WHISTLER ZIPLINE FIELD GUIDE
Winter Flight Between Rainbow and Cougar: Superfly Ziplines Above Whistler’s Backcountry
A high‑speed winter zipline experience between Rainbow and Cougar mountains—this guide explains what to expect, how the route flows, and the included Day Ticket activities.
Winter Flight Between Rainbow and Cougar: Superfly Ziplines Above Whistler’s Backcountry.
Superfly Ziplines Winter Adventure sends riders into Whistler’s winter backcountry, climbing by 4x4 to launch points and linking four tandem ziplines that span the ridgeline between Rainbow and Cougar mountains. The operator markets the tour as an exhilarating alpine flight with multiple long, high lines that deliver both speed and panoramic mountain views.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Four Tandem Ziplines Across Two Mountains
The core of the adventure is four tandem ziplines running between Rainbow and Cougar mountains. The tour features multiple long, high lines—together covering more than 3 km of flight—with heights that exceed 200 m and top speeds cited in the operator overview.
Distinct Line Experiences — Highest, Longest, Fastest, Nicest
Each of the four ziplines has its own character: Z1 is described as the highest, Z2 the longest, Godzilla the fastest, and Base Jumper the most scenic or mellow of the four runs.
Day Ticket Activities Round Out a Full Winter Day
The zipline experience includes Day Ticket activities; guests can arrive early or stay after to explore a Flora & Fauna trail, try slacklining and axe throwing, play wiffle golf, and more—making the outing a fuller day of backcountry recreation.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
You start at a basecamp, ride a short 4x4 transfer into the backcountry, then clip in for a sequence of four tandem ziplines that send you over the forested slopes between Rainbow and Cougar. The progression from launch to launch alternates between high, exposed flights and forested glide lines, delivering both pulse‑raising speed and moments to drink in alpine vistas.
THE ROUTE
Four Tandem Ziplines Across Two Mountains
The core of the adventure is four tandem ziplines running between Rainbow and Cougar mountains. The tour features multiple long, high lines—together covering more than 3 km of flight—with heights that exceed 200 m and top speeds cited in the operator overview.
THE PILOT RUNS
Distinct Line Experiences — Highest, Longest, Fastest, Nicest
Each of the four ziplines has its own character: Z1 is described as the highest, Z2 the longest, Godzilla the fastest, and Base Jumper the most scenic or mellow of the four runs.
BEYOND THE LINES
Day Ticket Activities Round Out a Full Winter Day
The zipline experience includes Day Ticket activities; guests can arrive early or stay after to explore a Flora & Fauna trail, try slacklining and axe throwing, play wiffle golf, and more—making the outing a fuller day of backcountry recreation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Scheduled tour duration is listed as 2.5 hours; allow extra time if you plan to arrive early or stay after to use the included Day Ticket activities.
All tours depart from the Cougar Mountain Basecamp where check‑in and gearing up take place; transfers into the backcountry use 4x4 vehicles as part of the itinerary.
Dress for winter backcountry conditions and active outdoor movement; the operator provides technical zipline equipment and tandem rigging.
Day Ticket activities—such as the Flora & Fauna trail, slacklining, axe throwing, and wiffle golf—are included with the zipline experience, letting you extend the outing on site.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Superfly Ziplines Winter Adventure?
The scheduled tour duration is listed as 2.5 hours.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Tours meet at the Cougar Mountain Basecamp for check‑in and gearing up.
How many ziplines and how much flight time are included?
The experience includes four tandem ziplines covering more than 3 km of flight in total, with multiple high and long lines between Rainbow and Cougar mountains.
What speeds and heights can I expect?
Operator materials describe lines exceeding 200 m in height and top speeds cited in the overview; specific speeds and heights vary by line.
Are there additional activities on site?
Yes—Day Ticket activities are included with the zipline experience and include a Flora & Fauna trail, slacklining, axe throwing, and wiffle golf.
How do I get into the launch area?
Guests are taken into the launch zones by a scenic 4x4 transfer as part of the itinerary.