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Parasailing Experience in Waikiki, HI
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Xtreme Parasail takes you parasailing off Waikiki from a shared boat at Kewalo Basin. The trip lasts 1 hour. The Standard flight costs from $88.52 per person. You meet at Slip F-1 for daily hourly departures from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Longer towline options let you change the flight while friends who aren't flying can buy observer seats.
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Parasailing Experience in Waikiki, HI at a glance
| Activity | Parasailing off Waikiki from a shared boat |
| Duration | 1 hour overall, up to 8 minutes flying |
| Flight price | from $88.52 per person |
| Departs | Daily, hourly from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. HST |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin Harbor, Slip F-1 |
| Check-in | 30 minutes before departure |
| Flyers | Ages 5 and up, no experience required |
| Flight format | Tandem or triple, pairing decided by the crew |
| Main trade-off | Extra fuel and ocean stewardship charges |
| Guide languages | English, Japanese |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- One Hour Shared Boat Ride
- Parasailing Experience
What's not included
- $8 fuel surcharge and $1 ocean steward fee
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
Flight options run from Standard through Ultimate Xtreme with different towline lengths. Observer seats don't include parasailing.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Observer (Not Parasailing) | every 60 minutes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
| Standard Parasail 700 ft | every 60 minutes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
| Deluxe Parasail 850ft | every 60 minutes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
| X-treme Parasail 1000ft | every 60 minutes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
| Ultimate Xtreme ride | every 60 minutes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily |
The catch: Your flight lasts up to 8 minutes within the shared boat trip.
The day
How does the day work?
The shared boat leaves Kewalo Basin for flights off Waikiki before returning to the same slip.
- 1
Waivers at the harbor
Adults sign waivers for minors in their party. Everyone checks in at the Xtreme Parasail booth before boarding the shared boat.
- 2
Boat and flight preparation
The crew explains safety and fits your flight gear. The boat takes you offshore for views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.
- 3
Flight with other guests
You fly beside another guest or in a group of three. The crew decides the pairing using passenger weights and weather conditions.
- 4
Return to Kewalo
After the flights the boat heads back to Kewalo Basin. Photos are available to buy if you want a record of your flight.
The 1-hour boat outing includes up to 8 minutes of flight time. Flight duration depends on conditions. You finish back at Slip F-1.
Pickup and meeting point
- Find the booth: The booth at Kewalo Basin has a jet ski on top. It's at Slip F-1 across from Ward Village, beside a stop sign.
- Arrival time: Arrive with your whole party 30 minutes ahead of the activity time. Late arrivals who miss the boat aren't eligible for a refund.
- Your ride: You arrange travel to Kewalo Basin and back to your hotel. There isn't a hotel transfer attached to this booking.
Before you book
- Choose the same flight option for people who want to fly together. A solo booking pairs you with another flyer.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 700-foot Standard flight suits couples who want a shared parasail outing off Waikiki. You don't need the longest towline. Friends who won't fly can book observer seats. Your group needs time for the 30-minute check-in before the boat leaves.
Hawaiian Parasail suits you if Ala Wai Harbor is the preferred starting point, from $89 per person with fuel included. For a six-guest boat in Maunalua Bay, H2O Sports costs from $94.24 per person.
Who it's not for
- Children under 5 who want to fly
- Anyone requiring a solo flight
- Pregnant travelers, including boat observers
- Travelers with spinal injuries
Good to know
Know before you go
Flyers must be at least 5 years old. Younger children can ride with an observer ticket. An adult signs the waiver for minors, and pregnancy rules also apply to passengers staying aboard.
The combined weight limit per flight is 450 to 550 lb, depending on conditions. The crew assigns pairs or triples. Heavier parties should plan on the lower figure.
Your entire party needs to reach Slip F-1 at Kewalo Basin 30 minutes before departure. The booth has a jet ski on top. Late arrival doesn't qualify for a refund.
The $8 fuel surcharge and $1 ocean steward fee are paid on top of the flight price. Photos are optional, and your journey from the hotel is another separate expense.
Bookings made through the booking page get a full refund until 24 hours before the activity. After that, there's no refund.
One reservation accepts up to fifteen travelers. Keep the mobile ticket available at check-in. Boat observers need their own tickets too, and adding another passenger at the dock isn't guaranteed.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Board at Ala Wai Harbor
Hawaiian Parasail, Since 1977Hawaiian Parasail includes fuel with the flight. Your 800-foot towline option costs from $89 per person and leaves from Ala Wai Harbor.
★ 4.8 · 1,407 reviews · from $89 per person
Share a boat with fewer guests
Maunalua Bay Higher Flyer Parasailing AdventureH2O's boat holds six guests including observers. The Maunalua Bay flight costs from $94.24 per person, with a transfer to the launch boat.
★ 4.6 · 232 reviews · from $94.24 per person
Leave after afternoon plans
Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu HawaiiGo Hawaii Watersports has a 6 p.m. departure. Flying costs from $80 per person, and your companion can buy a separate observer ticket.
★ 4.7 · 242 reviews · from $80 per person
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Questions
People also ask
- How much does Xtreme Parasail's Standard flight cost?
Standard parasailing starts from $88.52 per person. That option uses a 700-foot towline and includes flight equipment. Your fuel and stewardship charges remain separate, while longer-line options cost more. Observer tickets cost less.
- Can a solo traveler book Xtreme Parasail?
Yes, one traveler can reserve a place. You won't fly alone in the parachute. The crew pairs solo guests with another flyer and decides whether a flight carries two or three people.
- How long is the Xtreme Parasail flight?
Your flight lasts up to 8 minutes. The shared boat outing occupies a 1-hour slot, with other guests taking their turns. The 30-minute check-in window comes before that activity time.
- Can everyone in a family fly together with Xtreme Parasail?
The parachute carries two or three flyers together. A larger family takes separate turns. Choose the same flight option for people hoping to share a flight, since different towline bookings can't be combined.
- What happens if weather cancels Xtreme Parasail?
A weather cancellation brings a refund or rescheduling. That differs from missing your own departure. Your party still needs to follow the 30-minute arrival requirement unless the trip has been canceled, and flight pairings depend on conditions.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.