Zorbing frequently asked questions
| How much is it to go Zorbing? |
| Solo Hydro £33.00 Dual Hydro £48.00 Triple Hydro £58.00 Dual Harness £48.00. Full prices can be found here. |
| Is Zorbing safe? |
| Zorbing is classed as an extreme sport, we have been operating for 11 years and have a 100% safety record. See the video here. |
| What are your satnav coordinates? |
| Here in the countryside we have found most satnavs work best with the following info: Ilsington Road DT2 8QN. Full location details here. |
| What do I need to bring? |
| If already pre-booked then you need to bring your voucher. For hydro Zorbing please bring a change of clothes (we recommend shorts/trousers and t-shirt), spare pair of socks and a towel. For harness Zorbing you need a spare pair of socks and clothes suitable for the outdoors. |
| Do you have parking? |
| Yes we do. |
| What happens if my booking is cancelled due to the weather? |
| You can rebook for another day in the season, just email info@zorbsouth.co.uk with your original booking date and name and the new date you would like to book for. |
| Is there disabled access? |
| We do have disabled toilets, however the site is quite steep but we are happy to help in any way possible but it may not be suitable for all disabilities. |
| Which ride is faster and more extreme? |
| Both experiences are very different although the harness is more extreme as you are going head over heels. See the video here, or read about them here. |
| Can I go Zorbing somewhere else? |
| As far as we know we are the only company in the UK to use original zorbing products, that have been safely tried and tested by David; Andrew Akers (OGO), the inventors of Zorbing, although there are other products out there, we are not able to confirm that they are as safe as our own. |
| Where is the nearest town? |
| The nearest town is Dorchester which is 5 minutes away. Full location details here. |
| How big are the balls? |
| The balls stand 3 metres high. Pictures can be seen here. |
| What is the difference between Harness and Hydro Zorbing? |
| Harness Zorbing – Two people harnessed in safely facing each other then go head over heels down our run with a few bounces! Hydro Zorbing - Can be done on your own, in pairs or with three people at a time. You dive inside with the equivalent to 2 buckets of water (warm water on cold days). Sat on the bottom, when launched, you slip and slide as the ball rotates around you! The best fun ever!!!! If you do the experience on your own try the Heroes Challenge - Run all the way to the bottom and win a free T-Shirt! Pictures can be seen here. See the video here. |
| Are there any height weight or age restrictions for Zorbing? |
| Harness Zorbing - Must be 4ft 5 high and maximum joint weight must not exceed 28 stone (180kg) Hydro Zorbing - Age 6 and over, maximum weight for multiple riders must not exceed 40 stone (250kg) Parents or a guardian over 18 must accompany anyone under 18 on the day of the experience and countersign a waiver form. |
| Can I just buy a Zorbing experience without booking the date? |
| Yes you can, our Zorbing Vouchers make great gifts and can be purchased all year round. Once the voucher has been given the participant can then book their experience in their own time. |
| Can I come Zorbing without a gift voucher? |
| Yes you can, there is a facility to buy and book your date straight away. Once your transaction has been completed your reference number will be emailed to you which you need to bring on the day. |
| When can I make my booking for my Zorbing Experience? |
| Purchases for rides and gift vouchers can be made all year round. The 2012 season calendar is available to book your Zorbing experience now. See our operational periods here. |
| I already have a voucher and want to book my Zorbing experience? |
| Have your voucher number handy and go to our home page and click on Redeem Voucher; you will then see our Zorbing calendar. Check the date and time you wish to come for availability then complete the booking form. |
| What do I need to wear when Zorbing? |
| Harness Zorbing – You can wear your everyday clothing as long as your shoulders are covered, you also need to wear socks so it is a good idea to bring a spare pair. Hydro Zorbing – You get wet through so we recommend shorts/trousers and a T-shirt, and you must wear socks, so you definitely need to bring a change of clothes spare socks and remember the spare undies!!! See the video here. |
| When do you have to cancel the Zorbing experience? |
| Zorbing is most affected by wind speed and direction, and therefore due to Health & Safety, Zorbing South UK Ltd will: Cancel all Zorbing operations if wind speeds are deemed to be too high. |
| Why do you sometimes cancel the Harness Zorbing and not the Hydro? |
| For Harness Zorbing two people are harnessed facing each other with the weight distribution centred in the middle, with downhill winds exceeding 15mph, harness zorbing is cancelled, as the balls travel faster. For Hydro Zorbing the weight distribution is totally different you are based in the bottom with the extra weight of the water acting as an anchor thus more controllable with downhill winds. |
| Do you have changing facilities? |
| Yes we have male and female changing rooms. |
| Can we bring spectators? |
| You certainly can we have a seating area with picnic tables and umbrellas so you can bring your lunch too! |
| Can I bring my dog? |
| All dogs welcome as long as they are kept on a lead. |
| Where is the nearest train station? |
| Dorchester South & Dorchester West. Full location details here. |
| Can I take pictures? |
| Yes you can, within the viewing areas for personal use only, not commercial. |
| How long will I be on site? |
| For individual bookings please allow 1 hour. |
| When are you open? |
| We are operating from 31 March until 7 October 2012 and our site is open to the public between 10am and 5pm, please check our 2012 calendar for details. See our operational periods here. |
