Riverbanks Zoo Offers 'Sky-High' Fun with Ropes Course

Zoo-goers can experience the zoo from a much higher point of view thanks to a new attraction. 

"Sky-High Safari," a 44-foot-tall ropes course, is now open. The course takes climbers through more than 30 balance-testing obstacles, including rope ladders, bridges, nets and tight-rope style footlines.

Climbers are secured with a full-body harness and tied to an overhead tracking system as they navigate through the course.

The three-story course can accomodate multiple climbers at one time.

While walking on the ropes, bridges and ladders, climbers have a view of the zoo's African Savanna exhibit, which is located across from the ropes course. 

The course is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Prices range from $3 to $7, depending on your level of membership. Climbers must also pay regular admission to enter the zoo.