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Wildwire Wanaka
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Canyoning & Rappelling ToursAdrenaline & Extreme ToursClimbing Tours
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Climb the world’s highest waterfall cable climb, in Wanaka New Zealand, or try our NEW! Climb & Canyon (Nov-April). Because life's about experiences, not stuff. Choose your adventure -- CLIMB or CANYON. Lord of the Rungs: Conquer the highest waterfall cable climb in the world. With 3 Levels to choose from, we have choices for all adventurers. Level 3 includes a helicopter ride back down to base! Climb & Canyon: Get wet and wild as you climb up Level 1, climb/hike along a scenic traverse to a second waterfall, and then abseil back down through the waterfalls finishing with a zipline back down to base! Options for all ages and abilities. Get in touch today to experience epic!
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Emma Gillard
6 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
We originally booked onto wildwire in July, but couldn’t climb due to injury (the team were amazingly understanding about this!) We were devastated, so booked on again in December to tackle the lord of the rungs (level 3) climb. We were super lucky with amazing weather, but the team were really communicative from the start about what would happen if rain came in, how we would be safe etc. The team were awesome, answering questions and making you feel safe. Practice boulders allowed you to get comfortable with the clipping and unclipping of the harnesses so you felt super confident on the climb. The first 2 levels were pretty straightforward for anyone with moderate fitness: fun things like hanging from bridges and sticking hands into the waterfall were good suggestions by the guide. There were only 2 of us with our guide so we got to go at our own pace. At the top of level 2 we had our lunch (the deli panini and brownie are amazing!), and then we were talked through exactly what would happen on the final bit of the climb. This was harder than before, with the first overhang the hardest, but my guide was on hand the whole time and I knew he would have helped me if I’d not been able to. Immensely proud that I hauled myself up by myself! When we reached the top we felt so proud and the helicopter down was the coolest way to end the day. I’d recommend this activity to anyone: for LOTR you’d need to be fairly fit and adventurous, but at no point did I feel unsafe and this has definitely been a highlight of our time in NZ. Thanks team wildwire!
Written 29 December 2020
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Thank you for your amazing review and for your support. Awesome to hear you had a great time and loved it up there!
Written 12 January 2021
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Andrew P
Auckland Central, New Zealand68 contributions
Nov 2020 • Family
My teenage son and I did the stage 3 Lord of the Rungs trip right to the top of the waterfall, with the chopper flight back, and on a beautiful clear sky hot day. Though this is about the most expensive day trip I’ve done in NZ, it was unique and I’d highly recommend it. It was more challenging than I expected and certainly scary if you are afraid of heights. Easy for experienced rock climbers like my son. I always felt safe, with top notch equipment provided and installed on the via ferrata. Also great guides. Highly recommend if you are adventurous and reasonably fit.
Written 31 December 2020
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Thank you so much for your support and for your honest review and recommendation. It is a proper adventure up there. Great work making it to the top. It is a big waterfall! Well done!
Written 12 January 2021
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John Somerville
11 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Forget Bungy jumping, skydiving, jet boating. If you are looking for the ultimate experience that will push your limits and reward you with memories that will will stay with you always?!!
Then the lord of rungs via faratta climb is the one for you.
WHY climb to level 2 and then have to walk down? Why not spend the little extra, push that bit harder and be rewarded with the view of all views, memories of the hardest parts of the climb and get a helicopter ride back down to the bottom.
Thanks again to the guides who assisted with the experience but a massive thank you to Craig who was my personal guide for making the experience that bit extra special.
Cheers Craig.
Then the lord of rungs via faratta climb is the one for you.
WHY climb to level 2 and then have to walk down? Why not spend the little extra, push that bit harder and be rewarded with the view of all views, memories of the hardest parts of the climb and get a helicopter ride back down to the bottom.
Thanks again to the guides who assisted with the experience but a massive thank you to Craig who was my personal guide for making the experience that bit extra special.
Cheers Craig.
Written 20 February 2020
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Rob McKay
Wanaka, New Zealand61 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
What a great challenge with great views!
I completed the three stages and took the helicopter off the top. Stage 1&2 is very doable for most able persons. But Stage 3 is another level up. It has a couple of short overhangs that requires some good arm strength.
Safety is their priority and at any given time you have two lines of secure anchoring.
A wonderful team of guides. We had a ratio of 5 to 1 on Sage 1&2 and then one guide for two climbers on Stage 3.
If you come to Wanaka, this is a must activity.
I completed the three stages and took the helicopter off the top. Stage 1&2 is very doable for most able persons. But Stage 3 is another level up. It has a couple of short overhangs that requires some good arm strength.
Safety is their priority and at any given time you have two lines of secure anchoring.
A wonderful team of guides. We had a ratio of 5 to 1 on Sage 1&2 and then one guide for two climbers on Stage 3.
If you come to Wanaka, this is a must activity.
Written 19 June 2020
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Sushmita H
Sydney, Australia183 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Maddie our guide was professional and very mature. The views were spectacular.
Very safe activity though quite challenging for a 5 foot person of 55 (albeit very fit)
The height and span reach was an issue although advertised as fine for kids over 9
I really enjoyed this and highly recommend
There are 3 levels
We did 2 levies in a beautiful autumn day in sunshine with another much younger couple
Value for money
Very safe activity though quite challenging for a 5 foot person of 55 (albeit very fit)
The height and span reach was an issue although advertised as fine for kids over 9
I really enjoyed this and highly recommend
There are 3 levels
We did 2 levies in a beautiful autumn day in sunshine with another much younger couple
Value for money
Written 20 May 2021
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Thanks so much for climbing with us and for your amazing review! Madi s Awesome. and sounds like you had a great time!
