Jungle Ropes Safari

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PLEASE NOTE: As of June 2014, Jungle Ropes Safari is closed until further notice. There are new safety standards for the short "zipline" part of the experience. Please check back next week for updates.

About Jungle Ropes at the Safari Park 2014

  • The Jungle Ropes Safari is a challenge activity
  • The participants utilize a SMART belay system and are able to travel through the course at their own pace
  • There are three (3) trail challenge courses that make up the Jungle Ropes Safari
  • The courses are labeled yellow through green with yellow being the easiest and green the most difficult
  • Each trail has approximately twelve (12) challenge elements and zip lines
  • Participants will be given instruction by trained staff prior to entering the course
  • The staff will also monitor participants while on the course and be available for assistance if necessary
  • The Jungle Ropes Safari is for those looking to challenge themselves with balance and daring experiences
  • It features zip lines, rope bridges, log bridges, and MANY other elements to satisfy adventure seekers
  • If you’re looking for the next challenge, this is it!

Participant must be:

  • physically able to climb up and down a short vertical ladder and stairs, balance on ropes and other course elements.
  • able to comprehend and follow all safety instructions in English.
  • able to read, sign and comprehend the liability waiver.

Participant must:

  • weigh between 50 and 275 pounds and fit comfortably in harness.
  • have a reach of 55 inches (measured from the sole of the foot to the up-stretched tips of the fingers)
  • wear secure, closed-toed shoes (required)


ADA

  • Must have full use of legs and arms and
  • Must be able to properly demonstrate the use of the Smart Belay system
  • The Jungle Ropes course takes the participant up to 50 feet off the ground.


Admission

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


Age Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 7 (no exceptions)
  • Children ages 7–11 must be accompanied by a paid parent or guardian 18 years or older during the entire experience and sign a liability waiver.
  • Children 12–17 may participate alone but must have a parent or guardian 18 years or older present at the orientation to sign the liability waiver.
  • There is a maximum of 2 children ages 7–11 per adult in a party


Capacity

  • Join-in Tour
  • 1 - 15 guests per tour time.


Change / Cancel Policy

  • Changes or cancellations are not permitted.


Check In

  • 15 minutes prior to scheduled time
  • Location: Safari Ticket Booth (Formerly Flightline Ticket Booth)

*NOTE: Please allow suffient time for travel to the Safari Park, parking, and to find Check In location inside park. Allow additional time for busy peak and holiday periods.

Frequency

  • Times Vary
  • 90 minutes
  • Daily


Miscellaneous

  • ADA: Must have full use of legs and arms and must be able to properly demonstrate the use of the Smart Belay system.
  • The Jungle Ropes course takes the participant up to 50 feet off the ground.
  • Late arrivals: If the guest can be accommodated on the tour they are scheduled for, they will, but more than likely they will be admitted with the next tour time.


Parking

  • A nominal parking fee is paid upon arrival.


Program Advisements (Mandatory)

  • Admission or Membership is separate and required
  • Parking fee is not included and is paid upon arrival
  • Please, no large or bulky camera equipment
  • For the safety of our animals and guests, no food or beverages
    • Medical exceptions can be made
  • Tours and programs may be modified or cancelled due to safety reasons


Ratios

  • Adult to Child (ages 8 through 15): 1 Adult for every 2 Children (no exceptions).
  • Ages 16 and 17: no accompanying adult required; cannot be chaperone for riders ages 10 - 15 years.