Phoenix
Fly up to 70mph on the world’s fastest seated zip line
Take flight on the breath-taking Phoenix zip line, soaring along the south Wales landscape alongside up to 3 others. Rise from the ashes and dust off the cobwebs at speeds of up to a massive 70mph.
Online saver rate
From £45.05
Early Bird
From £53.00
Standard
(+£5 booking fee)
Please review our adventure & medical restrictions and terms and conditions before purchasing. On-site parking charges apply, but parking is free at select locations when you pre-book two or more adventures.
4 adventures at Tower Colliery
Over 1.5km of zip lines
Conquer 1540m of zip lines in two separate zip zones.
4 parallel lines
Each zip zone consists of 4 parallel zip lines.
2 zip zones
Not just one, but 2 zip lines to conquer; Alpha and Bravo.
70mph
Reach thrilling speeds of up to 70mph.
Duration
This experience can take up to 2 hours to complete.
Adrenaline Level
Discover the ultimate adrenaline-rush of a level 5 experience. You will take-on something totally unique, or take total control of your own adventure.
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Secure your adventure early and give yourself something epic to look forward to. Get the date in the diary, rally your crew, and start the countdown. The earlier you book, the more you save. Simple.
Savings are available on individual adventure tickets only and do not apply to bundle savings, group tickets, vouchers or event bookings.
Book more than 90 days in advance and get 15% off your adventure
Maximum reward for maximum planning. Lock in your date early, secure your first choice slot, and enjoy our biggest saving available.
Book more than 60 days in advance and get 10% off your adventure
Plan ahead and save more. Two months out means better value, better availability, and a stronger reason to get it in the diary now.
Book more than 30 days in advance and get 5% off your adventure
A little forward thinking goes a long way. Book a month ahead, secure your spot, and pocket a smart saving while you are at it.
Saver Bundles
Get more out of your day with great value bundles that let you stack the fun while keeping the cost down. Whether you are visiting with family, friends or as a couple, our packages make it easy to enjoy more for less.
Date flight bundle
Ditch the usual date night and try something unforgettable with our date flights on Phoenix. Running once a month from 6pm, these evening experiences let you soar on our second zip line, through the air together as the sun sets making it perfect for couples looking for a mix of adventure and romance. After your flight, enjoy a meal and a drink* each at Cegin Glo to round off the night. *soft drink
Upgrade to two adventures and enjoy 10% off each!
Whether you're combining thrilling activities or creating the ultimate day out, our packages offer unbeatable value. Upgrade during checkout and enjoy exclusive savings while doubling the fun!
Upgrade your day with Tower Climber and enjoy 10% off!
Upgrade to a package during checkout and get 10% off both adventures when both are available for your selected date and time.
Upgrade your day with Tower Coaster and enjoy 10% off!
Upgrade to a package during checkout and get 10% off both adventures when both are available for your selected date and time.
Take flight on the world's fastest seated zip line
Rise from the ashes as you embark on the flight of a lifetime on Zip World’s Phoenix zip line. Soak up the incredible history of the post-industrial Tower location alongside the stunning Rhigos mountain range, as you hop aboard for the ultimate day out in South Wales. Fly at up to 70mph in 2 zip zones alongside up to 3 others… read on for the lowdown!
Restrictions
Before booking this adventure, please carefully review the following restrictions to ensure you and your party meet the minimum participation requirements. Any participant under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over, and in most cases, an adult must take part in the group unless stated otherwise.
Supervision for under 18’s
1 participating adult 18 yrs+ is required for every 3 children <18 yrs
Min Height
A minimum height of 1.2m is required for this adventure
Max Weight
Participants must weigh no more than 130kg to take part in this adventure
Capture the adventure
from £14
Opt to pre-book a camera to capture and re-live the adventure for years to come. This nifty camera will capture your flight whilst you whizz down the zip line, and the footage is directly downloadable to your phone!
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“A great feeling flying through the air”
What to expect from your experience
So what’s involved in the experience? Here we’ll talk you through each step of the process for ultimate peace-of-mind, and you’ll see just how accessible this adventure really is!
Check-in
The first step of any Zip World adventure; arrive half an hour before your adventure start-time to check-in at reception and settle in.
Kit-up
Once checked-in, you’ll take a very short walk to the kit-up area, where a member of our team will kit you up into your harness, goggles and helmet, as well as provide that all-important safety briefing. You’ll also get the chance to grab a headcam here too.
All aboard
From the kit-up area, you head directly outside where the minibus awaits! This will be your lift to the top of the mountain, where the first of the two Phoenix zip lines resides. This journey will take around 10 minutes.
