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<u>Weight</u>  
 
<u>Weight</u>  
*Minimum 75 lbs  
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*Minimum '''60''' lbs  
*Maximum 250 lbs
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*Maximum '''300''' lbs
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(Weight restrictions updated from 75-250 to 60-247 August 2014)
  
  
* Soar from a ridge-top along a cable gliding approximately 2/3 of a mile over exotic animals in the North America, Africa and Asia exhibits
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Soar above it all.
* Fly as high as 160 feet above the ground at approximately 50 miles per hour
 
* Experience includes gear, an orientation, and a “fledgling” line to practice taking off from a platform and successfully landing. This first Flightline run is 470 feet long and whisks riders through fragrant, shady trees
 
* Once “fledged,” guests board a truck for a ride to the upper launch area of our main Flightline. Along the way, guests hear about our condor conservation program
 
* Guests arrive at Kilima Point where they return their gear and meet up with family and friends who did not participate in the tour.
 
  
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Flightline Safari is the ultimate recreational experience for those looking for excitement.
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Secure and comfortable in your harness, you will soar as high as 130 feet above the ground with rhinos, giraffe, and more in the fields below you.
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The Flightline experience includes the use of safety equipment, an orientation, a brief interpretive tour, and a flight on our two ziplines. 
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The first zipline is the Fledgling run. 
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It is approximately 400 feet long and carries you through fragrant, shady trees to prepare you for your final Flightline experience.
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Once "fledged," you board a Flightline truck for a guided tour to the upper launch area of our main Flightline. 
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Upon arriving at the final launch platform, you will have breath taking views of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and of the large animal enclosures below.
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Your guide will once again hook your harness onto the Flightline "trolley" and you're ready to fly approxiamately 2/3 of a mile, landing safely near our campground at the Park's Kilima Point.
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=='''ADA'''==
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Flight Requirements:
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* '''Minimum weight:  60 lbs / Maximum weight:  300 lbs''' (Each guest will be weighed on site.)
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* '''Closed-toe, secure shoes required'''
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* Guest must be able to comprehend and follow all safety instructions
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* Guest must be able to fit within the safety harness
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* Guest must be '''physically able''' to:
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**Climb up and down a short vertical ladder and stairs
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**Put on safety harness
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**Hold arms above head for 2 minutes
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**Hold legs apart for 2 minutes
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**Hold and carry a 20 lb. trolley for several minutes
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**Demonstrate all rider positions
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* A '''Waiver''' must be signed by each guest prior to the tour
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*We have the written script of the video safety briefing and visual signals for the flight positions
  
 
=='''Admission'''==
 
=='''Admission'''==
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=='''Age Restrictions'''==
 
=='''Age Restrictions'''==
  
*No specific age limit at this point since the minimum weight has increased to 130 lbs.
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*8 years.  No exceptions.
  
  
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=='''Check In'''==
 
=='''Check In'''==
  
* '''30 minutes''' prior to tour time at the Flightline Ticket Booth in Tembo Plaza
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*'''15 minutes''' prior to scheduled time  
 
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*Location: Safari Ticket Booth between signpost numbers 5 and 6, near Lorikeet Landing.
  
 
=='''Frequency'''==
 
=='''Frequency'''==
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=='''Program Advisements (Mandatory)'''==
 
=='''Program Advisements (Mandatory)'''==
  
* '''Minimum weight:  130 lbs / Maximum weight:  250 lbs''' (Each guest will be weighed on site.)
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* '''Minimum weight:  60 lbs / Maximum weight:  300 lbs''' (Each guest will be weighed on site.)
  
