MANTEO PARASAIL FIELD GUIDE
Soar Above the Outer Banks: Extreme Parasailing out of Manteo
A boat‑launched parasail operated by Kitty Hawk Kites that lifts guests above Currituck Sound for smooth single, double, or triple flights—this guide explains what to expect and the requirements.
Soar Above the Outer Banks: Extreme Parasailing out of Manteo.
Soar high above the Outer Banks on a smooth parasailing ride, sweeping across Currituck Sound and the OBX coastline. The Extreme Parasailing experience out of Manteo lifts guests from a boat and offers single, double or triple flights, an easy entry point for first‑timers and a clear vantage for anyone chasing high, coastal perspectives.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Currituck Sound and the OBX coastline
From the harness hundreds of feet aloft you get broad views of Currituck Sound and the Outer Banks shoreline—one of the core reasons travelers choose this ride.
Boat-launched, smooth 10–12 minute rides
Flights use approximately 500 feet of line; takeoff and landing happen directly from the boat. Individual flights run about 10–12 minutes, delivered as part of a roughly one‑hour outing.
Options, limits and season
Flights are offered as single, double or triple rides depending on weight and conditions. Minimum combined flight weight is 150 lbs and maximum combined weight is 400 lbs (may vary by conditions); minimum age is 5. Season typically runs mid‑May through mid‑September.
What the day feels like
What the Flight Feels Like
You board a boat for roughly an hour, secure into a harness and are lifted smoothly from the vessel into steady, open air. The line—on the order of several hundred feet—pulls you above Currituck Sound for a controlled 10–12 minute flight; guests take off and land directly from the boat, and the captain may dip riders in the water unless requested otherwise.
THE VIEW
Currituck Sound and the OBX coastline
From the harness hundreds of feet aloft you get broad views of Currituck Sound and the Outer Banks shoreline—one of the core reasons travelers choose this ride.
THE FLIGHT
Boat-launched, smooth 10–12 minute rides
Flights use approximately 500 feet of line; takeoff and landing happen directly from the boat. Individual flights run about 10–12 minutes, delivered as part of a roughly one‑hour outing.
THE DETAILS
Options, limits and season
Flights are offered as single, double or triple rides depending on weight and conditions. Minimum combined flight weight is 150 lbs and maximum combined weight is 400 lbs (may vary by conditions); minimum age is 5. Season typically runs mid‑May through mid‑September.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Season typically runs mid‑May through mid‑September.
Guests should be comfortable with heights and open water; pack for a boat outing and any personal needs for being on the water.
Each outing includes about a one‑hour boat ride; individual flights run approximately 10–12 minutes and are launched and recovered from the boat.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip and each flight?
The boat outing is about one hour; each parasail flight lasts approximately 10–12 minutes.
What ages can participate?
Minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
What are the weight limits?
Participants must meet a minimum combined flight weight of 150 lbs and a maximum combined flight weight of 400 lbs; the maximum can vary based on conditions.
Where do riders take off from?
Guests take off and land directly from the boat.
Will the captain dip riders in the water?
The captain may dip riders in the water unless riders request otherwise.
Are observer spots available?
Observer spots may be available if space allows.