Parasail

After nearly four decades operating from Hawaii Kai, this parasailing operation has perfected the art of parasailing above Oahu's breathtaking coastline since 1986. Their seasoned crew regularly takes families spanning three generations up to 600 or 800 feet above Maunalua Bay, where you'll witness spectacular views of Hawaii Kai's coastline, Koko Crater, Koko Head, and the Ko'olau Mountain Range stretching out beneath you. With 4.5 stars from 2784 Google reviews, this established operator delivers safe, exhilarating family adventures.

Your adventure starts at their Hawaii Kai Shopping Center headquarters with check-in and a comprehensive safety briefing. They provide round-trip transportation from select Waikiki hotels when available. After a 20-minute safety video, you'll head out for ocean transit to the parasail site, followed by approximately 45 minutes of flight operations. Each parasailing flight lasts about 6 minutes, with their custom-designed KrantzKraft boats accommodating up to six people per trip.

What sets this operator apart is their commitment to safety—all launches and retrievals happen directly from the boat. Plus, you'll get that perfect tropical touch with a refreshing dip in Maunalua Bay's warm waters just before landing.

Their floating activities island serves as your hub, offering both sunny deck space and shaded areas to relax. Digital photos and GoPro footage are available to all participants, capturing every moment of your flight. Beyond parasailing, you can add JetPack experiences, banana boat rides, or bumper tube adventures, with multiple activity discounts available at check-in.

Operating Monday through Friday, this all-ages activity welcomes anyone weighing at least 60 pounds (pregnant women excluded). Observers can join and upgrade to parasailing based on availability. With their 24-hour cancellation policy offering full refunds, this established operator delivers the perfect blend of adventure and safety for experiencing Oahu's coastline from above.