Parasailing in Maui: Fly 800 or 1,200 feet above Ka'anapali

Strap into a harness and rise 1,200 feet above the water in one breath.

Parasailing in Maui is a 45–60 minute boat experience where you fly solo, tandem or triple from either 800 or 1,200 feet above Ka'anapali's coastline. You choose your altitude, spend 6–9 minutes airborne depending on the height, and land back on the boat. Groups stay at 8 passengers for 4 flights, keeping the boat uncrowded and the pace unhurried.

The experience

The boat leaves from Ka'anapali and holds a maximum of 8 people per charter, which means you're not jostling for space or waiting through a long rotation of flights. You board 30 minutes before departure and spend roughly 45–60 minutes on the water. The parasail operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-December, with flights typically starting around 9 a.m., though early departures at 8 a.m. are sometimes available. All taxes, fees and handling charges are included in the price.

When it's your turn, you'll strap into UFO's over-the-shoulder harness system. The design that has carried more than 5,500 five-star reviews over 40 years of operation. You can fly at 800 feet for a 6-minute flight or climb to 1,200 feet for 9 minutes aloft. The boat tows you up smoothly, and you descend the same way, landing back on deck without ever leaving the harness. If you're not flying, you can ride along as an observer. Children as young as 5 can come on the boat. Tandem and triple flights let two or three people share a parasail, with combined weight limits the captain sets based on wind and sea conditions on the day.

After you land, there's time to cool off with a dip in the Pacific before heading back to shore. The whole experience (boat ride, flight, ocean swim) fits into that single hour window. Bring shorts and a t-shirt. The ocean is the only shower you'll get.

What’s included

• Approximately 45–60 minute boat ride from Ka'anapali.
• 6–9 minutes of flight time depending on altitude.
• choice of 800 or 1,200 feet.
• all taxes, fees and handling charges.
• Pacific Ocean dip after landing.
• USCG-certified boat with a maximum of 8 passengers per charter.

Options for this experience

3 options

Non Flying ObserverGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 08:45, the last at 14:15

800ft Express SoaringGuide in English · 6 departure times: the first at 08:45, the last at 14:15

1200ft Extreme LineGuide in English · 6 departure times: the first at 08:45, the last at 14:15

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 08:45, the last at 14:15

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 9 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

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

Operated by UFO Parasail Maui

Is this one for you?Choose 800 feet for a gentler introduction or 1,200 feet to see more of the coastline. Pick single, tandem, or triple parasail depending on whether you want to fly solo or share the experience.

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Top questions

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.

Can I parasail in Maui year-round, or is there a season?

Parasailing operates seasonally from May 16 through December 14. Flights typically start around 9 a.m., though some departures run as early as 8 a.m. The captain may adjust weight limits or cancel flights based on wind and sea conditions.

How long will I actually spend in the air?

Flight time depends on your altitude. At 800 feet, you'll fly for approximately 6 minutes. At 1,200 feet, approximately 9 minutes. The full boat experience, including boarding, waiting for your turn and the ocean dip after landing, runs 45–60 minutes.

Can I parasail with someone else, or do I have to fly alone?

You can fly solo, tandem (two people) or triple (three people). Tandem and triple flights have a combined weight limit of approximately 450–550 pounds, set by the captain based on safety and weather conditions on the day.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The price includes the boat ride, all taxes and fees, your flight time, and a post-flight ocean dip. Wear shorts and a t-shirt. The boat provides the harness and all safety equipment. Hotel pickup is not included.

Is parasailing safe for kids, or is there an age limit?

Children as young as 5 can ride on the boat as observers or flyers. Kids under 18 need a parent or legal guardian to sign the liability waiver. Minimum weight to fly alone is generally 160 pounds. The captain can adjust limits based on conditions.

What happens if I'm nervous about heights or flying?

You can ride along as a non-flying observer on the boat and watch others fly, or start with the 800-foot flight for a shorter, lower-altitude experience before trying 1,200 feet. The harness is designed for complete safety, and you land back on the boat, not on shore.