Alpha zip line
Alpha is the first zip zone, and consists of 4 parallel zip lines, each at 920m in length. A Zip World team member will begin with a safety briefing, before connecting you to the zip line. After a 3, 2, 1, the gates will open and you can jump off the platform and into your first flight. Here you’ll feel the pure peace and freedom of soaring over the stunning Llyn Fawr to the backdrop of the Rhigos mountain range at speeds of around 50mph! This is the longer of the two zip lines you will do and definitely the star of the show in terms of the views. Once you've reached the brakes at the base, a member of the team will unclip you from the zip line.
Short walk
Once you’ve dismounted from Alpha, you’ll take short walk over to the top of Bravo – please note that this is up a few flights of stairs.
Bravo zip line
When clipped into Bravo, you will see the rest of the Tower site below, and will once again step off the edge to send yourself flying at around 70mph! This is the fastest seated zip line in the world! As this zip line is closer to the ground, you get a real sense of ground-rush, especially as you zoom toward the brakes! Once you’ve reached the end, you’ll be unclipped from the zip once more.
De-kit
Lastly you will take a short walk to the de-kit area, which is sign-posted, and a member of our team will take off your harness and point you in the direction of the headcam footage collection point.
FAQs
When should I arrive?
You will need to arrive on site ready to check in for your experience 30 minutes prior to your adventure start time.
What should I wear?
You will need to wear warm comfortable clothing suitable to the weather on the day, with walking boots or trainers. Some of our experiences require your arms and legs to be covered, please check individual adventure restrictions to see if this applies to you.
Can I protect my booking in case of unforeseen circumstances?
Yes, you can purchase ticket protection insurance at checkout, giving you added peace of mind if unforeseen circumstances affect your plans and you need to claim a refund. Please read TicketPlan’s terms and conditions to find out what is and isn’t covered.
Can I book over the phone?
It is quicker to book online, but you’re welcome to call us if you’d prefer; please do so on 01248 601 444. Please note there may be a wait time on the phone, particularly during busy periods.
When are you open?
We are open all year round except Christmas day and Boxing Day. During off-peak seasons, please visit our checkout to see our booking calendar and our opening days. Each site has different opening times and days so please check our website.
I would like to speak to someone from Zip World before booking, how can I do this?
You can contact us on info@zipworld.co.uk or 01248 601 444
How do I book?
The easiest way to book is online. Click the red ‘Book Now’ button at the top of the page, and select your adventure, time, date and number of participants.
Do I need to book in advance or can I just turn up?
We’d always recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. If you turn up without a booking, we will do our best to fit you in, but cannot guarantee this. Please be sure to book in advance if you’re travelling a distance to visit us.
I am a content creator and want to work with Zip World
Content creators are welcome to book onto experiences themselves and film using a phone, without any special equipment. This can be done without prior discussion or supervision from the marketing team. If you’re interested in a formal collaboration with us, please get in touch before your visit. You can contact us via our social media channels or email us at marketing@zipworld.co.uk. Don't forget you can also tag us in your content after your adventure for a possible feature on our social media channels.
Still need help? View all our FAQs.
We're dog friendly
We warmly welcome well-behaved dogs at all of our locations, making it the perfect adventure spot for the whole family, including your furry friends. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we require that dogs be accompanied by someone not participating in adventures at all times.
What's on-site
On-Site Restaurant
Indulge in a delicious menu or grab a quick bite to go at the Blondin Restaurant, which features floor-to-ceiling views of the quarry beyond.
Viewing Terrace
Never miss a slice of the action; the viewing terrace is the prime spot to watch the adventure unfold.
Dog Friendly
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at all of our locations.
Gift Shop
Remember your adventure forever by grabbing a Zip World momento.
Souvenir Videos
Capture your adventure – souvenir videos are available for some Tower Colliery adventures.
Parking
Follow signs for our carpark, conveniently located right outside check-in. Car parking fees apply.
Cashless Site
We are a cashless site that accepts card and mobile payments for all transactions.
Other adventures at this location
Re-fuel at The Cegin Glo Bar & Bistro
The Cegin Glo restaurant is located at Zip World Tower Colliery in Aberdare. It's a modern, bistro-style venue featuring locally sourced delights.
How to find us
Located near the bustling town of Aberdare and with many bus and train links nearby, you’ll be knocking on Zip World Tower’s door before you know it. We’re located just 40 minutes’ drive from Cardiff, Wales’ capital city.
Tower Colliery
We recommend using public transport, but you'll have no trouble reaching us regardless of your mode of travel.
Address
Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, CF44 9UF
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Content Collaboration
Want to collaborate with us? Please send us a message over on Instagram @zip_world or email us to be forwarded to the marketing team for consideration. Please note, due to the high volume of collaboration requests we receive, we’re unfortunately unable to respond to them all, but appreciate each and every one.