The 9 Parasailing Tours in the USA That Earn Their Price

1.Parasailing Experience in Waikiki, HI

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,692 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Xtreme Parasail takes you from near Kewalo Basin Harbor to a tandem or triple flight above Waikiki. Choose a line length up to 1,000 feet, enjoy Diamond Head views, and expect about eight minutes in the air within a one-hour boat trip. Crew members such as Marty, Sundance, Kyle, and James are known for helping first-timers relax.

“It was really fun and the staff made it more fun and also made sure we felt safe. It’s super peaceful in the air.”

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2.Hawaiian Parasail Since 1977

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,366 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $45

Launch from Ala Wai Boat Harbor and fly tandem or with one other person for five to eight minutes, reaching up to 500 feet above Oahu. The crew handles the safety briefing and equipment, while you enjoy views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and possible sea turtles, dolphins, flying fish, and winter whales. The boat carries no more than 11 people.

“The crew was very inviting and friendly, as well as very skillful. Safety first and they made sure we were secured and comfortable. This was our first experience parasailing and they’re expertise made the experience memorable and enjoyable, something we won’t forget. We want to go again!”

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3.Waikiki Parasailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,176 reviews · 1 hour · from $75

Take a one-hour Waikiki parasailing trip with an experienced English- or Japanese-speaking crew. You will boat out from Slip F06, rise above turquoise water and golden beaches, and see Diamond Head from the air. Flights may reach 600 or 1,000 feet, with optional water dips on some rides. Check in 30 minutes early.

“Great experience, guides were really cool, knowledgeable and experienced. Because of a wind factor I had to ride with other people (I booked as a single rider), but they honored my preferences of being "dipped" lol.”

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4.Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 635 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $97

Take off from SPI Excursions with a professional crew and parasail singly, as a pair, or three at a time above Laguna Madre Bay. You will spend about 7 to 10 minutes in the air, with the full trip lasting 60 to 90 minutes. Bart and Walker are popular crew members known for calming first-time flyers and keeping the boat lively.

“Captain Bart always makes it the best time! If you’ve never been I recommend going with captain Bart and walker! They make your first time seem like your 5th. Great guys and keep your nerves calm before going!”

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5.Parasailing Experience in Destin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 521 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Meet at 500 Harbor Blvd for a 90-minute boat outing with Flipper’s Adventures. Fly two or three at a time, usually with friends or family, while Brandon, Braden, Bo, Dave, or another crew member handles the ride. Your flight lasts about 10 minutes, and the boat carries up to 15 people.

“Brandon and Bo were fantastic!! Awesome experience for us first timers and the pictures are amazing.”

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6.Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Fly up to 400 feet above Fort Lauderdale Beach with a US Coast Guard licensed captain and a small group of up to 12. Expect 8 to 12 minutes in the air, scenic views of Port Everglades and the Intracoastal Waterway, and a possible ocean dip. Crews including Matt, Lee, Mike, and Trey are known for friendly, calm instruction.

“This tour was a 10 /10 . First time flyer , our guides was great and I felt safe and had a awesome time. The boat ride was fun and the time in the air was calming and wonderful. Love it”

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7.Big Island Parasailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $136

Meet at Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel for a roughly one-hour UFO Parasail trip. Choose a single, tandem, or triple flight, rise as high as 1,200 feet, and land back on the boat, not in the water. The crew, including names such as Ty, Doc, Micah, and Casey, keeps the process clear and relaxed.

“It was absolutely awesome!! The crew was great! I would definitely recommend this to everyone! Sooo fun!”

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8.Parasailing Adventure at the Hilton Head Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Fly above Calibogue Sound with Island Head, taking in Harbour Town Lighthouse, Daufuskie Island, and Hilton Head Island. Your 8 to 10 minute flight can be tandem or triple, wet or dry, with all equipment supplied. Captains Jake, Steve, Jackson, and Nathan are among the crew names associated with recent outings.

“This was a bucket list and i am so glad i did it with the crew i did!!! Nathan was funny and very calming for first timers like everyone on the boat.”

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9.Parasailing Experience in Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 337 reviews · 1 hour · from $75

Meet Miami Watersports at Pier 9 in Dinner Key Marina for a one-hour speedboat and parasailing trip. After a safety briefing, two or three people fly at a time, reaching 400 feet above Biscayne Bay. The crew, including guides such as Captain Tom and Tommy, handles the gear and can lower you toward the water before landing you back on the boat.

“It was the best experience we had.it was the very first time me and my husband did water activity. We had the BEST time.”

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