What to Bring for a Zipline Adventure

A zipline day needs more than harnesses and helmets. This shopping list covers the safety equipment, picnic setup, barbecue supplies, drinks, and practical extras needed for the activity and the meal afterward. Count tableware, chairs, drinks, and food against your final participant list, including dietary requirements. Check first which safety items the zipline provider supplies, because duplicate specialist equipment is expensive and unnecessary.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Zipline harnessesqty 12
Safety helmetsqty 12
Safety glovesqty 12
Safety lanyardsqty 12
Carabinersqty 24
Knee padsqty 12
Warning tape
First aid kit
Emergency blanketqty 2

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 4
Folding chairsqty 14
Picnic blanketqty 3
Waste binsqty 3

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 16
Reusable bowlsqty 16
Reusable glassesqty 24
Mugsqty 14
Cutlery setsqty 16
Serving bowlsqty 8
Serving spoonsqty 6

Kitchen

Barbecueqty 2
Barbecue tongsqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knifeqty 3
Coolersqty 4
Ice packsqty 16
Thermos flasksqty 2
Serving traysqty 3

Equipment

Bluetooth speaker
Power bankqty 3
Extension cordqty 2
Charging cablesqty 3

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 3
Battery lanternsqty 4

Decorations

Buntingqty 3
Tableclothqty 4

Cleaning

Washing-up tubsqty 2
Spongesqty 6
Tea towelsqty 8
Towelsqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Still water - 24 bottles
- Sparkling water - 12 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Beer - 48 bottles
- Alcohol-free beer - 12 bottles
- White wine - 4 bottles
- Rosé - 3 bottles
- Red wine - 2 bottles
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea bags - 1 box
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Baguettes - 8 pieces
- Unsalted butter - 2 packs
- Herb butter - 4 tubs
- Hamburger buns - 18 pieces
- Hamburgers - 18 pieces
- Vegetarian burgers - 6 pieces
- Chicken skewers - 24 pieces
- Vegetarian skewers - 12 pieces
- Corn on the cob - 12 pieces
- Zucchini - 4 pieces
- Bell peppers - 8 pieces
- Mushrooms - 1 kilogram
- Baby potatoes - 3 kilograms
- Pasta salad - 2 kilogram
- Green salad - 2 kilogram
- Cucumbers - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 kilogram
- Arugula - 4 bags
- Feta - 600 gram
- Grated cheese - 600 gram
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 tin
- Pepper - 1 can
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Italian herbs - 1 canister
- Ice pops - 24 pieces
- Chocolate cake - 2 pieces
- Whipped cream - 4 cans
- Paprika chips - 3 bags
- Plain chips - 3 bags
- Salted peanuts - 2 bags
- Olives - 3 jars
- Grapes - 2 kilogram
- Apples - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 2 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 1 roll
- Barbecue firelighters - 2 boxes
- Charcoal - 2 bags
- Napkins - 3 packs

Tips

Confirm the provider’s equipment list before shopping. Ask specifically about harnesses, helmets, gloves, lanyards, carabiners, and knee pads, and check whether equipment is supplied per participant or shared.
Plan drinks by the hour: allow 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour, then 1–2 per person for each additional hour. Chill what you can the day before and keep the rest cold in coolers with ice packs.
Pack food and serving supplies separately from the safety equipment. Keep reusable plates, bowls, glasses, mugs, cutlery, serving bowls, and serving spoons together so they are not left behind when the group departs.
Prepare for a meal outdoors with cutting boards, a chef’s knife, barbecue tongs, serving trays, and the barbecue. Add extra food for dietary requirements once registrations are complete, not before.
Bring practical backup items that are easy to forget: a first aid kit, emergency blanket, warning tape, power bank, waste bins, and thermos flasks. Check the forecast and confirm the backup weather plan before buying fresh food.

Frequently asked questions

How much food and drink do I need for a zipline adventure?: Use the finalized participant list as your base and add about 10% extra food for unexpected guests or larger appetites. For drinks, plan 2–3 per person for the first hour and 1–2 per person for every hour after that, with extra water for the activity.
Do I need to buy zipline safety equipment?: Not always. Ask the activity provider at least 1 week before the event whether harnesses, safety helmets, gloves, lanyards, carabiners, and knee pads are included. Only buy or bring equipment that the provider has approved for use.
How many plates, glasses, and chairs should I bring?: Bring one reusable plate, bowl, glass, mug, and cutlery set per participant, plus 10% extra if transport allows. Provide one chair per person and at least one picnic blanket or additional seating option for the meal.
When should I chill drinks and pack the coolers?: Chill drinks the day before and fill the coolers shortly before departure. Put ice packs in the freezer at least 24 hours ahead, then pack drinks, fresh food, and dietary-specific items in clearly separated sections.

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