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Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay in Nelson
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Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay in Nelson

by Cable Bay Adventure Park

1 hour
Nelson
NZ$103.50NZ$115 on ViatorSave 10%/person
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
NZ$207NZ$230Save 10%
2 adults × NZ$103.50
All taxes and fees included

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Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.

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Overview

The Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay in Nelson begins at the base area, where participants board a mini-bus for a ride through native forest to the Skywire launch platform. During the journey, guides provide information about the forest, points of interest, and the surrounding area. The Skywire ride carries up to four people at once and reaches speeds of up to 100 km/h. Riders travel forward and backward, covering 800 metres of gravity-assisted freewheeling in each direction, combined with 700 metres of a scenic glide each way. The total ride time is nearly 12 minutes, with the entire experience lasting about 75 minutes, returning participants to the starting point. Included are free unlimited parking during opening hours and air conditioning in the vehicle. Food, drinks, and lunch are not provided. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Spectators may travel to the launch platform for an additional cost.

Highlights

Mini-bus ride through native forest to launch platform
Skywire reaches speeds up to 100 km/h
Rides up to four people at once
800 metres of freewheeling each direction
700 metres of scenic journey each way
Total experience lasts about 75 minutes

What's included

Free unlimited parking during opening hours
Air conditioning in the vehicle

What's not included

Food and drinks
Lunch

Meeting point

We are 14km north of the Nelson CBD, drive north towards Picton for 12km then turn left onto Cable Bay road. Drive for 2km and you will find the Cable Bay Adventure Park on the right hand side - look for the flags and signs.

End point

We are 14km north of the Nelson CBD, drive north towards Picton for 12km then turn left onto Cable Bay road. Drive for 2km and you will find the Cable Bay Adventure Park on the right hand side - look for the flags and signs.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Spectators may travel to the launch platform for an additional fee
Total
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