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Parasail Experience in St Thomas

Recommended by 96% of travelers
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St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
High interest
Booked 3 times today.
  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8
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· Steven_H ·
Apr 2026
Steven and Max were great hosts. Smooth boat ride and easy instructions for parasailing and safety. Good amount of time in the air parasailing. Loved the music vibes. Overall great trip and would do it again.
· Anusha_R ·
Mar 2026
Great tour guide. Jay and Max are great. Good for kids and adults. Great boat. Really canning once up in the air.

Overview

Soar above the U.S. Virgin Islands during this 1-hour parasailing adventure. Admire the beautiful coastal views of St. Thomas as you head out from Sapphire Beach Marina to your parasailing spot. Gear up for your ride after a safety briefing and enjoy the stunning aerial views of the islands and the Caribbean below you. This tour is suitable for all skill levels and those ages six years and up.
  • Discover the U.S. Virgin Islands from above on this parasailing adventure
  • Parasail above beautiful St. Thomas and its pristine turquoise waters
  • All necessary equipment and safety briefing are provided before the flight
  • This tour is suitable for all skill levels and those ages six years and up

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • National Park fees
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Sapphire Beach Marina
    6720 Smith Bay Rd, Smith Bay, St Thomas 00802, USVI

    For tours departing St. Thomas, we are located at Sapphire Beach Marina on the dock in Slip #N28 right next to the jet skis. PLEASE AREIVE AT LEAST 15 MINUTES EARLY, THE BOAT WILL LEAVE AT THE SCHEDULED DEPARTURE TIME.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Arrive at the Sapphire Beach Marina on St. Thomas at least 15 minutes before the slot you’ve booked. Fill out the waivers, listen to the safety briefing from your captain, then board the boat. Your group is a maximum of 12 travelers, meaning there’s not too much waiting for your turn, and full safety equipment is provided.

Enjoy 8–10 minutes of parasailing, gliding and ballooning through the air as the boat whizzes across the water and you look down over the blue Caribbean and the green Virgin Islands. Once everyone on the boat has experienced their ride, the boat returns to the dock.
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Sapphire Beach

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Parasail Virgin Islands

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Lorraine_S
We had an amazing parasailing experience in St. Thomas! Jack and Max were fantastic guides—super friendly, clear in their instructions, and they made us feel completely safe the entire time. The vibes were great from start to finish, with fun music, easy conversation, and plenty of laughs. They even took photos and videos for us on our phones, which was such a nice touch. The view of the islands was incredible! We had an absolute blast and would definitely recommend this activity to anyone visiting St. Thomas. An unforgettable experience!

Reviews

4.8
based on 1,269 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Two suns

Christopher_F, Apr 2026
My second time parasailing and friends first. Max and crew ensure a great time. Lou’s if fun and professional! Highly recommend!

Steven and Max were great...

Steven_H, Apr 2026
Steven and Max were great hosts. Smooth boat ride and easy instructions for parasailing and safety. Good amount of time in the air parasailing. Loved the music vibes. Overall great trip and would do it again.

Would do it again

Virginia_A, Mar 2026
Very entertaining crew, experienced, professional, and fun. Spoke to us about what needed to be done as far as harness and life vest, what was going to happen and played great music while doing so.

Do it!!! Super fun!

Debra_M, Mar 2026
Great experience. Felt very safe and they made it very easy and fun. Would have liked an extra “dip” for fun but it was as promised and I loved it.

Very professional,...

Alesha_M, Mar 2026
Very professional, friendly. Easy to find. We made it a point to hang out at the sapphire beach before and after. Made for a very fun day!

The staff were very rude...

Shantice_R, Mar 2026
The staff were very rude very rude to my friends and I. Barely helped us at all with our ride and barely had us in the air for pre than a minute. Mind you there was another family there who also noticed the treatment towards my friends and I. Will not recommend to anyone in the further future.

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Anusha_R, Mar 2026
Great tour guide. Jay and Max are great. Good for kids and adults. Great boat. Really canning once up in the air.

Awesome! Great team and...

David_E, Mar 2026
Awesome! Great team and awesome views! Best views of the whole vacation! My family loved it and they were so nice to our kiddos!

BEST part of our vacation!!!

A_L, Mar 2026
This review is written by the owner of this account’s daughter, Angelina. The first time we went, it got delayed due to rain while the pair before us was about to go. They handled the situation amazingly and it made me feel much safer about going on the ride. When we went on the ride, it was incredible. Coming from someone who is not fond of fast rides, it is perfect for someone who likes adrenaline but not the fast rides and sharp turns. Most of our time in the air was very slow paced and relaxed. The crew, Chris and Jay, were WONDERFUL. They were incredibly funny and welcoming. It was honestly my favorite part about this trip. I highly recommend. However, you never know what the circumstances will be. This ride relies heavily on how the weather is. Make sure not to schedule this trip on the last day you are here to make sure you don’t miss out from weather delays.

Up up and away! Just do it!

