Go Ape Southampton
Southampton, Hampshire
About Go Ape Southampton
If you're looking for an action-packed day out for adventure seekers or zipline fanatics, then you'll find, sitting right next to the beautiful River Itchen, Go Ape Southampton! An incredible outdoor attraction that not only offers three family-friendly high ropes adventures with stunning views over meadows and woodlands that are totally worth pausing for, BUT an hour of axe-throwing fun!
Explore the beautiful forest, head for heights and embrace ground-based adventures for all ages - at Go Ape Southampton!
Returning this autumn - Sundown Adventures!
Back by popular demand. Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light across 25 locations for a limited time between 17th October and 9th November. Go Ape Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark. Become a creature of the night as you climb through the canopy on a high ropes course lit with colourful lights. Test your skills on tree top crossings and experience the thrill of a zip wire ride into the darkness. It's a unique opportunity to enjoy the forest's beauty and experience the adrenaline rush of adventure after dark. The experience takes one to two hours, and the Go Ape team are around to help throughout. It starts with a safety briefing and harness fitting. For ages 6 and up (minimum height 1.2 metres) this is an adventure that will delight kids and adults alike.
Fun Activities for Thrill Seekers
It’s home to some of the trickier Go Ape adventures, so be ready to channel your wild side and conquer them all! After a safety briefing and demonstrations - where you can practise! You'll be on the way to your Go Ape experience and tree-high physical fun!
Did you know Go Ape Southampton now have a brand new course for 2024? The Treetop Adventure Plus experience lets young explorers (over 6 years and 1.2m tall) explore the forest canopy, leap skyward bounds and finish off with the ultimate treetop activity with an epic zip line down to the forest floor! They'll find their feet on Treetop Adventure before taking on the two new Treetop Adventure Plus loops - and more than 20 challenging new crossings! They'll enjoy more independence, higher platforms and extra challenging crossings that wobble and weave before an additional solo zip-wire ride back to the ground.
If you’ve got little kids, swing into action on Treetop Adventure. Keeping family in mind, this high-rope adventure has no age limit! So, even your tots can have a go, as long as they’re over one metre tall. There’s plenty to keep them busy up there, from wobbly bridges, and intricate crossing straight to a speedy 100m+ zip-wire ride! Don't forget to take in the breathtaking scenery.
Then there’s the Treetop Challenge! At a knee-knocking 12m high, this is one of the biggest high-ropes courses in Southern England. Add to that 440 acres of woodland, 40 crossings, a giant 250m long speedy zip wire finale AND the epic Tarzan Swings: it all equals up to an award-winning day out!
Go Ape Southampton is the perfect family day out for those looking for a dose of thrill and wanting to tackle tricky tree-high crossings and high ropes experiences.
Did you think that was it? Wrong! Ready to channel your inner warrior? Axe Throwing is not just the perfect stress reliever but bags of fun. Get ready to enjoy the thrill of flinging an axe at a target in the great outdoors, as you aim for the all-important bullseye.
Completing your ultimate forest adventure, why don't you explore the beautiful woodland with a forest walk? With 440 acres of water meadows, woodland trails and outdoor activities to get stuck into, you'll enjoy lots of laughter out in the open!
You'll also find an adventure playground with animal sculptures to discover!
Food & Drink
After your action-packed hour and family adventures, you'll probably be hungry! Well, you can pop over to the cafe for a bite to eat and some refreshments. Or you can bring a packed lunch and enjoy a picnic in the picnic areas!
Why We Recommend Go Ape Southampton For Families
Go Ape Southampton is a fantastic destination for families looking to add a dash of adventure to their day. This outdoor experience is not only fun but also a great way for families to build confidence, strengthen bonds, and encourage teamwork. With rope experiences designed for various age groups and skill levels, Go Ape Southampton ensures a safe and engaging day out for everyone, making it a must-visit for families craving a mix of adventure and nature!
- Brand new Treetop Adventure Course
- Thrilling axe throwing
- The perfect outdoor family adventure
Brand New Treetop Adventure Plus
For those thrill-seeking families who have kids aged 6-10, you can experience high-wired fun with the Treetop Adventure Plus! Where they'll have more freedom, greater heights and more adrenaline based fun.
Stress-Busting Activity
Need to let off some steam? Scream like a Viking as you swing your axe straight at the target! Axe throwing is a fantastic on-the-ground activity that has all the thrills, without all the height.
Itchen Valley Country Park
After all your Go Ape-ventures, head to the country park to explore some of the 440 acres of transcent meadows and woodlands. There's so much to see and experience. Like the Keepers Trail, Nature Detective Trail and the Tree Trail! It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in nature.
Plus, Itchen Valley is easily accessible via train, car and bus - so there's no excuse!
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
Opening times may vary, so check Go Ape’s website for more details!
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £21.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £21.00
Sundown Adventures
Treetop Adventure Plus from £28.00 per person
Treetop Adventure from £23.00 per person
Prices may vary, please check the attraction's website for details.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Itchen Valley Country Park Allington Lane, West End
Southampton
Hampshire
SO30 3HQ
England
Tel: 01603895500
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By Train:
Southampton Airport parkway is our nearest train station, next to the airport. From here you can catch the xelabus X4 Towards West End. Get off the bus just after passing Haskins garden centre. From here it’s just under a mile walk (about 20 minutes) Continue along the road until you reach the roundabout. Turn left and follow the road until you reach the entrance to the park.
By Bus:
The nearest bus stop to Go Ape Itchen Valley is about a 20-minute walk away (less than a mile)
By Car: various
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Last Updated: 15:32 03/09/2025
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