VIRGINIA BEACH BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Banana Boat: Pulled from 1st to 31st Street — a short, high-energy family ride off Virginia Beach
A coast-guard certified parasail boat carries riders out to the ocean where a mate helps them onto a banana tube for a tow between 1st and 31st streets — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Banana Boat: Pulled from 1st to 31st Street — a short, high-energy family ride off Virginia Beach.
Board a coast-guard certified parasail boat at Rudee Inlet and head out to the open ocean for a banana-boat tow: once offshore a mate assists each rider onto the inflatable banana and the boat pulls you from 1st Street to 31st Street and back. The ride is offered as a family-friendly, flexible-speed experience that delivers short bursts of ocean-side adrenaline.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Coast-guard certified parasail boats
Riders launch from a parasail-capable, coast-guard certified boat, with crew on hand to assist boarding and securing each person on the banana tube.
A shoreline run from 1st to 31st Street
Once offshore the banana is pulled behind the boat along the stretch between 1st and 31st streets and then back, offering repeated short runs and the ability to vary speed.
Family-oriented thrills with flexible pace
Marketed as a family activity, the ride emphasizes accessible excitement — operators can vary speed so groups can choose gentler or brisker tows during the outing.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
The outing unfolds quickly: you board a certified parasail boat, head out to the ocean, and with crew assistance mount the banana tube for a series of tows. Runs are short and punchy; pace is adjustable, so the same outing can be tailored toward playful splashes or a brisk, adrenaline-forward pull.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who it doesn't.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear clothing you are comfortable getting wet in; plan on swimwear or quick-dry layers and secure footwear as needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the banana-boat ride last?
The duration of the ride depends on sea conditions and how fast or slow you want to go.
Where is the meeting and boarding location?
Meet at 300 Winston Salem Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 for boarding.
Is there a minimum group size to book?
Yes — there is a four-person booking minimum.
Will I get wet and what should I wear?
Yes — wear something you are comfortable getting wet in.
How far along the shore does the boat tow the banana?
Riders are pulled behind the boat from 1st Street to 31st Street and then back.
Are the boats certified and is crew assistance provided?
Riders board coast-guard certified parasail boats and a crew member assists each person onto the banana before towing.