 
* '''Closed-toe, secure shoes required'''
 
* '''Closed-toe, secure shoes required'''
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* The Safari Park  reserves the right to cancel or modify Flightline due to inclement weather, animal health, and/or safety concerns. In the event of cancellation, efforts will be made to reschedule
 
* The Safari Park  reserves the right to cancel or modify Flightline due to inclement weather, animal health, and/or safety concerns. In the event of cancellation, efforts will be made to reschedule
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=='''Ratios'''==
 
=='''Ratios'''==
  
* Adult to Child (ages 10 through 15): 1 Adult for every 2 Children (no exceptions)
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*Adult to Child (ages 8 through 15): 1 Adult for every 3 Children (no exceptions)  
 
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*Ages 16 and 17: no accompanying adult required; cannot be chaperone for riders ages 8 - 15 years  
* Ages 16 and 17: no accompanying adult required; cannot be chaperone for riders ages 10 - 15 years
 
 
 
  
Revised 12/24/13
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Revised 12/24/18

Latest revision as of 12:18, 24 December 2018

About Flightline at the Safari Park

Weight

  • Minimum 60 lbs
  • Maximum 300 lbs

(Weight restrictions updated from 75-250 to 60-247 August 2014)


Soar above it all.

Flightline Safari is the ultimate recreational experience for those looking for excitement.

Secure and comfortable in your harness, you will soar as high as 130 feet above the ground with rhinos, giraffe, and more in the fields below you.

The Flightline experience includes the use of safety equipment, an orientation, a brief interpretive tour, and a flight on our two ziplines.

The first zipline is the Fledgling run.

It is approximately 400 feet long and carries you through fragrant, shady trees to prepare you for your final Flightline experience.

Once "fledged," you board a Flightline truck for a guided tour to the upper launch area of our main Flightline.

Upon arriving at the final launch platform, you will have breath taking views of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and of the large animal enclosures below.

Your guide will once again hook your harness onto the Flightline "trolley" and you're ready to fly approxiamately 2/3 of a mile, landing safely near our campground at the Park's Kilima Point.


ADA

Flight Requirements:

  • Minimum weight: 60 lbs / Maximum weight: 300 lbs (Each guest will be weighed on site.)
  • Closed-toe, secure shoes required
  • Guest must be able to comprehend and follow all safety instructions
  • Guest must be able to fit within the safety harness
  • Guest must be physically able to:
    • Climb up and down a short vertical ladder and stairs
    • Put on safety harness
    • Hold arms above head for 2 minutes
    • Hold legs apart for 2 minutes
    • Hold and carry a 20 lb. trolley for several minutes
    • Demonstrate all rider positions
  • A Waiver must be signed by each guest prior to the tour
  • We have the written script of the video safety briefing and visual signals for the flight positions

Admission

  • Admission is NOT included in the price of the Flightline Safari and is required. Please ensure each guest has a valid Admission ticket or Membership.


Age Restrictions

  • 8 years. No exceptions.


Capacity

  • 1 - 8 guests per program time.


Change / Cancel Policy

  • Changes or cancellations are not permitted.


Check In

  • 15 minutes prior to scheduled time
  • Location: Safari Ticket Booth between signpost numbers 5 and 6, near Lorikeet Landing.

Frequency

  • Daily
  • 1 Hour
  • Times vary


Miscellaneous

  • Late guests will be admitted only up to 5 minutes past advertised tour time
  • Re-rides may be purchased on site at a discounted price


Parking

  • A nominal parking fee is paid upon arrival.


Program Advisements (Mandatory)

  • Minimum weight: 60 lbs / Maximum weight: 300 lbs (Each guest will be weighed on site.)
  • Closed-toe, secure shoes required
  • Guest must be able to comprehend and follow all safety instructions
  • Guest must be able to fit within the safety harness
  • Guest must be physically able to:
    • Climb up and down a short vertical ladder and stairs
    • Put on safety harness
    • Hold arms above head for 2 minutes
    • Hold legs apart for 2 minutes
    • Hold and carry a 20 lb. trolley for several minutes
    • Demonstrate all rider positions
  • A Waiver must be signed by each guest prior to the tour
  • The Safari Park reserves the right to cancel or modify Flightline due to inclement weather, animal health, and/or safety concerns. In the event of cancellation, efforts will be made to reschedule


Ratios

  • Adult to Child (ages 8 through 15): 1 Adult for every 3 Children (no exceptions)
  • Ages 16 and 17: no accompanying adult required; cannot be chaperone for riders ages 8 - 15 years

Revised 12/24/18