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Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii
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Go Hawaii Watersports takes you parasailing off Waikiki from a shared boat at Kewalo Basin Harbor. Flying costs from $80 per person. The trip lasts up to 1 hour. You meet at Slip F06 for daily departures from 8 a.m. with half-hour slots from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Those later departures give you room for earlier plans and companions who aren't flying can buy observer seats.
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Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii at a glance
| Activity | Parasailing off Waikiki, observer seats available |
| Duration | Up to 1 hour, dependent on group size and weather |
| Flight price | from $80 per person |
| Departs | Daily at 8 a.m., then every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. HST |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin Harbor, Slip F06 |
| Check-in | 30 minutes before departure |
| Flyer limits | Flyers aged 5 and up weighing at least 50 lb, maximum combined weight 450 lb |
| Group | Twelve guests maximum |
| Main trade-off | Taxes and fuel charges beyond the price |
| Guide languages | English |
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
- Boat tour: Begin with a boat ride along the famous Waikiki coastline to the parasailing location.
- Flight Options: Choose from altitude options ranging from 600 to 1,000 feet
- Experienced Crew: Professional crew to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the experience.
- Equipment: Life jacket, harness, chute, and other necessary gear.
- Optional Splash: A brief dip in the water before being lifted back into the air.
What's not included
- Taxes and Fees
- Surcharges on fuel
Options
Which option to book
Flying options range from the 600-foot ride to the 1,000-foot ride. Observer tickets cover the boat ride without parasailing.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Observer- Not Flying | 20 start times from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily |
| 600ft Parasailing Ride | 20 start times from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily |
| 800ft Parasailing Ride | 20 start times from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily |
| 1000ft Parasailing Ride | 20 start times from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily |
The catch: Check-in is 30 minutes early and there's no refund if you miss the boat.
The day
How does the day work?
The boat cruises along Waikiki to the parasailing area where you take your flight before returning to Kewalo Basin.
- 1
Check-in and briefing
The crew gets your group ready with a safety briefing and flight gear. Everyone boards before the booked activity starts.
- 2
Cruise to the flight area
You ride along the Waikiki coast to the parasailing location. Observers share this boat portion with the guests who have booked a flight.
- 3
Flight and optional splash
Flights take place in tandem or groups of three. An optional water dip briefly lowers you toward the sea before the parasail rises again.
- 4
Harbor return
The outing finishes with the boat returning to Kewalo Basin. You can buy a photo package afterward if you'd like images from your flight.
The full outing lasts up to 1 hour. Its length varies with the group and sea conditions. You return to Slip F06 in Kewalo Basin.
Pickup and meeting point
- Harbor location: Go Hawaii Watersports meets at 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard, Slip F06 in Kewalo Basin Harbor. You travel there independently from your hotel.
- Time at the dock: Arrive at the harbor 30 minutes ahead of your reservation time. The crew begins boarding 5 minutes before the activity is due to start.
- Getting back: The boat returns you to the same harbor slip. Your trip back to Waikiki is separate, and this booking doesn't provide a hotel transfer.
Before you book
- Choose an observer ticket for a companion who wants to stay aboard. It doesn't cover a flight.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 6 p.m. departure suits you when daytime plans leave parasailing until later. You can bring a companion who won't fly. Their observer ticket covers the boat ride. Your party shares a boat with up to twelve guests, so this isn't a private outing.
Hawaiian Parasail includes fuel if you prefer that in the price, from $89 per person for its 800-foot flight. For a smaller boat during a Hawaii Kai visit, H2O Sports costs from $94.24 per person.
Who it's not for
- Flyers younger than 5 or below 50 lb
- Flight groups over 450 lb combined
- Pregnant travelers
- Parties needing more than twelve seats together
Good to know
Know before you go
Flyers need to be at least 5 years old and weigh 50 lb or more. The shared parachute has a 450 lb combined limit. Your party must meet the limits even with separate paid tickets.
Your check-in is 30 minutes before departure at Kewalo Basin Slip F06. Boarding starts 5 minutes before the reservation time. A missed boat isn't refundable, so the journey from your hotel needs a buffer.
Wear swimwear and bring a towel for the optional dip. A light cover-up is also recommended. The price excludes tax and fuel, while the crew supplies the harness and other flight equipment.
Bookings made through the booking page get a full refund until 24 hours before the activity. After that, there's no refund.
Weather can delay or cancel the activity. If weather cancels it, you're offered a new date or a full refund. That doesn't cover your own no-show, and the captain can refuse guests who are intoxicated.
The boat group and booking limit are both twelve travelers. Your ticket is mobile only. Anyone staying aboard needs the observer option, which doesn't include the flight even when booked beside a flyer.
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Questions
People also ask
- What does Go Hawaii Watersports parasailing cost?
The entry flight starts from $80 per person. It uses the 600-foot option and includes flight equipment. Tax and fuel remain extra, while the observer option costs less and covers only your boat seat.
- Does Go Hawaii Watersports have a late parasailing departure?
Yes, the schedule extends to 6 p.m. There are half-hour slots from 9 a.m. as well as an 8 a.m. start. Your 30-minute check-in needs to fit before whichever activity time you choose.
- Can companions watch Go Hawaii Watersports parasailing from the boat?
Yes, the observer option lets you share the boat without a flight. The outing lasts up to 1 hour. Observers need their own tickets, and your seat is part of the twelve-person maximum group.
- Does Go Hawaii Watersports collect guests from Waikiki hotels?
No hotel transfer is included with this booking. You meet at 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard, Slip F06 in Kewalo Basin. The return is to the harbor too, leaving your journey back to Waikiki separate.
- Do Go Hawaii Watersports flights include a water dip?
A brief water dip is optional during the flight. The full boat outing takes up to 1 hour. Your selected towline option doesn't promise that entire hour in the air, since the shared trip includes other guests' turns.
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.