This is Punta Cana like you've never imagined. Parasailing is a thrilling activity that'll have you whooping over the Caribbean. After pick-up, head to Corales beach, where you'll hop on to a speedboat. Your instructor will attach your safely secure ‘wings'. As the boat picks up speed, you'll be lifted above the sea for 8 minutes – it's such an adrenaline rush.
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Parasailing in Bavaro-Punta Cana
from
£52.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
up to 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
- Parasailing activity over Corales beach
- Soar over the Caribbean for 8 minutes
- Bird's-eye views of Bavaro coastline
What to expect
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What's included
Transport
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Guide
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Parasailing
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Speedboat ride
Transport
What to remember
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Not suitable for expectant mothers
- Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
- Subject to weather conditions
- Money for extras or gratuities
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Provider
TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What people say about this experience
Based on 11 reviews from verified customers
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Review categories
Safety
3.8/5
Service
3.8/5
Staff
3.8/5
Value for money
4.2/5
Michael
From United States of America - October 2024Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The pick up was great, the paragliding was superb, however we had to wait 2hrs 20min to be taken back to our hotel because the driver had to wait for ...
Mandy
From United States of America - December 2023Travelled with family
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
After a few hotel pick ups we arrived took a while before things got organised, life jackets could have been up to a better standard but over all we h ...
Claire W
From United States of America - May 2023Travelled with family
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
This was fabulous! I did it with my 12 year old son and we both loved every minute, including the fab boat ride back to the hotel - which was an unex ...
Daniela
From United Kingdom - November 2022Travelled as a couple
18 - 24 years old
Great
Overall rated3/5
First of all, the experience was not worth the money that was spent. Mainly regarding the parasailing time (time spent in the sky) versus the time spe ...
Neil
From United Kingdom - September 2022Travelled with family
35 - 44 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
Experience itself was great but could do with being better organised/ communicated as to what would happen and when. Really needed someone in overall ...
Nik
From United Kingdom - August 2022Travelled with family
18 - 24 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
The staff on the boat were very good but a little short with getting us on and off the boat. The actual parasailing was lovely and a good time. There ...
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