lbs); Kea tour minimum 30 kg (66 lbs); youths under 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Dress in layers and wear closed-toe shoes
Temperatures at the Treehouse are cooler and windier than town; closed-toe shoes are mandatory.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
You’ll be on platforms and occasionally scrambling; secure shoes keep you safe and stable.
Light insulated/windproof jacket
Wind at elevation can be sharp year-round—bring a layer you can zip on and off.
Warm gloves
Helpful in colder months for comfort while waiting on platforms and during exposed zips.
winter
Sunscreen and sun hat
Reflective lake surfaces and high-altitude UV make sun protection important on clear days.
summer