Parasailing in Hawaiʻi (seasonal on Maui)

Parasailing runs year-round off Honolulu (from Kewalo Basin and nearby harbors) and in Kona. On Maui it's seasonal: state law bans parasailing off West and South Maui from Dec. 15 to May 15 to protect humpback whales. Most operators let kids 5 and up fly, often tandem.

• Oʻahu: boats leave Kewalo Basin and nearby slips on Ala Moana Blvd.; arrive 30 minutes early. Typical flights 5 to 8 minutes on 800 to 1,000 feet of line.
• Maui: allowed only May 16 to Dec. 14 in West and South Maui waters (Hawaiʻi law, whale protection). Kāʻanapali departures in season.
• Hawaiʻi Island: Kona flights run year-round.
• Weight rules: solo fliers often need about 160 lb minimum; tandem or triple flights have a combined maximum.
• Pregnant guests and people with recent injuries usually can't fly.
• Line length isn't the same as height; flights depend on wind and sea conditions.
• Prices are approximate as listed in 2026 and change often; confirm and book directly with the operator.

Sources: Hawaiʻi Guide: Parasailing in Hawaiʻi (Sept. 2026) · Hawaiʻi rule 13-256-112: Maui humpback whale protected waters

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.