ATLANTIC CITY PARASAIL FIELD GUIDE
Atlantic City from Above: Tandem Parasailing Over the Boardwalk
A concise guide to Atlantic City Parasail’s tandem and solo flights—what you’ll see, how long you’ll be aloft, and the practical details to plan your outing.
Atlantic City from Above: Tandem Parasailing Over the Boardwalk.
Parasailing off the Atlantic City shore is a short, high-altitude way to redraw your relationship with the city: takeoff from a launch boat, climb into the harness and spend 12–15 minutes suspended over the ocean, with a clear line to the skyline that few other activities can match. This operator runs tandem flights as the norm—though solo flights are available—and bills the experience as the only parasailing option in Atlantic City, offering a perspective on the city that’s otherwise available only by helicopter.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A skyline seen from a new angle
Parasail flights offer a view of Atlantic City’s skyline that the operator positions as unique on the local scene—an aerial vantage point distinct from anything else available in town.
Short but guaranteed airtime
When you fly tandem you are guaranteed 12–15 minutes in the air; the full outing from embarkation through return can include a boat ride that lasts up to 90 minutes.
Atlantic City Parasail: the local option
Atlantic City Parasail operates the service in town; most flights are run tandem but solo flights are offered as an alternative.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Expect a brief boat passage and then a concentrated burst of altitude: most customers fly tandem and are guaranteed 12–15 minutes airborne, while the entire excursion—boarding, cruising and the flight—can involve up to 90 minutes on the water. You can choose a shared tandem harness or opt to fly solo; either way the core of the experience is that uninterrupted span above the ocean looking back at Atlantic City.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should check details with the operator first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No specific gear or packing list was provided in the verified data; the operator’s materials should be consulted for recommended clothing, footwear and any items to avoid on the boat or in the harness.
The airborne portion is guaranteed for 12–15 minutes on tandem flights, while the boat portion of the outing can last up to 90 minutes; check with the operator for scheduling and seasonal availability.
The operator notes that weight limits are enforced at the captain’s discretion; confirm any personal restrictions directly with Atlantic City Parasail before booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long am I in the air?
When flying tandem you are guaranteed 12–15 minutes in the air.
How long is the overall boat outing?
The boat ride portion of the outing can last up to 90 minutes.
Can I fly solo or only tandem?
Most flights are done tandem, but solo flights are offered as an option.
Is this the only parasailing option in Atlantic City?
According to the operator’s information, they are the only parasailing operation in Atlantic City.
Are there weight limits or other restrictions?
Weight limits are enforced at the captain’s discretion and can affect whether a passenger is cleared to fly.
How much does a ride cost?
The provided headline context lists a price of $95 per person.