Kohala Zipline

Welcome, esteemed travelers, to the profoundly historic and ecologically magnificent region of North Kohala. As you stand here at the base camp of the Kohala Zipline, you are preparing to embark on an aerial journey that is as…

As we commence our ascent to the first aerial platform, our primary mode of transportation is an extraordinary piece of mechanical engineering. We are riding in a Pinzgauer, a rugged, six wheel drive military utility vehicle…

We now stand upon the wooden planks of our very first launching platform, elevated securely within the lower canopy. This initial sequence of lines is specifically designed to be low and slow, allowing riders to acclimate to the…

As we pause on this platform, direct your attention downward toward the valley floor, where you will observe clusters of trees distinguished by their unique foliage. Notice the light, silvery green leaves that stand out vividly…

We now transition into a distinctly different botanical zone within the canopy. Look around at the dense stands of tall, remarkably slender trees featuring darker, smoother leaves. …

Prepare yourself for a fascinating intersection of modern recreation and historic industrial engineering. As you accelerate through this upcoming corridor, scanning the terrain below, keep an eye out for a patch of bright orange…

We have arrived at the architectural climax of our canopy expedition. Stretching out before us is the final and most formidable structure on the course: the longest and highest suspension bridge of our journey. …

As our feet finally make contact with the solid earth of the final landing platform, a rush of accomplishment washes over us. The transition from the weightlessness of the canopy back to the heavy gravity of the ground is always…