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Asia's Longest 1,000m Zipline • Speeds up to 140 km/h

Flying Fox in Rishikesh

Soar 120 meters above the rugged Himalayan river gorge on a 1-kilometer steel cable. Fly solo, tandem, or trio with automated motorized return winch systems and EN 15567 European safety standards.

1,000 Meters
Continuous Cable Length
140 km/h
Top Flight Velocity
120 Meters
Valley Elevation Above River
Motorized
Automated Return Winch
Heavy Engineering

Asia's Longest 1 KM Zipline Engineering

Spanning an entire mountain valley in Mohan Chatti, this industrial aerial cableway merges high-tensile metallurgy with precision ceramic pulley aerodynamics.

19mm Aircraft-Grade Galvanized Wire Rope

Unlike recreational playground ziplines built on thin 8mm wires, the Rishikesh Flying Fox utilizes a continuous 1,000-meter (1 kilometer) heavy-duty 19mm diameter aircraft-grade galvanized steel wire rope. Engineered with a multi-strand steel core (IWRC) and hot-dipped zinc corrosion protection to withstand Himalayan weather extremes, the cable boasts a certified minimum breaking strength exceeding 10 metric tonnes (>10,000 kg / 22,000 lbs).

The cable is anchored into massive reinforced concrete foundations anchored into deep subterranean granite strata on both mountain peaks, with computerized tensioning jacks maintaining precise sag-to-span ratios for optimal gravitational acceleration and smooth deceleration buffering.

Flyers are suspended from custom dual stainless steel tandem trolley units equipped with precision ceramic sealed ball bearings. These aerodynamic trolleys eliminate friction, allowing smooth, silent acceleration through the mountain canyon at velocities reaching 140 km/h.

Technical Cable Specs

  • Span Length: Exactly 1,000 Meters (3,280 Feet)
  • Cable Diameter: 19mm 6x36 IWRC Galvanized Steel
  • Tensile Breaking Load: > 10,000 kg (100 kN)
  • Pulley Bearings: Dual Ceramic High-Speed Tandem
  • Vertical Descent Drop: ~80 Meters from Launch to Catch
  • Recovery Mechanism: Powered Electric Return Winch
Flight Dynamics

Flight Mechanics & Automated Return Winch

From the explosive 0 to 100 km/h gravity launch to the effortless motorized return glide, discover the full physics lifecycle.

Gravity Acceleration & Deceleration Buffers

The flight begins as the electronic launch gate opens. Driven by gravitational potential energy over an 80-meter vertical drop between the launch gantry and valley landing station, the flyer accelerates rapidly from zero to 100 km/h within the first 8 seconds of flight.

Midway through the kilometer-long span, you reach peak speeds of 140 km/h (in solo aerodynamic posture) or 120 km/h (in tandem mode), soaring 120 meters above the roaring rapids of the Hyul River and lush sal forest canopy.

Deceleration is handled seamlessly through a three-stage passive and mechanical braking architecture:

  • Stage 1 (Gravity Dip): The cable trajectory levels out and begins a slight upward incline toward the landing terminal, naturally converting kinetic energy into gravitational deceleration.
  • Stage 2 (Primary Spring Buffers): High-density progressive compression springs gently cushion the remaining forward momentum.
  • Stage 3 (Hydraulic Catch Arrestor): A magnetic-hydraulic latch engages the trolley safely and locks it into the recovery position.

The Automated Motorized Return Winch

At traditional zipline setups, finishing a flight requires an exhausting 30 to 45-minute uphill trek carrying heavy gear through rugged terrain. The Mohan Chatti Flying Fox eliminates this entirely through a state-of-the-art automated electric recovery winch:

  • Zero Hiking Required: After decelerating into the landing station, an auxiliary high-torque winch cable locks onto your trolley unit automatically.
  • Panoramic Return Glide: You are pulled smoothly back up the 1-kilometer cable at a relaxing 20 km/h, giving you a full 5 minutes of relaxed sightseeing to soak in the panoramic Himalayan peaks and river valley vistas.
  • Disembark at Launch Deck: You step right back off onto the main launch gantry where your family and belongings await, ready to receive your certificate.
Perfect for multi-generational families, couples, and seniors who want high adventure without mountain trekking exhaustion.
Choose Your Thrill

Solo, Tandem & Trio Flight Formations

Fly solo for ultimate aerodynamic speed, or link up with friends, partners, and family members to share the skies.

Solo Superflight

Top Speed: 140 km/h

Experience maximum aerodynamic freedom. Suspended in a horizontal superman posture, you cut through the canyon air with minimal drag for the fastest, most intense flight possible.

  • Pure solo Himalayan bird's-eye rush
  • Ideal for adrenaline junkies
  • Minimum Age: 12 Years (40-110 kg)
Book Solo (₹ 2,500)

Tandem Duo Flight

Top Speed: 120 km/h

Fly side-by-side with your partner, best friend, or spouse. Dual interconnected harnesses allow two flyers to share every scream, laugh, and breathtaking view in perfect synchronization.

