Get wet on a 2-mile banana boat ride in Myrtle Beach
Up to 6 people
Life jackets, Safety tips
Hold on tight as you ride a banana boat 2 miles down the Myrtle Beach shore and back. Get fitted with a life jacket and go over safety tips before you head out on the water.
Riders must be at least 42 inches tall and less than 250 lbs. Participants under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign a release form on location. Pregnant women are not allowed to ride.
Get a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Get a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
No. Your reservation does not guarantee an exact start time.
No. For safety reasons, pregnant women are not allowed on this activity.
Expect to get wet. Don’t bring anything on the boat that you don’t want to get wet; waterproof cameras are allowed at your own risk, and the operator isn’t responsible for lost or damaged items.
Myrtle Beach, SC
Parasailing with this Myrtle Beach crew tends to be a highlight for most visitors. Crew members like Alex and Christian get consistent praise for being professional, attentive, and genuinely good with first-timers, including nervous kids who needed a little extra reassurance. The parasailing experience itself comes up again and again as smooth, scenic, and well-organized, with safety handled in a way that feels reassuring rather than rigid. That said, the banana boat and jet ski experiences draw more mixed feedback. A handful of reviewers found those rides underwhelming, describing slow speeds and straight-line routes without much excitement. A few guests also reported frustrating interactions with front desk staff, so it's worth going in with clear expectations and confirming activity details ahead of time. Booking online in advance is straightforward and seems to make the whole check-in process easier. If parasailing is your main goal, the reviews paint a pretty consistent picture of a good time on the water with a capable, friendly crew. Just do a quick check on operating hours before you head out, as a couple of visitors showed up to find the location closed earlier than expected.
Had a great time parasailing with the Downwind Sails location near the state park. Easily made our reservations online and the check-in process was simple. Alex and Christian were wonderful on the boat and we felt safe the entire time. Ride was smooth and it lasted longer than we expected.
Gregory Torok
May 18, 2026
Had a great time parasailing with the Downwind Sails location near the state park. Easily made our reservations online and the check-in process was simple. Alex and Christian were wonderful on the boat and we felt safe the entire time. Ride was smooth and it lasted longer than we expected.
Gregory Torok
May 18, 2026