Parasailing · OAHU
Waikiki flies year-round on the trade winds, with Diamond Head on one side and the towers on the other. The 10 below sort the boats by line length, group size and whether the price includes the ride out from the harbour.
Take a shared one-hour boat ride from Kewalo Basin and fly tandem or triple up to 1,000 feet above Waikiki. The crew handles first-timers with care, and guides such as Marty, Sundance, Kyle, and James are often praised for calm instructions and good humor. Photos and GoPro footage cost extra.
“My kids did paragliding. The guys were awesome, had a wonderful experience with good music, vibes. We loved it.”
Meet Hawaiian Parasail at Ala Wai Boat Harbor for a one-hour Waikiki outing. After a safety briefing, you fly tandem or with one other person for five to eight minutes, with possible views of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, dolphins, turtles, flying fish, and winter whales. Crews such as Jason, Davi, James, and Luke keep the mood relaxed.
“First time parasailing for all 6 in our family. It was an amazing experience! Captain James and Luke were awesome! Go parasailing with Hawaiian Parasail, you will love it!!!”
Fly above Waikiki and the Pacific with Waikiki Parasail Hawaii from Ala Moana Harbor. You can choose a lower or 1,000-foot flight, ride with a group of up to 12, and possibly finish with a warm-water dip. Nick and the boat crew handle the equipment, safety briefing, and photos.
“Easy to find, friendly staff, nice equipment… It was a beautiful day. Left on time and returned quickly so it’s a great activity if in a time crunch!”
Meet H2O Sports Hawaii at Hawaii Kai Shopping Center for a safety briefing, boat transfer, and tandem parasailing flight over Maunalua Bay. Choose 500 or 700 feet, enjoy a gentle water dip before landing, and buy optional digital photos and GoPro video afterward.
“Venue is beautiful, activity is a lot of fun. Very professional and friendly staff, the experience doesn’t feel touristy (even if it is)”
Fly tandem or triple above Waikiki on a shared one-hour boat ride with Xtreme Parasail. Choose a line length up to 1,000 feet, enjoy views of Diamond Head, and expect a short flight of up to eight minutes. Crew members such as Kyle, Sundance, Marty, and LT Dan keep the mood light.
“Amazing experience! Sundance and Luke were awesome — professional, funny, and great with our kids. They made everyone feel safe, and even our daughter (who’s usually afraid of heights) said she’d do it again! The parasailing was breathtaking, the boat ride was a blast, and we even saw spinner dolphins. The music kept the vibe fun, and the photos came out fantastic (and were reasonably priced). Definitely recommend for a fun adventure!”
Fly above Waikiki with Go Hawaii Watersports on a small-group boat trip from Kewalo Basin. Choose a 600, 800, or 1,000-foot flight, ride solo or tandem, and add an optional ocean dip. Captains Daniel, Whitney, and Nick have been praised for clear instructions and a reassuring manner.
“This was a great & fun experience plus a nice birthday surprise for a couple of family members. The view from up in the sky is amazing (only wish I had waterproof camera). The activity provider will take a large number of pictures as you lift off & are carried upward for an additional reasonable price (receive SD card). On the way down, guests get a nice, refreshing dip in the ocean. Would highly recommend as long as you're okay with heights.”
Take a boat ride from H2O Sports Hawaii to Maunalua Bay Beach Park, then enjoy a 6- to 8-minute tandem parasail flight, often reaching about 500 feet. Expect a safety briefing, several boat transfers, and optional professional photos and GoPro video.
“I didn't know what to expect riding the parasail. But, it felt good and so relaxing. I would definitely do it again.”
Meet Hawaiian Parasail at 1651 Ala Moana Boulevard for a one-hour boat outing above Waikiki Beach. Fly tandem or triple, up to 500 feet, with a harness for a soft launch and landing. The captain decides if you get a dry ride or a quick water touch.
“Great experience!!!!! The guys were awesome, would definitely do it again. Thanks a lot you guys!!!!”
You’ll ride a shuttle from 377 Keahole Street to a Maunalua Bay platform for parasailing and a 30-minute Yamaha WaveRunner session. Parasailing offers wide ocean views and gentle height, while jet skis follow a marked course and may feel more controlled than free-roaming.
“The description says two hours but in totality the jet skiing and parasailing took over 3 hours plus time and it wasn’t the activities that took that much time it was the waiting to do the activities that made it so long. The parasailing was amazing and super fun for my adult sons (ages 23 and 18.) The jet skiing was just average. The jet skis are only allowed to travel in a circle around buoys and they don’t go super fast. We’ve been on jet skis in other places like Tahoe where the jet skis are free to roam the entire lake and went much faster. The jet skiing…”
Take a speedboat from Honolulu to Maunalua Bay, then fly tandem on a 600-foot tow-rope above Hawaii Kai. Scotty, Rick, or another instructor handles the safety briefing and gear. Your 90-minute outing includes a six-minute flight, with photos and GoPro video available to buy.
“Amazing staff and great view! Got a dolphin show today on group 8!!”
Pick a coast, a kind of take-off, or a boat with a bar on it.
