Ziplining was originally created as a form of transportation across places that were impossible to pass (especially mountainsides, rain forests, etc).
The zipline was used for centuries as a means of transportation in China, it allowed local residents to cross rivers.
Mentioned as an “an inclined strong” in The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells, published in 1897, it became popular in the Australian outback to deliver food and supplies to those laboring on the other side of a gully or river.
It was also employed by Australian troops to transport food, mail, and ammunition into conflict areas.
The world’s longest zipline is the 2.8 kilometer Jebel Jais Flight at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
As of September 2015, the steepest zipline in the world with a maximum 58.6% incline debuted at Letalnica Brasov Gorišek in Planica, Slovenia.
In recent times, ziplining has become undoubtedly one of the world’s most exciting pastimes, and more people are trying out this adventurous activity they call ‘facing their fears’.
However, when going for ziplining, there are things one needs to prepare ahead of.
It is strongly advised that if you are acrophobic, a known heart condition patient, or pregnant, you are not supposed to go ziplining.
It is also advised to wear tight-fitting clothes, shoes, jewelry, and tie loose hair and listen carefully to the guide’s instructions before doing anything.
Where can you go for ziplining in Nigeria?
In Nigeria, ziplining is relatively new, it has not gained much popularity and is only active in two states, Lagos and Abuja.
Lagos (Lekki Leisure)
Lekki Leisure Lake is a tourist attraction situated along the Lekki Pennisula and overlooking the Atlantic ocean.
It is located at the 2nd roundabout at Lekki Phase one, just on the left side of the road as you take a turn into the street.
This treasure is tucked away along the Lekki peninsula shoreline and offers the best of great outdoor and leisure activities.
The property plays host to amazing aquatic attractions and exciting activities like jet skiing, banana floats, quad biking, zip-lining, Pedal Boat, Pontoon Boat, and Wave Boat.
Abuja (Zuma Rock Golf Resort)
The Zuma Rock Golf Resort proudly offers an 18 Hole Golf space. The resort offers activities such as golfing, golf academy, retreats, boot camps, hiking, excursions, picnics, ziplining, summer program, training/ development, and other events.
