Parasailing in Mazatlan: 10 Minutes Above the Coast

Ten minutes airborne above Mazatlan's islands and shoreline

Parasailing in Mazatlan is a 10-minute flight towed behind a panga boat from Los Muertos Beach Pier, where you're harnessed and life-jacketed before takeoff. The experience includes a safety briefing from your instructor, views of Isla de los Venados, Isla de los Pájaros and Isla de Lobos, and a private group on the boat. Children from age 13 are welcome. A moderate level of fitness is required.

The experience

You arrive at the meeting point on the beach where your guide greets you and walks you to Los Muertos Beach Pier. An instructor gives you a safety briefing covering everything you need to know, then fits you with a harness and life jacket. From the shore, the panga tows you smoothly into the air (no running start, no jump), and you rise as the boat moves along the coastline.

The flight lasts about 10 minutes. From that height you see Isla de los Venados, Isla de los Pájaros and Isla de Lobos passing below, and the curve of Mazatlan's Pacific shoreline stretching out. You can bring a camera or phone to capture photos while you're floating. Because your group is private, the boat carries only the people you came with, so the attention stays on you.

The instructor handles the tow and the descent. You experience the view. When the panga brings you back to the pier, the whole outing, from briefing to landing, takes about 15 minutes on the water.

What’s included

• Use of harness and life jacket.
• safety briefing from an instructor.
• private boat with your group only.
• 10-minute flight along the Mazatlan coastline.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 11:00, the last at 18:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (21 to 65 years) · Youth (13 to 20 years) · Under 13: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Travel Vallarta

Is this one for you?The panga departs from Los Muertos Beach Pier, so you don't need a car or a separate ride to the launch point: walk straight from the beach to the pier. This works well if you're staying nearby or using public transit to reach the coast.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 20 years). Under 13: they can't be included in the booking.

What's the actual time I spend in the air parasailing?

The flight lasts approximately 10 minutes. You're towed behind the panga boat along the coastline, and the boat controls the ascent and descent.

Do I need to swim or have water skills to parasail in Mazatlan?

No. You're harnessed and life-jacketed, and you stay airborne the entire time. The panga handles all the towing and maneuvering. You don't enter the water.

Can I bring my phone or camera to take photos while parasailing?

Yes. You can bring a camera or phone to capture photos during your flight. Keep it secure so it doesn't fall into the water.

What islands will I see from the air?

You'll see Isla de los Venados, Isla de los Pájaros and Isla de Lobos as the panga tows you along the coastline. These are Mazatlan's three iconic islands visible from the water.

Is there an age limit for parasailing here?

Children are welcome from age 13. Travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy should not participate. A moderate level of physical fitness is required.