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ECO ADVENTURE TOURS
A Three Hour Guided Tour Including
Suspension Bridge - Treetop Walk - Treetop Zip Line & The NEW EXHILARATING 1000 Foot Long Zip Line - Plus, Cave Tour
High among 200 year-old oak trees, up to 60 feet above the ground, get ready for an experience like no other. Explore the beauty and wildlife of the picturesque forest valley at the top of Blue Mountain, as you become one with the birds. Throughout your tour, your guides will deliver interesting facts and information about the history of the area and about the unique ecology of the Niagara Escarpment.
Your 3-hour adventure begins with gear outfitting (all provided for you) and introductions to your guides. You will then take a short hike to our 410 foot suspension bridge overlooking a 10 000 square kilometer view of Collingwood and Georgian Bay. A tractor and wagon ride through the forest will give you a glimpse of the unique ecology of the Niagara Escarpment before you journey up into the trees. Your treetop walk will take you 600 meters across 10 inch wide bridges suspended as close to the treetops as possible.
Of course, it is absolutely safe, but the excitement of being so high above the ground overlooking the huge vistas gives a physical experience unlike anything else. The sway of the bridges and cables causes you to constantly re-adjust your balance, and you become aware of your own courage. Treetop walking certainly delivers a thrill. You end the treetop walk with an incredible ride on a 330 foot zip line or a ladder to return to the ground.
Now relax, take in the amazing view form the Scenic Caves Lookout Point, enjoy the caverns and crevasses full of moss and rare ferns and then prepare yourself for a truely amazing 1000 foot long Zip Line from the top of the Niagara Escarpment!!!
After all of this, you may explore the caves and caverns more thoroughly and try your luck squeezing through "Fat Man's Misery" cave. Also, view the Scenic Caves nature trails, trout pond, gemstone mining and gift shop.
Tours are conducted in intimate groups of 14 people, with the assistance of 2 qualified instructors per group.
NEW ECO-ADVENTURE VIDEO
Safety
Our priority is to provide each guest with a safe and enjoyable experience. All guides are fully trained to use the equipment and to follow safety procedures. Canopy and zips are designed to exceed industry standards. All personal protection equipment (harness, helmet, etc.) are fully inspected daily, as is the treetop walk and zip line. We have also been approved by the Technical Standards and Safety Association.
Height / Weight Restrictions
Guests must be over 85 lbs and under 250 lbs.
Guests must be over 4'8" tall and paired with someone who is at least 5 foot 4 inches.
If under 16 years of age, youth must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult per 1 or 2 youth)
Weather
Tours run in most weather conditions. In the case of a thunderstorm, high winds or heavy rain, we may be forced to cancel a tour. If we decide to cancel, any deposits made for that tour will be reimbursed.
Waiver
A waiver must be signed by all EcoAdventure Tour guests. This waiver is completed upon your arrival. For a copy of this waiver, so that you may review it in advance, please click below.
 Waiver
What to Wear and Bring
Provided for You
Each EcoAdventure Tour guest is provided with the following:
- Personal protection equipment - harness, helmet, safety lanyards, zip line pulley
- Energy bar
What You Should Bring
- Outdoor shoes or hiking boots - Absolutely no sandels, crocks or high heals allowed!
- Dress in casual outdoor cloths - Pants, long shorts, t-shirts, and warm dry clothing such as gloves, long sleeve shirts and a jacket in case of cold or wet weather.
- Small Cameras -Cameras need to fit in your pocket, small pouch/bag or be strapped to you.
- Reusable water bottle and water.
- Small backpacks or Fanny pcks are good to carry small items.
Reservations
Reservations are Required
RESERVATIONS are available for online bookings for months of May, June, July and August (Sept and Oct will be posted in May)..
Please note that weekend tours book up 2 to 3 weeks in advance. Most weekdays you can book within the week. August and fall weekends book up even faster!
Group leaders can call during the day to speak with reservation agent to book your spots.
A 50% non-refundable deposit will be taken upon booking. The remaining balance must be paid upon your arrival for your tour.
If you have already purchased a LIFE EXPERIENCES GIFT CARD from SHOPPER'S DRUG MART, you cannot book online. You must complete your booking over the phone during daytime hours and provide the card number to the reservation agent. You can reach us at 705-446-0256, ext. 227.
Adults (18-64 yrs) : $95.00 (maximum weight of 250 pounds)
Seniors (65 and over) : $85.00
Youth 17 - 10 yr olds : $85.00 - 16 & under must be accompanied with an adult ( 1 adult per 2 youths) - must weigh at least 85 pounds!
Groups are 12 or more on weekends/holidays and July/Aug - booked and payed by one person.
Groups are only 10 or more during weekdays in May/June and Sept/Oct. - booked and payed by one person.
Please call (705) 446-0256 ext 227 to speak with agen to book your group.
All rates are subject to GST. Hst after July 1st.
Gift Certificates Available
An EcoAdventure Tour makes a unique gift for nature and outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Call to order - 705-446-0256, ext.227.
Groups
Groups of 10 or more (weekdays of May/June and Sept/Oct) or
Groups of 12 or more (weekends/holidays and all of July/Aug), please call us at (705)-446-0256, ext. 227 to take advantage of our special group discount.
Directions
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures has two entrances. Drive up Scenic Caves Rd. from the new "Round-about" (South end of Blue Mountain). Enter the first gravel driveway at top of the hill on your left just after passing the suspension bridge where is a sign that reads "EcoAdventure Tour, treetop walking". Sign in for your tour at the second log cabin. Click here for directions.
How to Reserve
Reservations can be made online by clicking the reservation link below, or by calling 705-446-0256, ext. 227. Spots may be limited so call or book online as soon as you have decided on a day and time!
***PLEASE NOTE, YOU MUST CHECK IN AT THE ECO ADVENTURE LOG CABIN 30 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR TOUR IS SCHEDULED TO START!!!!*** After checking in you will need to complete a waiver, get harnessed up by your guides and then the tour will begin at the scheduled starting time..
What Does "ECO" Mean?
Ecotourism is responsible tourism that is focused on the natural world. Principles include:
- tourism activity in relatively undisturbed natural settings
- minimal negative impacts on the environment
- active involvement with and benefit to the local community
- educational experience for visitors that incorporates both natural and cultural heritage
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures effectively meets each of these principles. The natural settings on the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO biosphere reserve) are abundant. The treetop walking and zip line equipment has been designed and installed with minimal disturbance to nature and do no damage to trees. Interpretation of cultural, historical and ecological facts and information are an important part of the tours and are offered to all visitors as well as a number of school groups that visit Scenic Caves Nature Adventures each year. Scenic Caves Nature Adventures is also a proud supporter of many community groups and charities and provides a wide variety of local employment opportunities.
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