Tandem zipping offered

Queenstown's newest adventure activity aims to attract more families with the launch of a tandem zipping experience yesterday.

Ziptrek Ecotours, the all-weather, all-abilities, year-round flying fox eco-adventure is located in the forest at the top of the Skyline Gondola.

It will now offer tandem tours for children aged 7 and older, with no minimum weight limit.

Managing director Trent Yeo said tandem zippers were fitted with a Ziptrek custom-designed climbing harness and attached to their guide.

"The team is delighted to get the tandem tour off the ground.

"It's perfect for families with younger children or kids who might be a bit nervous about going by themselves. It makes them feel super safe. They can just let go and have fun," he said.

The tandem element extended the age and size range of those who could take part, Mr Yeo said.

Ziptrek Ecotours takes guests on a guided two-hour flying fox journey through the forest high above Queenstown.

Guests step off a series of aerial launch platforms to zip down four separate cables from tree to tree.

Each ride is controlled by a guide and a patented braking system but zippers can enhance the thrill factor by zipping in different styles such as cannonball, upside down and Spiderman.

Between the four different flying fox lines, Ziptrek guides deliver an interpretive commentary with an ecological focus.