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    Ocean City Banana Boat Adventure

    Race over the waves on a 12-person banana boat and enjoy photos, free parking, and an experienced local crew.

    From$34/ person

    Duration

    50 minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Free parking, Photos taken by crew

    Highlights

    Slide, bounce, and splash on a 12 passenger inflatable banana raft pulled by a powerboat along the Ocean City shoreline. This 50 minute outing includes a scenic ride to the tubing area and 30 minutes of high-energy playtime on the water.

    • Glide up the coast where family can watch from the beach
    • Enjoy tubing thrills on the ocean or bay depending on conditions
    • Capture memories with complimentary phone photos
    • Trust an experienced, USCG-licensed captain and crew
    • Park for free next to the dock at 1st Street

    What's Included

    • Free parking
    • Complimentary photos taken with your phone
    • USCG-approved life jackets

    Things to know

    Participants must be at least 5 years old. Anyone under 18 needs an adult at check-in to sign a waiver. This is a physically demanding activity and long nail extensions are not recommended.

    Cancellation policy

    Tickets are non-refundable, but you may adjust dates or times with at least two hours’ notice. A full refund is provided if the operator cancels due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged in full. Trips proceed in cloudy skies or light rain. Partial refunds apply if more than 50% of the trip is canceled once underway.

    Meeting location

    305 1st Street de Lazy Lizard Tiki Bar & Grill w/Free Parking

    Experience provided by OC Banana
    Experience provided by OC Banana

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    SPECIAL

    $34.95

    Priced with a discount (Ages 5 & up)

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    Observer

    $26.52

    Joining with your group to just watch-limited availability (5 & up)

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    Whole Boat - Private Trip- up to 12

    $409.90

    Book the Whole Boat- A guaranteed private trip for your group-up to 12 passengers

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    5.0 stars• 193 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    193 reviews•Google Maps

    This banana boat operation has clearly mastered the art of creating memorable water adventures in Ocean City. The crew consistently earns praise for being friendly, professional, and genuinely invested in giving everyone a great time. They check conditions before heading out and offer options between ocean or bay rides based on safety. What really sets them apart is their willingness to capture photos and videos using your own phone, so you get authentic action shots without paying for expensive photo packages. Many families mention the crew even lets riders jump off the main boat into the water while securing the banana boat, adding an extra thrill to the experience. The experience works for a surprisingly wide age range. One group ranged from 4 to 70 years old, with younger kids able to ride along as observers in the boat. Families return year after year, with one reviewer making it an annual tradition for seven consecutive years. The rides are legitimately thrilling with plenty of bouncing and opportunities to get tossed into the water, yet the crew adjusts intensity and positioning to keep it fun for everyone. Booking online is straightforward, and repeat customers genuinely can't wait to come back.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The two gentlemen guiding/driving the boat were awesome! They helped us on/off the boat. The younger gentleman took photos with our camera & made sure to get good still and action shots & videos. The one driving the boat definitely made sure we saw and got super close to a school of dolphins, then pulled the banana boat in a manner that made sure we ALL had fun. I’m so happy I did it. (Don’t forget to tip them at the end).

    Photo of Jennifer Dubon

    Jennifer Dubon

    July 28, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The two gentlemen guiding/driving the boat were awesome! They helped us on/off the boat. The younger gentleman took photos with our camera & made sure to get good still and action shots & videos. The one driving the boat definitely made sure we saw and got super close to a school of dolphins, then pulled the banana boat in a manner that made sure we ALL had fun. I’m so happy I did it. (Don’t forget to tip them at the end).

    Photo of Jennifer Dubon

    Jennifer Dubon

    July 28, 2025

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