There’s a minimum as well as a maximum
Most people expect only an upper limit, and the lower one is the number that surprises them. A solo flyer needs to weigh at least 175 lb. Below that there isn’t enough load on the parasail to fly it properly — it’s physics rather than policy — which is why children and lighter adults fly with a partner.
Two or three flyers is a combined weight
The 175–500 lb range is the total for everyone on the flight together, not per person. Between 1–3 flyers go up at once, and the crew sorts the pairings on the boat once they can see the group — you don’t need to work it out before you book.
If your group is over the limit
A group that doesn’t fit one flight is simply split into two or more flights on the same trip. The one thing that helps is telling the crew your real weights — the numbers are what keep the parasail flying safely, not a formality.
Age 5 and up, with no upper limit
The minimum age is 5, and there’s no maximum: we’ve flown guests from 5 to 105. You’re seated in the harness the whole flight, and takeoff and landing both happen on the boat deck. If you have back, neck or heart conditions, or recent surgery, check with your doctor before you book.
A parent or guardian signs the waiver for anyone under 18. Flying with a child? Is parasailing safe for kids covers the rest.
The captain has the last word
Wind and sea conditions change what works on a given day. A pairing that flies easily on a calm morning may not in a stiff afternoon breeze, and the final call belongs to the captain. Mornings are usually calmest; the wind tends to build in the afternoon. It’s one more reason to book an early departure.