Nui Kauai Zipline Adventure — Kauai’s Longest Zipline at Kipu Ranch
Fly across Kipu Ranch and under the jagged Haʻupu ridgeline on Kauai’s longest zipline course. This guided tour combines six ziplines—including a 4,000-foot Superman fly—with open-air truck access and scenic views over working cattle lands.
The Experience
Before You Go
Check weight and age limits
This tour has strict limits: riders must be over 7 years old, at least 4 ft tall, over 60 lbs, and under 275 lbs—confirm before booking.
Footwear matters
Wear closed-toe shoes or sport sandals with tread; platforms and approach trails are often muddy and steep.
Bring a light windbreaker
Weather on the south shore can change quickly—bring a lightweight rain/wind jacket to stay comfortable between zips.
Secure cameras and phones
Use a wrist strap or chest-mounted camera approved by staff; loose items are not allowed on longer lines for safety.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Stop at a lowland viewpoint on the ranch road for framed views of Haʻupu not visible from the resort strip
- •Ask guides about discrete filming sites on the property—many small clearings were used in island films
Wildlife
- •nēnē (Hawaiian goose)
- •feral chickens and ranch cattle
Conservation Note
Tours aim to minimize impact by keeping guests on designated staging areas, prohibiting unauthorized drone use, and encouraging protection of native plant patches and birds.
Kipu Ranch has functioned as a working cattle property for over a century and sits below the Haʻupu Range, which formed through volcanic activity and decades of tropical erosion.
What to Bring
Closed-toe shoes with treadEssential
Essential for slippery platform approaches and ranch trails.
Light windbreaker or rain jacketEssential
Protects against sudden tropical showers and wind on exposed lines.
Sunscreen and hatEssential
Sun exposure is strong between rides and on truck transfers.
Small action camera or phone leash
Capture your run safely if using an approved mount or strap.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and how much of it is zipline time?
The full experience runs about 3–4 hours from check-in; zipline segments add up to nearly two miles across six ziplines, with the single longest line around 4,000 feet.
Are children allowed and is there a weight limit?
Yes—participants must be over 7 years old, at least 4 ft tall, weigh at least 60 lbs, and not exceed 275 lbs; minors require an accompanying adult.
What happens in bad weather?
Tours may be canceled or rescheduled for heavy rain, high winds, or unsafe conditions; the operator offers refunds if canceled at least 24 hours before departure per policy.
Is prior zipline experience required?
No—guides provide a safety briefing and practice lines; a moderate fitness level helps but technical skills are not required.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
3–4 hours
Location
Lihue, Hawaii
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Moderate: able to walk short uneven trails and climb stairs to platforms repeatedly
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