Zipline and Treehouse Experience in Sonoma
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Sonoma Zipline Adventures
Located in Sonoma County, California, Sonoma Zipline Adventures offers both zipline tours as well as treehouse stays with ziplining. You will be amazed by the towering Coastal Redwood trees that you will see from above, below and at eye level! Read on for more details about planning your visit.
Who can visit?
Sonoma Canopy Adventures requires all guests, for ziplining and treehouse stays, to be at least 10 years old and between 70-250 lbs. They will verify weight at time of check-in. Have a younger child or someone unable to zipline? You can use nearby Flamingo Resort in Santa Rosa as a homebase and head over as a daytrip to zipline with those who are able to go.
Zipline Tours
For those looking to just zipline, you have a choice between two courses: the Tree Tops Tour and the Forest Flight Tour. Sonoma Canopy Adventures has different rates for weekday, Friday/Sunday and Saturday. At time of publishing, the rates are:
Monday-Thursday: $119 per person
Friday/Sunday: $139 per person
Saturday: $149 per person
Monday-Thursday: $109 per person
Friday/Sunday: $119 per person
Saturday: $129 per person
These rates include gear (harnesses, helmet, gloves) plus a guided tour with two experienced guides.
What to bring for day trips:
- Closed toe shoes are essential. You are not permitted to participate without appropriate footwear.
- Pants or shorts are fine. For shirts, a thin long sleeved shirt works great in most weather. If it’s cold/rainy, consider a windbreaker jacket.
- No hats as you’ll be wearing a helmet. Sunglasses are allowed.
- Do not bring purses or bags to the zipline course. If you want to bring your phone, ensure you have a zippered pocket on an item of clothing.
- Sunscreen
- Bring your own GoPro with the head strap (or rent one from Sonoma Zipline Adventures)
Treehouse Stay
If you’re seeking the full experience, be sure to book the treehouse adventure through Sonoma Zipline Adventures. These accommodations are not available without purchasing the full tour package which is just about 24 hours. Here is what to expect:
- Check-in at 12:30pm. Be sure to grab lunch beforehand (Santa Rosa has lots of options or there are some cafes in the nearby towns). You will get weighed, put your luggage in the bin for your treehouse and load up into the truck to go to base camp.
- A short drive will lead you to the spot to get your gear on! Sonoma Zipline Adventures provides the basic gear (harnesses, helmet, gloves). You’ll do a brief ground school to get familiar with your gear.
- Head to the first zipline which is an easier one. Your guides will be there every step of the way.
- After completing your zipline courses, you will do a guided nature walk before reaching the treehouses. You will meet your camp host for the night.
- Settle in and enjoy the charcuterie plate in your room. Your luggage will be waiting for you in your treehouse.
- Dinner is served in your treehouse or at the dining platform at approximately 5:30pm. The dining platform only fits about 8 people so best to head down there early with a book if you prefer to dine outside.
- Enjoy a quiet evening and then enjoy breakfast delivered to your treehouse. Be ready about 9am. Your first zipline leaves right from the treehouse canopy!
- After you complete the course, stop by the Sonoma Zipline Adventures shop to view photos, grab a souvenir and leave a gratuity for the staff (credit card accepted for gratuity).
What to pack:
- Change of clothing for day two
- Toiletries
- Phone charger
- Activities for a low tech evening (wi-fi is enable but not a super strong signal)
- Pack everything in a backpack or small duffel bag (big suitcases are not recommended)
What else to know:
Sonoma Zipline Adventures offers a truly unique experience and is perfect for celebrating a birthday or anniversary or just for a fun overnight trip.
- Be sure to book well in advance, especially for weekend stays, as there are only six treehouses.
- Ziplining happens rain or shine! If the forecast calls for rain, dress appropriately so you can still enjoy the experience.
- Cell phone service is spotty in Occidental so be sure to review the driving directions online so you can find the location easily.
