Excursion Scenic mountain ascent & world's largest ziprider tour at Icy Strait Point

How does riding the world's largest ZipRider feel? Well, there is only one way to find out during your visit to the award-winning Icy Strait Point. Higher than the Empire State Building and towering at 1,330 feet (405 m) above sea level, our ZipRider boasts speeds of up to 60 mph and a 25% grade. Can you feel the adrenaline rush yet? At 5,495 feet (1,675m) long and 6 cables side by side, this is truly an experience of a lifetime.

Your fun starts with a mesmerizing ascent on the Sky Peak Gondola. You will find the views of Icy Strait, your ship, and maybe even a glimpse of the Glacier Bay National Park, breathtaking. A short gondola ride takes you to the top of the mountain and offer a short walk around to the launch platform. followed by an outfitting into your safety harness and brief safety instructions before the countdown begins. The gate opens, and you are accelerating, flying over the largest temperate rain forest in the world. The wind is whistling in your ears as you reach top speed during your descent - up to 60 miles per hour!

Back at sea level, a series of breaks will safely decelerate your ride at the Drop Zone in the heart of Icy Strait Point.

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Please note: Participants in this tour must be physically fit enough to negotiate the ZipRider, including somewhat abrupt landings on the platforms. Guests must be able to lift their feet and hold tightly onto the zipline harness, therefore all photographic devices must have a lanyard or headgear in order to leave both hands free. The tour also involves walking 800 yards, mostly down a steep gravel trail from the mountaintop to the launch area. It is not suitable for expectant mothers, guests with back and/or neck problems, or those with fear of heights. To use the harness safely and comfortably guests must be between 4'4" and 6'8" (1.32 - 2.03 meters) in height and between 75 and 275 lbs (34 - 125 kilograms) in weight. Children may participate on condition that they fit within these height and weight limits. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Participants are advised to dress in layers and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Shoes must be closed-toe and should be comfortable. No guarantee can be made that guests will be able to descend the ZipRider in groups of their choosing. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please note that sometimes the Mountain Top Gondola may not be in operation. In such cases, the Ziprider will use traditional bus transportation to the Mountain Top. This will add 45 minutes to the tour duration.