Some Pointers for Jamaica Zip line Tours

Zip line tours are no unfamiliar adventure to anyone. In fact, it has been one of the most popular modalities of canopy trips engaged in by people from all walks of life—in different forms and sizes. However, as more and more of people’s interests are being caught by such a ‘trip’, it is best that we do not just benefit for fun, but for learning as well.

In Jamaica, there are lots of activities offered whether you prefer trekking the rainforest by land or travelling through the canopies. As much as there are a huge number of zip line tours around, so there are a lot of things you need to know about riding a zip line in Jamaica.

With regards to zip lining, there are two important places in Jamaica: Montego Bay and Ocho Rios Region. On the North western coast of the island is a resort town named Montego Bay. It is popular by welcoming many cruise ships each week. In just half an hour you will reach the longest zip line in the Caribbean located in the small community of Lethe. Including the 1,600-foot Big Timba, you will enjoy the Zip line Adventure Tours that operates five lines. Their professional guides transport guest from one line to the next via jungle rope bridges. To finish the tour, guest ride in Pinzgauers, a military troop transport vehicles, for an off-road eco tour. The tour company requires weighing between 60 to 265lbs. and under 6 feet, 5 inches in height. They also require that children be at least 10 years of age. The Original Canopy Tour also runs a zip line near Montego Bay. It requires people weighing 265lbs. or less, and it includes a 1,000 foot run.

On the North central coast of the island that serves as the second port of call for many cruise lines sailing through the Caribbean named Ocho Rios. The Original Canopy Tour operates 9 zip lines, where guests soar above both the trees and the river of the Cranbrook Flowering Tree Sanctuary. It requires children to be at least 10 years old, and all the guests must weigh less than 265lbs. but must also be able to wear the restraints. The tour takes approximately two hours.

Safety Reminders: Always remember that safety first. When traveling on the zip line you need to secure your protection first. Zip line tour is not applicable for pregnant women or for person suffering from heart conditions or severe back pain. Always consider to wear closed-toe shoes with secure backs to keep your feet protected during the tour, and hiking shoes since most of the tour include a walk through the jungle. Wearing jewelries are also excluded during the tour because it can get tangled in the harness.   

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