Written 1 August 2021
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Fredthefiddle
Winchester, UK153 contributions
Feb 2020
We came here on the recommendation of a friend, and they weren’t wrong. 3 of us did all 3 levels and the helicopter from the top, which was really worth the extra cost. Lovely guide who was very safety conscious - it was challenging but doable so long as you don’t mind heights and are reasonably fit. An amazing experience with the sound of the waterfall at all times. Highly recommended!!
Written 14 February 2020
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stefanaomi
New Zealand45 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
Two adults and two boys aged 13, one with Down Syndrome and non-verbal, as a group with guide Maddie. The boys were a bit weary when we arrived, however the practice climb and the phenomenal guidance made them feel comfortable and confident. The climb has been a memorable experience for all of us, the boys already made plans for level 2 and 3 next time, thanks very much!
Written 6 April 2021
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Woohoo! Thanks so much for climbing with us. Great to hear that you loved it and well done to all the group for completing it! Thanks for your support and for your awesome review!
Written 1 August 2021
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lixy2020
San Francisco, CA1 contribution
Feb 2020
One of my best experiences in New Zealand! Excellent communication before the trip, regarding pricing, weather, and options, very professional, organized, and super nice guides. If you’re a rock climber, definitely go for the longest climb: it’s easy technically but still fun, with awesome views and cool hanging bridges. The actual climbing time is under four hours, at a nice leisurely pace, and there’s a nice stop for lunch (with a welcome shade umbrella!). As a celiac, I’d ordered the gluten-free lunch, and they provided me with a delicious salad. You might want to bring an extra snack if you’re on the long climb. I was really glad I was wearing approach shoes with a stiff sole— definitely do not wear sneakers or soft, flexible shoes, You’re basically climbing up ladder rungs and your feet will get tired if you do!
Written 20 February 2020
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Jan S
Wanaka, New Zealand23 contributions
May 2020
This climb was to the top of the waterfall, before being helicoptored back down. I felt really safe -the guides were clearly experienced and made sure we got a good briefing and some practice using the safety harness and clips before we started. They were there to assist with a bit of guidance, or more if needed. I'd had a great time on Levels 1 & 2 about 18 months earlie. Level 3 definitely was a jump up in what I had to do - crossing a 2-wire bridge way way up and then hauling myself up and over an overhang. That was hard work but I never felt unsafe. Great work by the guides.And dealing with Wild Wire to make the booking was a pleasure.
Written 18 May 2020
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fmacknz
Wanaka, New Zealand1 contribution
Jun 2020
Fully recommend if you are up for adventure, the thrill of climbing near a waterfall & feeling completely safe & secure under the expert guidance of Wild wire guides. Yasmine guided my group of varying abilities. I started out expecting to do level one but felt confident in Yasmine’s ability & assessment of my own to push thru & complete level two. Exhilarating & satisfying. Thank you so much for your encouragement.
Written 1 July 2020
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So after doing the wild thing I love it and would like to get into via ferrata on my own ! Do you guys have a link for a trustable place to by a harness with the carabeaners and helmet? Just looking for the best quality. I read online that there are some that are less safe if the quality is cheaper.
Written 1 January 2019
Hi Cheyenne, Thanks for climbing with us and great to hear that you are interested in getting in to Via Ferrata yourself! Depending on where you are from it may be better to purchase gear once you are home as it is quite expensive here in New Zealand and also there are only 2 via ferratas here and they are both commercially run and provide all the gear. We use Edelrid harnesses, helmets and lanyards and really like the quality of these. When purchasing gear definitely go for a reputable climbing brand. I also recommend Petzl and Black Diamond as they have great quality gear and are trusted brands. I hope that helps! All the best with your climbing!!
Written 8 January 2019
I'm 22 weeks pregnant is this safe to do?
Written 30 May 2017
I'd say yes. It wasn't very strenuous, more fun than taxing. And you can take your time if you need to :)
Written 3 June 2017
I would like to know the details of Go Wire package, does it involve bridge cross?
I and my fiancé is going to wanaka on end of October, we are not adventurous type but would like to try something light adventurous, is this suitable for us?
We would like to experience hanging bridge and frying fog but not like to do rock climbing as it is a bit tough for us.
Written 3 May 2017
Hi Teow,
Thanks so much for getting in touch. And thanks to everyone for their awesome answers above!! Our activity is designed for beginners. If you can climb a ladder and walk on hills for a couple hours, you will be ok on either climb. It is not as strenuous as rock climbing but you are high off the ground and the mental aspect to the height is often what tires people out. Having said that, our systems are super safe, you are always clipped on and you have a guide right there to help at all times. Your guide has ropes and equipment to assist you at any time should you need it. It is really spectacular up there and you get really close to the waterfalls. I think you would absolutely love it. Feel free to call if you want to talk it through. +64274301332 Laurel
Written 5 May 2017
i am afraid of heights. I'm wondering how I can do this AND enjoy the scenery around me?
Written 31 May 2016
It is true, we do climb up quite high and the scenery is incredible. Most people do have some degree of being scared of heights. It is natural for self preservation. If you do want to look into conquering your fear. This is an excellent way to do it and we have taken many people through that never thought they would be able to do something like this. You will wearing a harness and have the ability to clip yourself in to very strong rungs at all times as well as being closely attended to by our guides. It is similar to climbing a household ladder, difficulty-wise. We do a practice on a boulder first. If this is something you would like to try, I would recommend our beginners tour first as it is less exposed and less steep.
Written 7 July 2016
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