Parascending in Tenerife: Fly in a different way.
Take advantage of the opportunity on your next visit and try Parasailing in Tenerife: An exciting and fun activity to do with the family. Parascending or parasailing companies remain open all year round, so no matter when you want to come to the island, you will always have the opportunity to enjoy this activity.
The sky is no longer the limit.
Parascending is an experience for all audiences, although minors must be accompanied by an adult and have the permission of their parent or legal guardian. The company reserves the minimum age depending on the equipment available. If you want to take a child Parasailing, please check the conditions of the excursion when you make your reservation.
Remember that it is not advisable to do this activity if you are pregnant. For added safety, participants will be provided with a life jacket for the flight.
Being an outdoor activity practiced mostly in the south of the island, we advise the use of sunscreen, since, even if you do not notice excessive heat thanks to the air and sea water that will cool you while it lasts, the effect of the sun on your skin if it is unprotected will be visible. Parascending in Tenerife is an experience that requires calm seas and not very strong winds. In case you encounter adverse weather conditions, you will be offered a refund of your money or a change of date of the activity.
What is Parasailing?
Parasailing It is the act of towing with the help of a motor boat one or more people who ascend in the air thanks to a paraglider or parachute, thus causing them to rise maintaining an altitude of between 50 and 100m from the ground. This activity usually lasts approximately 10 or 15 minutes. Parascending is usually for one to two adults optionally accompanied by a minor. The capacity of people and the admission of minors depends on the specific material available to the company.
This recreational activity was invented in the 80s. The first competitions held in the middle of that decade are still practiced today, having grown in number of competitors, spectators, and casual practitioners of them.
It should be noted that Parascending is a very pleasant walk in the air. People on paragliding don’t have to worry about anything, just let themselves go and marvel at the views. The crew in charge of the boat is the one who takes care of most of the work, maneuvers and photographs.
If you want to take photos from the sky, Ask before boarding if you can bring a camera or mobile phone. It is essential that they are waterproof and it is recommended that they have a cable or safety tie at hand to prevent damage or loss of equipment.
Some companies offer spectator prices, so you can sit on the boat and enjoy the ride and the views at sea level while your partner has fun in the heights.
- Exciting and Fun
- Instagrammable
- Individual or Family
- Various locations
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Between 30 min and 1 hour
- Moderate
Here are a few options.
Parascending Tenerife: based in Puerto Colón, this company has been offering its services for more than 15 years. Offer Parascending, whale watching, jet skiing, Bob Diving, zodiac rental… These activities are combinable and you can book them together in packs of two.
Water Sports Tenerife: brings to the table Parascending, Jetski, Flyfish, Banana, Stand Up Paddle excursions as well as whale watching departing from Puerto Colón. You can get packs of 2 or 3 activities at a discount. The Parascending in particular can be in Puerto Colon, Torviscas, Las Americas, Los Cristianos, Fañabe and Bahia del Duque, with transportation included in the price. The minimum age for Parasailing is 8 years old.
Banana Palm Bay: departing from Puerto Colon, this company will take you to Las Americas. On their excursions they offer whale watching, outings on different boats, quad safaris… Children 8 years of age and older can do Parascending.
Aj. Fly Parascending : Choose this company that offers spectator prices if you just want a boat ride while the others do the activity. With them you have the option of booking a Jetski outing. You can also book a pack of both activities individually or for two people. Includes 10 minutes of Parascending and 40 minutes of Jetski.
"Fly high, not so that the world may see you, but that you may see the world."
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We hope you liked our guide and that you add Parascending in Tenerife to your holiday. If you have doubts, don’t worry, the activity is safe for both young and old and in the recreational field, you will find a great walk through the skies around the coast.
The activity has a variable duration depending on the company that is hired. Some will take you out of the port and start right there. Others offer travel to different more attractive scenarios to make sure you enjoy your outing to the fullest. These last excursions usually last a little longer.
Don’t miss out on Parascending in Tenerife! You can practice it in any season of the year and every day of the week. It is ideal to complement a day at the beach or in combination with various water sports. Most of the companies listed offer similar activities to complete your day of excitement and adventure. As an example you have Flyboarding, whale watching trips, Stand Up Paddle, Jetski and much more.
If you don’t know how to get to the pier, ask us when you make your reservation if the company has a transfer service. Most of them offer free or paid transportation to take you to the departure pier if your hotel is in the same area where the activity takes place. See you in the air on your next vacation!