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Gravity Canyon

Mokai Rd, Taihape 4742, New Zealand
06 388 9109
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Taihape
5.0 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: Visitors can experience the most extreme flying fox (Zip Line) in New Zealand. Imagine being launched from a canyon ledge 175m above the Rangitikei...... more » Owner description: Visitors can experience the most extreme flying fox (Zip Line) in New Zealand. Imagine being launched from a canyon ledge 175m above the Rangitikei River before racing down a 1km long zip line at speeds of up to 160kph! This amazing adventure activity quite literally takes your breath away! « less
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England
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012 NEW

great place i done they swing when they suspend you from the side of the bridge just before they let you go WOW massive rush of fear and adrenaline of which i have never felt before, they are very very safe and professianal and pleasant just the sort of people you would want to throw you off a bridge :-)... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

I have to say I was very scared of doing a bungy but once I saw the sign saying "if you can't jump, push yourself" I decided to do a bungy, flying fox and swing. The staff were great and put you at ease and the music they have playing up top also helps you get charged. I opted for... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

It was exhilerating just watching the bungy but I did give the flying fox a try. The wind whistling by was a bit of a shock as I didnt expect that! More

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Maleny
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

We arrived late - and didn't get to see any daring persons on the flying thing but could imagine it as the gorge is gorgeous, narrow, deep and cold. More

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Maleny
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

We arrived late - and didn't get to see any daring persons on the flying thing but could imagine it as the gorge is gorgeous, narrow, deep and cold. More

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Foxton, New Zealand
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

Very qual'd staff with a wicked sense of humour. If you want to get freaked out, come here! Orsum even just for the views & watching the others get their pants filled. More

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Smithton, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

Greg Fraser, Smithton, Tasmania, Aust. We arrived at this attraction later than the normal closing time and the staff having been pre warned we were enroute waited for us, we only experienced the flying fox ride, what a thrill !!!! but if the attention and friendliness shown us by the staff is any indication the bungie and swing would also... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

I somehow got convinced to ride the flying fox that travels through the canyon at 160klm whilst lying down in a sling and harness. That part was fantastic and if once I had done that I could have just hopped off the ride I would have been happy. What they don't tell you in the brochure is that you have... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

This is a great attraction to even just watch. Beautiful part of the North Island and the drive to in and out from SH1 is great too. Obviously you pay to participate but its free to look and the cafe is OK too. More

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Kalgoorlie, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

The staff are awesome. Very professional but also relaxed and funny putting you at ease. I have done all three attractions (swing, flying fox and bungy) and the swing is my fabourite by far. Maximum thrill!! More

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