Tree Top Quest is no more, as of 2024 Alton Towers have begun to remove the course!
The Experience
Tree Top Quest is located next to the Stargazing Pods by the main drive into the resort. If you choose to take on the attraction you have the option of two courses; Explorer – a low ropes course that is around 3m (10ft) off the ground or Challenger – a high ropes that is as high as 8m (26ft)! There’s a limited number of groups allowed on the course at anyone time, so it’s advisable to book ahead to guarantee a slot. More often than not though, there is usually space for guests who make a last minute decision to do it.
When you arrive you can choose to hire a helmet cam and record your adventure, though this isn’t compulsory. You will then be taken by a member of staff to have your safety harness fitted. The harness is then fully checked before you head over to the practice area. The practice area has one obstacle and a mini-zip wire, both only a few feet from the ground. Here you learn how to traverse the course on the safety line and you’re given a run through of the various safety rules. After that you head over to the tower and climb to your chosen course.
Both courses offer a variety of challenges, from swinging platforms, climbing walls and rope bridges. Though the obstacles can be challenging you are always attached to a safety line so even if you do fall you won’t drop more than a foot or so (which adds to the fun). There’s also a number of small zipwires dotted around the course, and at the very end you reach the large zipwire allowing you to fly through the trees at a dizzying speed (don’t forget to smile for the camera!).
If you don’t want to take to the skies you can follow your friends progress as most of the course is visible from pathways on the ground. Alternatively, you can also grab a drink and a snack from the “Crooked Teaspoon” outlet.
Once you’ve completed your challenge, you’re de-rigged from your safety equipment and you can view your zipwire photo back on solid ground.
