You'll Soon Be Able to Soar Across the Desert Via the World's Longest Zipline

London has one, currently letting locals and visitors fly across the city. Sydney is getting one as well, stretching between two skyscrapers 75 metres above Circular Quay. Melbourne flirted with the concept, but it was ultimately too structurally difficult and costly to implement. Yes, ziplines are popping up and topping tourist attraction wishlists everywhere — including the new desert wire that's set to become the world's longest.

Although the exact length of the new zipline coming to the United Arab Emirates won't be revealed until it opens in December, it's reported to be longer than 28 soccer fields. That will make it at least 2800 metres in total, zooming past The Monster in Puerto Rico, all from Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak.

Indeed, the numbers keep coming for the mammoth line, with its mountain base located 1934 metres high above sea level, and riders expected to reach speeds of up to 130 kilometres per hour. Plus, the site will boast two wires for double the fun, allowing high-flyers to glide side by side.

Throw in the fact that anyone eager to zip along will do so face down — getting a stellar view of the scenic sights, and living out their superhero fantasies — and the scene is set for quite the thrilling experience. The project is designed to be eco-friendly, using LED lighting and photovoltaic fabric materials, and also features a welcome centre, complete with a viewing lounge and restaurant.

Via Whats On UAE. Images:Mathew.k.scaria / Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority.