Sunday, October 17, 2010

Bootleg Canyon Flightlines from "Best of Vegas"

Have you ever imagined soaring from the top of a mountain with an eagle’s view? Or envisioned a new way of exploring mountain terrain without leaving a trace of your journey behind? If so, let your imagination become reality and experience the thrill and beauty of Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Boulder City’s newest eco-adventure.

Located on the Red Mountains, flightlines is similar to that of a zipline, except guests will be suspended from cables and comfortably sitting in a para-gliding harness. This patended technology will take you from point to point by flying over the desert ecosystem from the top of the Red Mountains down to the base. During your flight, you’ll experience a view of Nevada many don’t get to experience in a lifetime. From impressive distances to spectacular views and highly qualified guides, this is truly an excursion you won’t want to miss!

Many locals and guests to Nevada stick to hiking or cycling down trails to get the best views of the mountains and wildlife, but there is simply nothing like exploring the mountain from an aerial view!

Bootleg Canyon Flightlines is the only aerial trail system in Nevada.  Bootleg Flightlines consist of a multi-run and multi-line series of flightlines that range in length from 1150 ft. to 254 5ft. After a brief orientation groups of approximately 12 are shuttled to the top of the Red Mountains where they will begin their descent on a series of 4 lines flying across the canyons at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour. Guides will assist you on your flight as you journey down a total of 1.56 miles. As you soar like an eagle to the bottom enjoy beautiful wildlife, local mountain bikers and views of Nevada rarely seen.

The entire package will last approximately 2.5 hours, depending on group size and will include complimentary road-trip transportation from /to Excalibur hotel and casino, a safety class, a scenic van ride up to the Red Mountains, ½ mile hike to the first platform, and beautiful views of wildlife, Lake Mead, The Eldorado Valley and Boulder City.

For a little excitement on your trip to Las Vegas Bootleg Canyon Flightlines is the perfect way to test out the daredevil in you and explore Nevada like you never have before. Soar your way to excitement in this 2.5 hour thrilling tour!

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