Sunset Zipline Adventure · Santa Ynez Valley, CA
What if nothing was holding you back? There is a part of you that’s all about freedom and exploration. There’s a fearless seeker inside you who is unafraid to step outside of the known and fly across mountain peaks.
Same course, golden-hour light. The Sunset Zipline Adventure runs our three dual ziplines as the sun drops behind the ridge: a 4×4 Humvee ride over 1,000 feet of vertical to the top of the ranch in Buellton, then over a mile and a half of cable back down to Basecamp with the Santa Ynez Valley glowing beneath you. Up to 8 guests per tour, about 2 hours on course, offered on select dates — see the calendar.
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Sunset Zipline Tour $165 per person. Reservations are required and the tour runs on select dates — choose yours below.
Sunset Zipline Tour
Zipline & Adventure Park Bundle
What if nothing was holding you back? Deep down, there’s a fearless explorer in you—ready to break free, soar over treetops, and conquer the unknown. Now’s your chance to awaken that spirit with our Zipline & Adventure Course bundle, designed for thrill-seekers of all ages. With top-of-the-line gear, expert guides, and an unforgettable outdoor experience to share with friends and family, you’ll push limits, build lasting memories, and crave the next challenge. Don’t just imagine the adventure—live it.
15% off both the Zipline Tour and the Adventure Course Trek when you book them together. Adventure Course: ages 9+, 48 in tall, under 275 lb.
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Guest reviews
One hell of a zipline facility. Equipment is new and state of the art. Staff are well trained and friendly. The views of the valley are amazing. They are planting new landscaping even at the top of the mountain. It will be very pretty soon. They claim that the last…
Google User Review · 6-4-2026
This place was an absolute blast! The ziplines were incredibly amazing, and the staff, especially Samantha, was top-notch. The property itself was beautiful, and the 4x4 ride up to the ziplines was a fun bonus. We had a great time and felt completely safe the entire time. W…
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Highline Adventures Zip Lining – An Unforgettable Experience in Santa Ynez Valley! The staff was fantastic — friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. They made the entire process feel effortless and safe, walking us through every step with clear instructions, t…
Google User Review
Lucy and Juan were amazing guides! I had so much fun with them! Everyone is always so attentive, patient and kind. I have gone twice zip lining at Highline Adventures and have always had a great experience! The 3 different zip lines are so fun to ride with beautiful view…
Google User Review
We visited over a long weekend. The zipline experience was fantastic, three ziplines and the third one was fast! The staff was very friendly and courteous. We also did the adventure course as well. The staff were kind enough to squeeze us in despite being pretty booked. Ap…
Google User Review
Super fun experience. We did the Protea Tour & Zip-line for my sister’s birthday. Both experiences were top tier. All the staff was friendly (shout outs to Gio & Juan for being super funny). Will be coming back. Pictures are from the Protea Tour.
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Golden hour on the lines
Safety first
World-renowned zipline system developer, Skyline Ziplines Ltd., designed and constructed this custom zipline course for Highline Adventures by combining our unique topography with the safest zipline innovations in the industry. With the highest-rated gear, a redundantly fail-safe brake system, and a solar powered safe launching mechanism - all riders can be assured their safety comes first with every leap.
Before leading a tour, all guides must pass a series of in-house training courses. Training includes course-specific requirements from the manufacturer, demonstration of gear and equipment knowledge, ability to perform rescue procedures and obtain CPR + First Aid certification.
The highest-rated gear, a redundantly fail-safe brake system, and a solar powered safe launching mechanism — on a custom course designed and constructed by Skyline Ziplines Ltd.
Zipline FAQ
During your experience at Highline Adventures you’ll check in at our basecamp, meet your guides, and have a 15 minute ground school. Once your guides have properly fitted your harness you’ll take a thrilling 4×4 ride in one of our humvees to the top of the course. At the top you’ll get to enjoy the view and take a few photos then fly above the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley on over a mile and a half of cable covering 3 zip lines. You will wear a safety harness connected to the zip line cables, allowing you to travel from platform to platform. Each tour is led by knowledgeable and experienced guides.
That’s okay! Most of our guests have never experienced the thrill of a Zipline tour adventure before. That’s why our guides make sure that they give a complete orientation session during the 15 minute ground school, plus another debriefing before launching from the first zipline platform. The knowledgeable and experienced guides will do everything they can to make sure you feel comfortable about your adventure. Our program is designed for intergenerational participants. That’s what we love about this Zipline tour, just about everyone can do it. Please read our requirements prior to booking your tour.
Our suggested minimum age is 10 years old, and all participants must weigh between 75-275lbs. Guests are discretely weighed at check-in. Those not meeting our requirements may not be able to participate and are ineligible for a refund.
From departure time our course takes 2 hours to complete with a fully booked trip of 8 participants, smaller groups may move through the course more quickly. We ask that you plan for at least 2.5 hours total.
Reservations are required. Plan your Zipline tour now with an online reservation.
We suggest that you dress as if you were going for a hike. You’ll be wearing a full body harness so dress for comfort. The temperatures can be different at the basecamp so we suggest bringing layers and making the final decision once you arrive. During the hot summer months sunscreen is recommended. We have shaded waiting areas but most of the course is exposed to full sun. Please be prepared accordingly.
Our Zipline tours will run in light rain. If heavy rain, high wind or lightning interfere with operational safety we will cancel the tour for safety concerns. The course manager on duty will determine tour cancellations and guests may be notified at any time regarding cancellation. In the event that your tour is canceled by Highline Adventures, you will receive a refund or a rain check voucher depending on the circumstances. We reserve the right to postpone or ‘pause’ a tour for up to one hour to wait out inclement weather and resume normal operations. Rain gear is not provided and you are expected to dress appropriately for the weather. Synthetic clothing is recommended when wet weather is expected.
All sales are final. Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance are eligible to be rescheduled or receive store credit for a future booking. Bookings can be transferable. For more info please visit our cancellation policy page.
Yes, all participants are required to sign a participant agreement before being allowed on course. If under 18: A parent or legal guardian must also sign the waiver.
Yes, we can accommodate large groups! Please contact us through our group tours page and allow our reservation team to facilitate the booking. Group discounts are offered for private group bookings with more than 8 participants. Group discounts may not be combined with any other discounts.
Spectators are welcome to hangout on our lawn area. You will be able to observe ground school and see the participants take their final zip into the base camp area.
Yes they do, SMILE! The guides will carry a camera throughout the course. Getting comfortable on the lines is first priority, so they will start snapping photos after the first zip. If you have a special request for a photo, the guides will do their best to provide it but please remember that safety comes before the photos. Once back to the outpost, your photos will be loaded into a slideshow for you to view. If you like what you see, let the retail staff know and they can start transferring them onto a Highline USB. Check-in and ‘like us’ on our Facebook page for a photo discount. Note: Our gloves don’t work with cell phone screens. Please leave cell phones and other valuables locked in your vehicle.
For the safety of the mother and the baby, we do not allow women who are pregnant at any stage to participate in the zip-lines. We have a beautiful deck and lawn area that can view the 3rd and final zipline as well as overlook the adventure park.
More answers on the full FAQ page · group bookings via zipline group tours.
Before you arrive
Closed-toe shoes, a warm layer for after sunset, and nothing loose in your pockets. Your gear is waiting at Basecamp.
Sunset Zipline Tour $165 per person · up to 8 guests per tour · select dates. Reservations are required — choose your date in the booking calendar.