Vertigo Brisbane Vertigo Drop with Charcuterie & Drink

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Sit harnessed in at a table for two, four storeys up on the brick face of the Brisbane Powerhouse, with a charcuterie box, a drink and the city skyline in front of you at golden hour. When you are done, take the 17 metre dropline back to the ground.

Days

About 1.5 hours, 1 hour at the table

Age

10 years and over

Group size

Eight tables for two

Start / finish

Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm / Brisbane Powerhouse

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

Make your own way; paid parking on site

Meals

Shared charcuterie box and one drink

Route

Map of Vertigo Brisbane Vertigo Drop with Charcuterie & Drink

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Included experiences

Brisbane Powerhouse — climb to a dining rig on the brick façade
Table for two — charcuterie box and a drink 17 metres up
City skyline — golden-hour views across Brisbane
Dropline — a 17 metre descent down the building to finish

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Itinerary

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CHECK IN AT THE POWERHOUSE

Your evening starts at the Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm, on a bend of the Brisbane River. The huge brick building was a power station that fed the city's tram network, and it reopened as an arts centre in 2000, its graffiti and rusted machinery left in place. Check in at your session time with photo ID. Everyone takes a quick breath test (it has to read zero), signs a form, and leaves bags and phones in secure storage. Want photos? Hire an approved lanyard for your phone. Then the crew fit your harness and run through the safety brief.

UP THE BRICK WALL

Next comes the climb: about 100 stairs inside the building, then a 3 metre ladder out onto the rig. Vertigo is a custom platform of eight tables for two fixed to the brick face of the Powerhouse, four storeys and 17 metres above the ground. The crew clip you in, your legs dangle over the edge, and suddenly the hardest part is behind you. The river curls past, the lawns of New Farm Park, famous for its jacarandas, stretch out next door, and the city skyline fills the view.

DINNER 17 METRES UP

Now settle in for about an hour at your table. Each table shares a charcuterie box: brie, cheddar, quince, salami, mortadella, olives, cornichons and fruit with gluten-free crackers, or a vegan box with vegan cheddar and charred vegetables. Each of you has one alcoholic drink, with soft drinks and water as you like. As the sun drops, the light turns gold on the river and the city towers start to glow. Sessions run on Friday and Saturday evenings, so the Powerhouse is usually busy below you.

DOWN THE DROPLINE

To finish, take the 17 metre dropline straight down the face of the building, feet first, to the ground. If that's a step too far, you can walk back down through the Powerhouse instead. Booked Walk the Plank? You head back up and step off a plank for another 17 metre plunge. Then it's time to collect your things, and New Farm's restaurants and bars are a short stroll away if the night isn't over.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm. Public transport, a rideshare or taxi is the easiest way in; there is a paid car park of about 150 spaces.
Departure time: Friday and Saturday evening sittings between 5pm and 9pm; your session time is confirmed when you book.
Duration: About an hour at the table; allow about 1.5 hours in all.
Minimum age: 10 years. Guests aged 10 to 18 come with a parent or guardian.
Fitness: You climb about 100 stairs and a 3 metre ladder. Weight 25 to 120 kg, harness girth up to 115 cm, height over 110 cm. Not for anyone pregnant, or with neck, back or heart problems, blood pressure issues, recent surgery or injury, seizures, or dizziness or fainting.
Dietary needs: Choose standard or vegan when you book. The vegan box contains nuts (the cheese is nut-based); the standard box has no nuts but traces cannot be ruled out. Staff cannot give EpiPens.
Please note: No alcohol before you arrive: a reading above 0.00 means you cannot go up. Leave off necklaces, dangling earrings and bangles, tie back long hair, and use the bathroom before the climb. Sessions run in light rain but not in heavy rain, storms, hail or high wind.

What to bring

Photo ID
Shorts or trousers (no skirts or dresses)
Closed-toe shoes with rubber soles
A light waterproof jacket if rain is about
Your own EpiPen if you carry one

What is included

Harness, safety equipment and crew
Seat at a table for two on the rig, about an hour aloft
Shared charcuterie box per table, standard or vegan
One alcoholic drink (18 and over)
Unlimited soft drinks and water
17 metre dropline descent
Secure storage for bags and phones

Not included

Extra alcoholic drinks
Walk the Plank add-on
Phone lanyard hire, if you want your phone with you
Parking in the Powerhouse car park

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

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What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

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Private tours and families

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Booking the trip

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If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

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Does the tour price include flights?

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Who travels with us

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Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

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If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

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