VALERIE_N, Mar 2026
I have wanted to do this since my 20’s. I finally got to today! My husband and and I are 59 and 58. Neither one of us is “athletic” but we love adventure. This was so easy, you’re up in a flash, it’s smooth, calm and relaxed. The view is amazing. The different water colors you see from up in the air are beautiful. We did one little touch down to get our feet wet and back up again. Do it!!!!

St Thomas parasailing

Burnagie_w, Mar 2026
Operators were max and I forget the young lady name but they were very friendly, knowledgeable and courteous. Kept everyone calm and explained everything well to ensure we had a safe and great time

Had a date to fly the day...

Ebony_M, Feb 2026
Had a date to fly the day prior but the weather wouldn't permit. They made it easy to reschedule on the spot and glove things around for the next day. Everything was smooth sailing (see what I did there) and say going. I would recommend and don't second guess.

The staff were so...

Michelle_L, Feb 2026
The staff were so professional and friendly. I felt so safe. It was such a beautiful experience and more gentle than anticipated. Less thrill ride than being on a swing. I loved it and would highly recommend.

Awesome feeling

Jesus_R, Feb 2026
First of all it’s an awesome experience! The guides handle everything perfectly. There’s nothing else like it. Fear never entered my mind you feel secure, it’s like sitting on a swing. Once. You’re up you never want to come down.

Just do it

Rebecca_M, Feb 2026
You're reading reviews, trying to decide about this activity. Do it! They take great care of you & want you to have a good time. This was my first parasailing experience, but definitely not my last. So beautiful & peaceful floating above paradise.

Must Do in St Thomas

Lorraine_S, Feb 2026
We had an amazing parasailing experience in St. Thomas! Jack and Max were fantastic guides—super friendly, clear in their instructions, and they made us feel completely safe the entire time. The vibes were great from start to finish, with fun music, easy conversation, and plenty of laughs. They even took photos and videos for us on our phones, which was such a nice touch. The view of the islands was incredible! We had an absolute blast and would definitely recommend this activity to anyone visiting St. Thomas. An unforgettable experience!

This was one of the best...

Tammy_R, Feb 2026
This was one of the best excursions I have taken… they were on time, very processional and fun to be around. If we are ever in St Thomas again we will do this again.

Wish we could have done it... Bad Weather but nice Staff

Frances_R, Feb 2026
It had to be canceled due to weather. But the staff were nice & waited for as long as possible for conditions change prior to cancelation

Very cool experience

Jake_P, Jan 2026
The crew was amazing—very professional and thorough when explaining every step of the experience. Safety was clearly their top priority, and they made sure everyone had a great time. Be sure to arrive at the marina at your scheduled time, as the boat leaves promptly and will not wait for late arrivals. The crew is patient and well-organized, but they run on a set schedule. I would 100% recommend this parasailing excursion for all ages.

An awesome way to see the islands

Devin_L, Jan 2026
This was an awesome experience. Being able to view the Virgin Islands from the parachute is truly an experience. Our guides were very professional and made sure we felt comfortable. I cannot recommend them enough.

First time parasailing or...

Samantha_T, Jan 2026
First time parasailing or doing anything remotely close to as terrifying it was for me. I am so glad I got to have the experience. We went out and two groups were able to go up and we had to go back to shore for a bit cause of weather. I started freaking out being scared of going up in the air and after a drink and talking to Max the captain and first mate. They really wanted me not to back out so I out my faith in them and they took only took me out about 15 ft and if I was ok at that point then let me all the way up and I am so glad they talked me into it. It was so relaxing and beautiful being up in the air. They even did a water dip towards the end which was a fun way to end while coming in to land.

It’s a lot less scary...

Caleb_M, Jan 2026
It’s a lot less scary than what most people think! It’s something for sure you would enjoy and you can see the beautiful islands. 10/10 would recommend.

Excellent fun adventure!

Virginia_R, Jan 2026
My friend had never parasailed before and it was amazing. She really really really enjoyed it! The two guys that took us out were very professional and you could tell they knew all about safety and it was really wonderful!

Very friendly crew and...

Ava_S, Jan 2026
Very friendly crew and had lots of fun it’s just a little too short for the cost but overall a good experience and it was absolutely beautiful

This was a whole lot of...

William_R, Jan 2026
This was a whole lot of fun and I would highly recommend! You get a great view of the island and a one of a kind experience!

Super fun!

Melissa_C, Jan 2026
This was a great experience and I would do this again. The guides make it really fun. I went on Christmas Day. They played Christmas music on the boat and wore Santa hats.

Short and sweet! Felt...

Emeline_R, Jan 2026
Short and sweet! Felt very safe and the kids loved it! Would recommend to others with small children!

First time doing...

Bhattarahalli_D, Dec 2025
First time doing parasailing; it was really fun; we all had a great time; The guides went the extra mile in giving a special harness for back support when one of us had a small back issue ;

10/10 experience

Jessica_D, Dec 2025
Such a fun experience! Jack and Max were such a great time and awesome at their job! I highly recommend this when you’re here on the island!

The guides were...

Shaheed_D, Dec 2025
The guides were professional. Safe. Funny. We had a great time. I’d definitely recommend them. Five stars!

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