Experience the longest zipline in Canada and the United States in Whistler, British Columbia. This is the ultimate zipline adventure, spanning a mind-blowing distance of more than 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) down Backcomb Mountain. Experience spectacular views over forests, lakes, peaks, rivers — even a glacier. It's more than 7,000 feet of pure exhilaration. The use of a helmet and harness is included. This guided adventure is available from July to October (Canadian Thanksgiving).
Welcome to the longest zipline in Canada and the United States. This thrilling adventure begins at Upper Blackcomb Village at the Ziptrek kiosk/tent.
Taking on the Sasquatch starts by checking in and then meeting the guide in the Upper Village. All guests have the option of a free GoPro for the duration of their tour, which is provided when checking in. If interested in purchasing the SD card, it can be arranged following the tour. The group will then take a short van ride (September to October) or the Wizard Chair Lift up Blackcomb Mountain to the set-up area. Guests will harness here and have a quick safety chat before being transported approximately five minutes to the Sasquatch zipline.
Guides will be waiting at each line ready to attach guests onto one of two side-by-side ziplines. The guides will explain everything, including taking a few steps down the stairs to wait. Acceleration happens very quickly, so just hold on (or let go) and enjoy the rush. Approximately two thirds of the way across, there will be a decrease in speed. This is the chance to really take in the amazing views of the mountains, village, lakes, rivers, forest, and glacier. Enjoy the remaining time on the zipline since it will be rolling into the slow-braking mechanism shortly, where more guides are waiting to disconnect passengers. The zip will take approximately 60 to 90 seconds.
Don't worry if the legs are feeling a little wobbly. That's normal. It's just the amazing adrenaline rush. From the viewing platform, watch as friends come across next. Once everyone from the group has zipped, there will be a short trail hike to download on the Whistler Village Gondola to Whistler Village, deharness and onto your next Whistler adventure.
GoPro footage can be purchased once in Whistler Village.