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Siesta Key Parasailing: Soar Above Sarasota’s Scenic Shores - Sarasota

Siesta Key Parasailing: Soar Above Sarasota’s Scenic Shores

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required beyond boarding and landing

Overview

Take flight over Sarasota’s beautiful waters with Siesta Key Parasailing. Enjoy stunning coastal views and a safe, thrilling adventure for all skill levels.

Sarasota, Florida

Siesta Key Parasailing

Great For Families! • Ages 5 to 105 • 2.5 Hour Dolphin and Nature Cruise

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of parasailing with Siesta Key Watersports, where safety meets adventure! Soar up to 1,000 feet with friends, enjoying breathtaking views and the option for a heart-pounding “free fall” dip into the water. With expert captains and state-of-the-art equipment, this unforgettable excursion is perfect for all ages.

The Best Parasailing in Florida!

Duration

2.5 hours of sailing time. Duration of flight depends on your selection.

Ages

5 to 105

About

Premium Flight - 1,000 feet of line with 12-15 minutes of flight time. Optional dip in water. Standard Flight - 1,000 feet of line with 10-12 minutes of flight time. Either flight includes is a great 2 to 3 hour total excursion.

Siesta Key Watersports utilizes the newest technology and systems to provide anyone with a safe, soft, controlled parasailing experience. Our state of the art vessels are built solely for your parasailing enjoyment and safety.

Up to 12 people can go out on the boat for the excursion. Up to three friends or family members can ride in the parasail together and share the moment—from a seated position on the back deck you will feel the boat pull away as you almost imperceptibly lift up into the air. The Kevlar towline is reeled out from a winch so smoothly that it feels as if the boat simply leaves you while your view becomes increasingly more beautiful as you climb higher and higher, leaving the gravity-bound world below.

For the more adventurous, we can provide an incredible experience we call a “free fall” where the captain slows the boat and lets you float down with the parachute until you almost touch the water, then he hits the throttle and up you come again! Of course, we can add a little “splash” as well, for those of you who prefer to cool off before returning to the deck.

Everyone lands softly back onto the deck as the captain reels the line back in, compelling the parachute to return to the boat every time. By the way, our captains are US Coast Guard certified and have years of parasailing experience.

Observers welcome on a space available basis. Plan on enjoying approximately 2 1/2 hours with us for the entire boat trip.

Adventure Tips

Wear sun protection

Apply waterproof sunscreen before your flight to protect against strong Florida sun exposure.

Arrive early

Get to the launch point 30 minutes ahead of your scheduled time for check-in and a safety briefing.

Secure personal items

Leave valuables onshore as phones and cameras can easily get wet or lost during the activity.

Know your weight limits

Check the weight restrictions in advance to ensure safe takeoff and flight performance.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Dolphins
  • Ospreys

History

Siesta Key has been a popular coastal retreat since the early 20th century, known for its luminous quartz sand beaches.

Conservation

Efforts are ongoing to protect the coastal ecosystems around Siesta Key, including sea turtle nesting sites and water quality programs.

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Recommended Gear

Waterproof sunscreen

Essential

Protects your skin from intense UV rays during prolonged outdoor exposure.

summer specific

Swimsuit

Essential

Allows you to comfortably enjoy the water during potential splashdown or after the flight.

summer specific

Light windbreaker

Keeps you warm in cooler breezes at higher altitudes during the flight.

fall specific

Sunglasses

Essential

Reduces glare from the sun reflecting off the water, improving visibility and comfort.