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World's First Cliff Park Offers Thrills Over 400m Drop
3 Jun
Summary
- Happitat Adventure Park offers zip lines and cliff climbs over a 400-meter drop.
- It's the world's first cliff park, blending nature with adrenaline-pumping activities.
- Queensland government supports ecotourism with a $1 billion investment plan.
Happitat Adventure Park, hailed as the world's first cliff park, invites visitors to confront their fears with adrenaline-fueled activities set against a spectacular 400-meter drop. Situated in the World Heritage-listed Lamington National Park on the Gold Coast Hinterland, the park features zip lines, suspension bridges, and via ferrata courses.
This groundbreaking ecotourism initiative is designed to offer a variety of challenging experiences in one location, drawing inspiration from concepts like Italy's via ferrata. The park's creator, Michael Neururer, aims to make the region Australia's premier mountain adventure destination.
The Queensland government is investing $1 billion to establish 45 new ecotourism experiences by 2045, with Happitat Adventure Park being a key funded project. This initiative aligns with Australia's goal to become a global leader in ecotourism.
Visitors can enjoy unlimited access to the park's adventures, including the thrilling via ferrata and multiple zip lines, with the underlying philosophy that pushing through fear leads to profound personal moments. The park's location in ancient rainforests also highlights the rich natural heritage of the area.
