{"id":9406,"date":"2019-02-18T13:33:23","date_gmt":"2019-02-18T20:33:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/?p=9406"},"modified":"2019-02-14T09:40:06","modified_gmt":"2019-02-14T16:40:06","slug":"zipline-tanzania-safari","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/2019\/02\/18\/zipline-tanzania-safari\/","title":{"rendered":"Add A Zipline to Your Tanzania Safari!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1180\" height=\"539\" data-attachment-id=\"9463\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/2019\/02\/18\/zipline-tanzania-safari\/tanzania-zipline\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?fit=1180%2C539&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1180,539\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"tanzania-zipline\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?fit=640%2C293&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?fit=640%2C293\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?w=1180&amp;ssl=1 1180w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?resize=300%2C137&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?resize=768%2C351&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/adventureswithinreach.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/tanzania-zipline.jpg?resize=1024%2C468&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tanzania&#8217;s first and only zipline  adventure park is in Mto wa Mbu village, on the Northern safari  circuit. This family friendly activity provides a few hours of fresh  air, nature, walking, scenic views, and and an exciting ride on the zip cable! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes about 3 hours and the cost is US$ 55+VAT per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The  zipline course has 4\u00a0exciting zips, an adventure bridge, and 6 unique  eco-platforms. The tour starts at the Tanzip office in Mto wa Mbu where  you will provided with a tour briefing, as well as your harness,  lanyards, carabiners and zip trolley. An open air ride will take you through Maasai land to the adventure  park! A scenic walk leads you to the starting point. After a safety  orientation, you hit the zips!\u00a0 Your tour will be completed when you are  delivered back to the office where you can view photos of your  tour, and relax with a beverage in the local cafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/adventureswithinreach.com\/?s=Tanzania&amp;cat=Safari\"><strong>Add to any Tanzania Safari >><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> <strong>How should I prepare for the Tanzip zipline experience?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You must wear closed toed  shoes, and long hair\u00a0must be tied securely or worn under a bandana.  Short shorts and skirts are not permitted\u00a0(knee length shorts are  allowed).<\/li><li>Hats are not allowed<\/li><li>Gum, candy, smoking, and alcohol are not permitted during the tour.<\/li><li>Remove items from your pockets. They are likely to fall out due to the  way you sit in the\u00a0harness. Items can be left securely at the Tanzip  office.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RJOu5pwLK1Y?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What happens in bad weather?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Zipline continues to operate in light rains, however extreme  rain, high winds, and\u00a0lightening in the area would result in the lines  closing until the weather clears. Guests may\u00a0be asked to wait or will be  offered a \u201crain check\u201d to come back another day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are there age\/ weight\/ health restrictions?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Participants must be at least 7 years old<\/li><li>Participants must weigh at least 23 kg\/ 50 lbs<\/li><li>Maximum weight is 130 kg\/ 285 lbs<\/li><li>Participants must be able to walk a short distance on uneven terrain and climb a ladder<\/li><li>It is not recommend to participate while pregnant due the fitting of the harness across the\u00a0abdomen<\/li><li>If you have health concerns, consult your physician (for example heart disease, vertigo,\u00a0fear of heights, seizures)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do I tip my guides?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is customary to tip guides in Tanzania. Our guides work extra hard  to make your tour\u00a0fun, safe, and memorable; they also act as your  personal photographer. \u00a0As usual tipping\u00a0depends on your satisfaction  with your guide!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I bring my camera?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cameras are welcome; however, you are solely responsible for its  transport and condition.\u00a0We cannot be responsible for any valuables  dropped or damaged from the tour. If you\u00a0have a mechanism to secure your  camera to yourself while zipping, such as a lanyard or\u00a0zipped pocket  then yes. Your guide will also be taking high quality photos of your  group,\u00a0which will be available for purchase at the completion of your  tour.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is it safe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Tanzip Zipline Adventure course is built and operated according to ACCT (Association for\u00a0Challenge Course Technology) standards and is compliant with the TSSA (Technical\u00a0Standards and Safety Authority) code of conduct established in Ontario, Canada.<\/li><li>Ziplines and equipment are inspected daily.<\/li><li>Adventure sports activities have inherent risk. All participants are provided with a safety\u00a0orientation prior to going on the course, and safety remains the top priority throughout the\u00a0activity.<\/li><li>All participants must sign a waiver acknowledging risk and that they participate at their\u00a0own risk<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tanzania&#8217;s first and only zipline adventure park is in Mto wa Mbu village, on the Northern safari circuit. 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