NELSON AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
High, Wild and Nearly a Mile: Kokanee Mountain’s Six‑Line Zip Above Kootenay
A 2–2.5 hour, family‑friendly zipline tour out of Nelson that runs six lines—including a 2,400‑ft highlight—guided by professionally trained staff through forest, canyon and lake views.
High, Wild and Nearly a Mile: Kokanee Mountain’s Six‑Line Zip Above Kootenay.
Perched above treetops and a canyon rim near Nelson, the Kokanee Mountain Zipline Tour stitches six ziplines into a compact, adrenaline‑charged circuit. Guides handle transport to the launch platform, harnessing and safety so you can focus on the sensation of flight and the sweeping vistas of surrounding mountain ranges, Kootenay Lake and Kokanee Creek Provincial Park.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Six Lines, Nearly a Mile of Flight
The tour strings together six exhilarating ziplines, with the longest single run stretching 2,400 feet (about 732 m), giving riders nearly a mile of total zipline experience across the course.
Canyons, Forest Canopy and Lake Vistas
Sandwiched between provincial parks, the route offers sustained views of forested slopes, the canyon below and distant Kootenay Lake and surrounding mountain ranges—an aerial vantage point that’s as scenic as it is thrilling.
Guides, Gear and Safety
Professional, experienced guides provide all safety harnesses and helmets, manage transport to the launch platform, and run the course so participants can focus on the ride and the views.
What the day feels like
What the Tour Feels Like
From the moment you’re fitted into a harness, the outing moves with efficient rhythm: a short ascent to the launch platform, a succession of six ziplines that alternate between treetop glides and long, exposed runs, and a final return to the landing area—about 2 to 2.5 hours from harness to walking back to your vehicle.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for a 2 to 2.5 hour window from harnessing to return; tours are family friendly and typically fill up—reserve in advance.
Wear closed‑toed shoes, weather‑appropriate clothing and tie back long hair; bring a smile. No backpacks, fanny packs or loose water bottles are allowed on the course; water is provided on the course and bottled water is sold on site.
All necessary ziplining gear—helmets and safety harnesses—is provided by the operator; professional guides handle all technical aspects of the tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Kokanee Mountain Zipline Tour take?
A typical tour takes about 2 to 2.5 hours from harness up to walking back to your vehicle.
Are there age limits for participants?
There is no specific age minimum, but participants under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to ziplining; if the guardian isn’t participating they must bring the completed waiver when arriving on site.
Are there weight restrictions?
Yes. All participants must weigh between 50 and 265 pounds; this limit is strictly enforced and everyone is weighed with clothes, jacket and shoes on before the tour.
What should I wear or bring?
Closed‑toed shoes and weather‑appropriate clothing are required; tie back long hair. No backpacks, fanny packs or loose water bottles are allowed on the course—water is provided on the course and bottled water can be purchased.
Is safety equipment provided?
Yes. All safety harnesses and helmets are provided and the tours are run by professionally trained and experienced guides.
How many ziplines are on the tour and how long is the longest line?
The tour includes six ziplines in total, with the longest single line measuring 2,400 feet (approximately 732 meters).