  • Most popular choice for couples
  • Shared joy and shared courage
  • Combined Weight: Max 140 kg
Book Tandem (₹ 2,000 / person)

Trio Group Flight

Top Speed: 110 km/h

The ultimate group and family flight formation. Three flyers are linked across a specialized load-distribution spreader bar, perfect for parents flying with children or college squads.

  • Best value for groups and families
  • Children 8+ can fly with parents
  • Combined Weight: Max 150 kg
Book Trio (₹ 1,800 / person)
Certified Excellence

European Standard EN 15567 Safety Rigor

Every component, carabiner, harness, and pulley operates under strict international ropes course and aerial adventure standards.

Rigorous International Standards Compliance

The Mohan Chatti Flying Fox was engineered and commissioned under European Standard EN 15567 (Part 1: Construction and Safety Requirements, Part 2: Operation Requirements) and the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) guidelines.

Key safety protocols include:

  • Full-Body Pilot Harnesses: CE/UIAA certified ergonomic full-body harnesses with wide padded leg loops and thoracic support to evenly distribute body weight without pressure points.
  • Triple-Locking Alloy Carabiners: High-tensile forged alloy twist-lock carabiners rated at 30 kN (3,000 kg) breaking strength, preventing accidental gate opening.
  • Daily Laser Alignment & Tension Audits: Technicians inspect the entire 1,000m line each morning, checking cable tension, pulley track alignment, and electronic winch clutch resistance.

Eligibility & Participant Guidelines

The Flying Fox is exceptionally accessible across age demographics compared to vertical gravity bungees:

  • Minimum Age: 8 Years (Tandem/Trio with adult), 12 Years (Solo).
  • Minimum Weight: 35 kg (77 lbs) to ensure sufficient momentum.
  • Maximum Individual Weight: 130 kg (286 lbs).
  • Maximum Combined Weight: 140 kg (Tandem) / 150 kg (Trio).
  • Medical Inclusivity: Accessible for active seniors, guests with mild fear of heights, and first-time adventurers.
The Experience

The 7-Stage Flying Fox Lifecycle

Here is what happens from the moment you arrive at the Mohan Chatti gantry until you disembark with your flight certificate.

Stage 01

Registration & Weigh-in

Check-in at reception, complete your flight waiver, and step onto calibrated digital scales to determine the exact tandem/solo rigging configuration.

Stage 02

Safety Briefing & Helmet

Certified flight marshals fit you with a CE-approved climbing helmet and conduct a demonstration of the horizontal superman posture and braking phase.

Stage 03

Harness & Trolley Coupling

You are secured into the ergonomic flight harness. Two independent instructors couple your trolley to the 19mm steel cable and perform a four-eye cross-check.

Stage 04

Gate Release & 140 km/h Flight

The launch gate opens and you rocket out over the 120m canyon, flying across 1,000 meters of open sky over forests and rushing white water rapids.

Stage 05

Cushioned Buffer Landing

Progressive spring buffers and hydraulic arrestors decelerate your flight smoothly, bringing you to a gentle stop at the valley terminal.

Stage 06 & 07

Motorized Return & Honors

Relax as the electric return winch pulls you smoothly back up the canyon to the launch station, where you unrig and receive your official flight certificate.

National Benchmark

Rishikesh 1000m Flying Fox vs Other Indian Ziplines

Compare distance, flight speed, canyon elevation, and return mechanisms across prominent zipline installations in India.

Zipline / Flying Fox Site Length (Meters) Top Speed Elevation Above Floor Return Mechanism Flight Posture
Rishikesh (Mohan Chatti) 1,000 Meters (1 KM) 140 km/h 120 Meters Automated Motorized Winch Horizontal Superman & Tandem
Shivpuri River Zipline (Rishikesh) 200 Meters 45 km/h 30 Meters Manual River Walk / Hike Seated Harness
Neemrana Fort (Rajasthan) 400 Meters (5 Stages) 55 km/h 50 Meters Trail Walking Between Forts Seated Harness
Kerwa Dam (Bhopal) 520 Meters 65 km/h 40 Meters Dam Walkway Return Seated Harness
Kolad Zipline (Maharashtra) 300 Meters 50 km/h 25 Meters Riverbank Hike Seated Harness
Mohan Chatti is the only 1-kilometer single-cable high-speed flying fox in India equipped with an automated electric return winch.
Transparent Pricing

Flying Fox Rates & Adventure Combos

Choose solo or shared flight formations, or bundle with Bungee Jumping, Giant Swing, and River Rafting for the ultimate Himalayan getaway.

