Parasailing in Punta Cana: 10-minute flight from your hotel beach

Strap in and rise above the Bavaro coast to see the reef and hotels from the air

Parasailing in Punta Cana is a 10-minute flight towed behind a speedboat along the coastline, where you're lifted into the air under a parachute to see turquoise water, golden beaches and coral reefs from above. Takeoff happens right from your hotel beach. A professional guide handles the setup and ensures your safety throughout. Hotel pickup is included, and guides speak English, Spanish and French.

The experience

The boat leaves from your hotel beach in the Bavaro area, so there's no drive to a separate dock. Once you're strapped into the parachute harness, the speedboat accelerates and pulls you skyward: the flight itself runs about 10 minutes, long enough to see the full sweep of coastline from Bavaro through Punta Cana, Juanillo and Cacana. The water below is clear enough that you can spot the coral reef and its natural blues and greens. The hotels and palm-lined beaches spread out in both directions.

A professional guide manages the entire operation and stays with you from setup through landing. The operator offers three booking zones (the main Punta Cana area, Uvero Alto, or Cap Cana), so you pick the one closest to where you're staying. Children from age 5 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for anyone with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or if you're pregnant.

What’s included

• Professional guide throughout the experience.
• hotel pickup and transport to the beach.
• parasailing flight with parachute and harness setup.

Options for this experience

3 options

Punta Cana Parasailing TourGuide in English, Spanish or French · 16 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:30Includes pickup

For clients in the Uvero Alto areaGuide in English, Spanish or French · 16 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:30Pickup is included; transportation carries an extra fee

Cap Cana AreaGuide in English, Spanish or French · 16 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:30Pickup is included; transportation carries an additional charge

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day16 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 9 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Shelting Tours

Is this one for you?Pick the booking zone that matches your hotel location (Punta Cana, Uvero Alto, or Cap Cana), so pickup is straightforward and the boat launch is closest to where you're staying. The 10-minute flight is short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon without eating up your whole day at the beach.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (5 to 9 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What do I actually see while I'm parasailing above Punta Cana?

From the air you see the Bavaro coastline stretching across the horizon with turquoise water, the coral reef visible below in transparent water, and all the hotels and beaches in the area: Bavaro, Macao, Uvero, Juanillo, Cacana and the surrounding towns. The view spans from top to bottom of the coast.

Does the parasailing include a ride to the beach, or do I need to get there myself?

Hotel pickup is included, so the operator collects you from your accommodation and brings you to the beach where the boat departs.

How long does the actual flight last?

The parasailing flight itself is approximately 10 minutes in the air, towed behind the speedboat along the coastline.