Gold Coast Zip Line and Treetop Challenges for the Family
From zipping straight over a crocodile enclosure to soaring 70 metres above ancient rainforest, the Gold Coast's treetop courses give older kids and teens a genuine adventure day out. Here's where to take the family once everyone's tall enough for the harness.
Currumbin TreeTop Challenge
The Currumbin TreeTop Challenge runs 7 courses and 14 ziplines through the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary rainforest, including one that soars directly over the crocodile enclosure. The first 2 green courses are built for the whole family to enjoy together, with child tickets for ages 8 to 14 and a minimum reach of 160cm, while the black courses are reserved for ages 14 and up.
Gold Coast Hinterland Treetop Challenge, Tamborine Mountain
The Gold Coast Hinterland Treetop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain packs over 120 obstacles and 13 ziplines across 8 courses of varying difficulty, with around 3 hours of climbing time. Minimum age is 8 with a required reach of 160cm, a maximum weight of 120kg, and under 14s recommended to be supervised by an adult throughout.
Gold Coast Hinterland Zip Line Tour with 4WD Experience
The Canyon Flyer Zip Line Tour is a fully guided ride with no technical climbing elements, just 8 huge ziplines spanning 1.5km over the Tamborine Mountain rainforest and Great Dividing Range. Child tickets apply for ages 8 to 14, with a weight range of 40kg to 120kg for all participants.
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum age for Gold Coast zip lining?
Most courses set the minimum age at 8, with a required reach of 160cm to enter and 180cm for the advanced black courses.
Which option is easiest for a first time family zip line?
The Canyon Flyer is fully guided with no technical climbing, just ziplines, making it a simpler option than the self paced treetop ropes courses.
Can kids see crocodiles on the Currumbin TreeTop Challenge?
Yes, one of the ziplines travels directly over the crocodile enclosure at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, a highlight for most kids on the course.
Do younger kids need to be supervised on the treetop courses?
Yes, it's recommended that children under 14 are supervised by an adult throughout both the Currumbin and Tamborine Mountain treetop courses.
Is there a weight limit for the Gold Coast zip line courses?
Yes, the Tamborine Mountain courses have a maximum weight of 120kg, with the Canyon Flyer requiring participants to weigh between 40kg and 120kg.
Local tip: book the first session of the day during cooler months, the rainforest canopy keeps things shaded but mornings are still the most comfortable time to climb.
Sort your family's Gold Coast zip line adventure above, crocodile views at Currumbin, a full obstacle course at Tamborine Mountain, or a guided high speed zip line with the Canyon Flyer. All good days are waiting.