Get wet on a 2-mile banana boat ride along Myrtle Beach
Up to 6 people
Life jackets, Safety tips
Ride a banana boat down the Myrtle Beach shore and back for a splashy group adventure. You’ll get a life jacket and safety instructions before you head out on the water.
Riders must be at least 42 inches tall. All participants must be sober; drugs or alcohol are not allowed before or during the activity. Start times are not guaranteed and rides are weather dependent.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Yes. You must be at least 42 inches tall to ride. Each rider must be under 250 lbs.
No prior experience is required.
Check in about 15 minutes before your departure time. Your reservation does not guarantee an exact start time.
Myrtle Beach, SC
Parasailing at this Myrtle Beach spot draws consistently strong praise, especially for the boat crew. Staff members like Alex and Christian get called out by name for being professional, attentive, and genuinely focused on making guests feel comfortable and safe. First-timers in particular seem to appreciate how the team explains everything clearly before heading out, and the views along the coastline sound hard to beat. That said, the experience can vary depending on which activity you book and who's running it. Parasailing reviews lean heavily positive, while banana boat and jet ski outings have drawn some frustration around ride quality and staff attitude. A few reviewers flagged issues with front desk staff being unwelcoming, which is worth keeping in mind. Online booking is smooth and straightforward, which makes getting started easy. If parasailing is your goal, this operation has a solid track record and most guests leave happy. Just go in with clear expectations about what's included, communicate your preferences upfront with whoever's running your activity, and you'll likely have a great time on the water.
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