Having owned and operated a zipline in Costa Rica for the last
seven years my asnwer to this question is, yes. Ziplining in Costa Rica
is safe for a number of different reasons but like any outfitter it is
important to go with a reputable company. Ziplining was pioneered in
Costa Rica by biologist studying in the trees setting up cables to
travel in the canopy. In Costa Rica they use steel cables. All ziplines
should be designed by an architect and engineer for permit permission.
Along with the architectual plans each tree you use has to be studied by
a forest biologist for its strength and longevity. Once the structure
is in place the safety will rely an operational and maintence attention
to detail.
Those that operate ziplines are
known as guides here in Costa Rica. They all have been through Vertical
Rescue courses along with Wilderness CPR. A zipline guide in Costa Rica
is trained in how to safely operate a zipline tour, how to have an eye
for daily maintence, and how to safely evac and rescue clients in the
event of an emergency. They also are trained in manipulation of
equipment. Most equipment is of the highest standard and it is required
by law in Costa Rica that each trip and usage of equipment is registered
and noted which the guide is also trained in how to care for the
equipment so it is maintained at the highest standard of safety.
While
ziplining is safe in Costa Rica every adventure sport runs its risk and
without specific attention and a professional level of operation some
of these incidents can happen:
- Clients forget Brake - this is a common mistake of first time zipliners. While you are taught how to brake in the safety class getting the hang of it might take a cable or two. The good news is ziplines offer a backup breaking system if you do not break. Coming in fast will not result in a physical injury but will get the heart pumping for sure.
- Not following Directions - We all know tourists who just seems to do the opposite of what the guide says. If you put your hand on the cable or in front of the pulley chances are you might get pinched and break some skin. The best part is that this mistake usually only happens once. It is sort of like touching a stove. If you follow the directions in the safety speech starting with proper clothing we can assure you that you will have smooth zipping from start to finish.
- Weather Conditions - This is probably the most important safety factor when dealing with zipline tours. Wind and electric storms are the two conditions that can make a zipline tour unsafe. Ziplines have evac areas that they can cancel the tour in the event that storm or wind approaches quickly.
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