Lift off from Ala Wai Boat Harbor and fly up to 500 feet over Waikiki for unmatched views of Diamond Head and Honolulu’s coastline. This long-running parasail operator offers tandem and triple flights with a dry, harnessed takeoff from the boat.
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The boat slips out of Ala Wai Boat Harbor and the city recedes into a low line of palms; the ocean breathes under you and Diamond Head looms to the southeast like a worn relief carved into the sky. On deck, the captain clips harnesses, the crew runs final safety checks and the wind drafts a promise — you will be lifted, dry and steady, up to 500 feet above Waikiki’s reef-streaked water.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; must be able to climb a short ladder and walk on a moving boat unassisted
Wildlife
History
Waikiki was reshaped from wetlands into the resort shoreline visitors know today; Diamond Head is a volcanic tuff cone formed by Honolulu’s late‑Pleistocene eruptions.
Conservation
Use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid touching or feeding wildlife, and follow operator guidance to minimize disturbance to marine life and reef habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Hawaiian Parasail Since 1977 today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early to Check In
Plan to be at Ala Wai Boat Harbor at least 30 minutes before departure to complete waivers, weight checks and safety briefing.
Use Reef‑Safe Sunscreen
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding — you’ll be exposed to strong UV at altitude and on the boat deck.
Secure Sunglasses and Gear
Wear sunglasses with a retention strap and closed-toe water shoes for safe boarding and stable footing on deck.
Mind the Weight Limits
All passenger weights must be declared at booking; combined weight limits (typically 450 lbs) determine whether a triple flight is possible.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin and reduces harm to coral and marine life while spending time on the water and in the sun.
summer
Closed‑toe water shoes
Improves traction on wet boat decks and makes boarding/disembarking safer.
Sunglasses with strap
Keeps eyes comfortable in glare and prevents losing glasses during launch or landing.
summer
Light windbreaker
Useful for cooler mornings or wind at sea while waiting on deck and during the flight.
spring