Individual

Solo Superflight

₹ 2,500 / flyer

Fly solo at full 140 km/h aerodynamic speed across the 1000m canyon.

  • 1,000m Single-Flyer Superflight
  • Automated Motorized Winch Return
  • EN 15567 Certified Harness & Helmet
  • Official Flying Fox Flight Certificate
  • Tapovan Shuttle (Add ₹300)
Book Solo Flight
Ultimate Combo

Bungee + Flying Fox

₹ 5,800 / person

Combine Asia's highest 83m Bungee with Asia's longest 1000m Flying Fox.

  • 83m Mohan Chatti Bungee Jump
  • 1,000m Flying Fox Flight
  • Motorized Winch Return Included
  • Save ₹950 compared to individual booking
  • Both Official Certificates Included
Book Combo
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Flying Fox

Everything you need to know about speeds, cable engineering, safety standards, and group bookings.

The Mohan Chatti Flying Fox spans exactly 1,000 meters (1 full kilometer) across a majestic mountain gorge on a single, continuous 19mm aircraft-grade galvanized steel cable. Suspended 120 meters above the rocky bed and rapids of the Hyul River, it is the longest, fastest (140 km/h), and highest commercial aerial flying fox installation in Asia.

Traditional ziplines (such as short 200m river crossings in Shivpuri) use seated swing harnesses where you glide upright at speeds of 30 to 45 km/h. In contrast, the Mohan Chatti Flying Fox features an aerodynamic horizontal superman harness, reaching speeds of 140 km/h over a massive 1-kilometer canyon span, and includes an automated electric recovery winch that pulls you back to the launch deck without any uphill hiking.

The installation is certified under European Standard EN 15567 (Parts 1 & 2) and ACCT (Association for Challenge Course Technology) guidelines. Daily non-destructive testing (NDT), morning test runs, cable tension calibration, and ultrasonic inspection of anchor bolts ensure zero failure risk. Over 1,00,000 flyers have flown safely with a 100% incident-free safety track record.

For Solo flights, the minimum age is 12 years and individual weight must be between 40 kg and 110 kg. For Tandem and Trio flights, children aged 8 years and above can fly alongside an adult. The minimum participant weight is 35 kg, with a maximum individual weight of 130 kg. Combined weight for Tandem is capped at 140 kg and for Trio at 150 kg to ensure optimal braking buffer tolerances.

You do NOT have to hike uphill! After flying 1,000 meters across the canyon and coming to a smooth stop at the valley terminal, an automated, high-torque electric recovery winch locks onto your trolley. The winch gently pulls you back up the 1-kilometer cable at a leisurely pace of 20 km/h, providing a relaxing 5-minute panoramic sightseeing glide back to the launch deck.

The braking system is completely passive and multi-tiered. As the cable reaches the valley floor, it naturally levels out and slopes slightly upward, using natural gravity to bleed off 80% of forward speed. The trolley then contacts heavy-duty progressive steel compression springs and an automated hydraulic catch latch, providing a cushioned, bump-free stop without sudden deceleration shock.

Yes, spectacles and sunglasses may be worn if they are secured with a tight-fitting sports retaining strap (available at the equipment desk). Without a strap, glasses must be removed to avoid them being blown off by the 140 km/h headwind. Contact lenses are 100% safe to wear.

Wear comfortable sports or outdoor clothing such as track pants, gym leggings, or knee-length shorts with a fitted t-shirt. Avoid loose skirts, dupattas, scarves, or dangling jewelry that could tangle with the trolley. Closed-toe sports shoes with rubber soles and laces are mandatory for launch deck safety.

Yes! The Flying Fox is widely regarded as one of the most accessible extreme activities in Rishikesh. Because you fly in a smooth, continuous glide without sudden freefall drops or spinal shock loads, it is enthusiastically enjoyed by active seniors up to 65+ years old and families flying together in tandem or trio configurations.

Handheld phones and selfie sticks are strictly prohibited to prevent dropping hazards above the river valley. You can securely mount an approved GoPro using our certified chest or wrist harness mounts, or purchase the official 4K multi-angle video package captured by high-speed gantry and valley tracking cameras.

The facility is located in Mohan Chatti, 15 km from Tapovan and Lakshman Jhula along the scenic Neelkanth Temple Road. You can book a seat on our air-conditioned shuttle coach departing regularly from the Tapovan central office, or drive your own vehicle/taxi with free on-site parking available at the Mohan Chatti reception.

In case of severe rain, lightning storms, or sustained crosswinds exceeding 30 knots, flight operations are temporarily paused for participant safety. If conditions do not clear, your slot is rescheduled to a future date of your choice or converted into a 100% credit voucher valid for 12 months with no cancellation deductions.

Ready to Soar at 140 km/h Across the Himalayan Sky?

Book Asia's longest 1000m Flying Fox online. Limited flight slots available daily to ensure zero rush and maximum personal safety.