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    Bay of Islands Parasail

    153 Reviews
    #3 of 33 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Paihia
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    5 Arabella Road | Paihia Wharf, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
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    Parasailing in Paihia is the ultimate way to see the spectacular island paradise of the Bay of Islands. Jump on board our specialised parasail boat for the high-flying experience of a lifetime. Take a solo, tandem or triple parasail flight, and soar...more
    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    5 Arabella Road | Paihia Wharf, Paihia 0247, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    EXTRAORDINARY

    Me and my good friend had an exceptional day with the parasail. The staff - Thai especially - were great and made us so welcome. #AubreyOnTour

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Extraordinary824287
    Reviewed 8 August 2018
    Flying with friends
    Review of: Triple Parasail Flight over the Bay of Islands

    Although im not great with heights this was an adrenline rush flying up 400 metres in the air, so worth it. The staff were also had a great sense of humour and were great.

    Date of experience: September 2017
    Thank Adam E
    Reviewed 15 April 2018 via mobile
    Such a thrill!
    Review of: Tandem Parasail Flight over the Bay of Islands

    Our first time parasailing. The crew were super professional and friendly and the boat and equipment was first class. We also went for a 3 hour boat trip to see the spectacular Islands and hole in the rock. The guides were very knowledgeable. Would highly...More

    1  Thank SamK3343
    Reviewed 7 April 2018
    Fantastic view over the Bay of Islands!
    Review of: Single Parasail Flight from Paihia

    This is a great experience and probably the best way to enjoy the wonderful Bay of Islands! The crew was super friendly and helpful and the equipment and boat looks very new. Felt very safe even though I'm slightly scared of heights ; ) You...More

    Date of experience: March 2018
    Thank vanessa_werder
    Reviewed 3 April 2018 via mobile
    Parasailing at Bay of Islands
    Review of: Single Parasail Flight from Paihia

    Great views, great staff and well priced. Good fun. Very safe and well run, takes less than an hour to get you out in the bay and up in the air.

    Thank Pjh20
    Reviewed 2 April 2018 via mobile
    Fantastic Experience!
    Review of: Tandem Parasail Flight over the Bay of Islands

    Absolutely amazing experience. The facilitators were very friendly, informative and great to talk to. They made you feel welcome. This is an attraction I would definitely recommend to anyone who likes something exhilarating but also relaxing. Great job!

    2  Thank BHAB8990
    Reviewed 29 March 2018 via mobile
    1st timer parasailer ...
    Review of: Tandem Parasail Flight over the Bay of Islands

    Well it was my first time parasailing and what better place to do it than in Paihia Bay of Islands with Glen and Lyn. Just the two of us altho my fiance had done it before and re-assured me I was gonna be fine !...More

    Thank Christina L
    Reviewed 20 March 2018
    Exhilirating experience
    Review of: Tandem Parasail Flight over the Bay of Islands

    Had a great tandem parasail experience with Glen and his team today . Wonderful and friendly communication throughout the booking process. Would highly recommend this activity and parasail company.

    Date of experience: March 2018
    1  Thank GMDAuckland
    Reviewed 15 March 2018 via mobile
    Parasail

    First time parasailing ,guys were very friendly and helpful. Equipment was new. A must do if in Paihia.

    Date of experience: March 2018
    Thank Alanahsdad
    ParasailBayofIslands, Owner at Bay of Islands Parasail, responded to this reviewResponded 17 March 2018

    Thanks for your review and nice to hear we were accommodating and that it is one of the things to do in Paihia. Glen and the parasail team

    Reviewed 15 March 2018 via mobile
    Amazing views, awesome crew, fun for the whole family!

    I took my partner and her family flying with Bay of Islands Parasail while they visited from Germany. Everyone from her family, her parents and her younger siblings (12 and 7) mustered up the courage to go flying and once they did they had an...More

    Date of experience: February 2018
    Thank StapucksRus
    ParasailBayofIslands, Owner at Bay of Islands Parasail, responded to this reviewResponded 17 March 2018

    Thanks very much for taking the time to review your parasailing experience with us and glad to hear you all enjoyed it. We do ensure that it all runs smoothly and you get to have an amazing time. Be great to have you back again....More

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    Joanne I
    14 May 2018|
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    Response from ParasailBayOfIslands | Property representative |
    Hi Joanne. Yes we are operating with parasailing in February and best would be to email via our website to contact us. Bay of Islands Parasail
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    67cutlass
    22 June 2017|
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    Response from groomfamily | Reviewed this property |
    Yes it was where the cruise ships dock, only a small place. You will love it, it was awesome.
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    SamyKat
    22 November 2016|
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    Response from ParasailBayOfIslands | Property representative |
    Thanks for your question on weight limits for a tandem parasail. Most of the time we can take up to 220 - 230 kg. If conditions are windy we have to use a smaller chute and this can reduce the weight limit down to around... More
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