Parasailing, Banana Boat & Scrambler in Naama Bay

Fly over the Red Sea, then race across it on water.

Parasailing, banana boat and tube rides in Naama Bay combine three separate water sports in a single 3-hour session. You parasail behind a speedboat, ride a banana boat with other guests, and tube or scramble behind the same boat, plus time to swim at Novotel's beach. A guide speaks English, Italian, French, Arabic and one additional language.

The Experience

The session runs three hours and stacks three distinct activities back-to-back, so you move between them without dead time. Parasailing goes first: you're harnessed and towed behind a speedboat, climbing altitude over the bay while the reef and the shoreline shrink below. The banana boat round comes next—a wide inflatable that accelerates hard enough to throw riders sideways, built to tip nobody but to feel like it might. Then the tube or scrambler: you're behind the boat again, this time holding on while it pulls you across chop and spray.

All three activities run from Naama Bay, where Novotel's sandy beach gives you a place to swim between rounds and dry off before the next one starts. The guide speaks five languages, so instruction and safety briefings land in your own words. Fees, taxes and all equipment are included—you show up, change into a swimsuit, and the operator handles the rest. A moderate level of fitness matters here; the activities demand grip strength, balance and comfort in moving water.

What’s included

• Parasailing round.
• banana boat round.
• tube or scrambler round.
• swimming time at Novotel's beach.
• all fees and taxes.
• guide in English, Italian, French, Arabic and one additional language.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sun 'N Fun Sharm

Is this one for you?Book this if you want three water sports in one outing with a shared group; choose a single-activity option if you'd rather focus on one sport or prefer a private session.

Traveler reviews

4.91★★★★★★★★★★

74 verified traveler reviews

5 ★70

4 ★3

3 ★0

2 ★0

1 ★1

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What exactly happens during the parasailing round?

Parasailing at Naama Bay means you're harnessed to a parachute and towed behind a speedboat, climbing altitude over the Red Sea while the boat pulls you across the bay. You stay airborne for the duration of that round, then the boat slows and you're brought back down to the water or the beach to release.

Is the banana boat ride rough, or is it more of a cruise?

The banana boat accelerates hard enough to make the ride feel wild—it's designed to throw you side to side and test your grip—but it's built and operated to keep riders on board. Expect speed and spray, not a gentle float.

Can I choose between the tube and the scrambler, or do I do both?

The activity includes a tube or scrambler round as one of the three water sports in the session. The operator's description lists both names for the same towed-behind-the-boat experience, so you get one round of that activity, not both separately.

How much time is left for swimming if I'm doing three water sports?

The full session is 3 hours, which includes all three activities and the time to move between them. Novotel's beach is available for swimming during breaks, though the schedule is built around the three sports rather than extended beach time.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English, Italian, French, Arabic and one additional language, so safety briefings and instructions are available in at least five languages.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer for this?

The activities require at least a moderate level of physical fitness and comfort in the water. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during activities. The operator does not recommend this activity for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health.