The 15 Best Parasailing & Water Sports in the Philippines

1.Helmet Diving Experience with Photos and Videos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 155 reviews · 20 min · from $22Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at White Beach, ride a speedboat to the activity platform, and walk about 10 feet below the surface in a clear, air-filled helmet. Certified PADI instructors guide you beside coral reefs and colorful fish, while a photographer records your visit and uploads photos and video to your phone.

“It was first time helmet diving, instructions were good and the divers were helpful. You're ears do pop going down but that's normal and the diver checked on you while going down. They took lots of pictures and were able to download it straight to our phones there. It was cool seeing the fish and coral, and feeding the fish out of our hands. Would def do again.”

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2.Crystal Kayak Photo-op Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 72 reviews · 15 min · from $6Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide near Astoria Boracay, then paddle into the shallow coastal water in a transparent kayak for a 10 to 15 minute photo session. Bring your own phone or camera. Your guide helps with poses and framing, though the short time means you should arrive ready. Confirm the meeting point before booking, as weather and traffic can change it.

“The photographer was really good. I'm satisfied with my photos”

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3.Parasailing, Island Hopping, ATV Ride and Kawa Bath

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $70

Meet your English or Tagalog guide at Astoria Station 1 for a busy day of parasailing, Puka Shell Beach, snorkeling, lunch, a kawa bath, and an ATV trip to Nabaoy River. Guides such as Aira, Lyn, Monda, and Lelian are praised for taking photos and managing transfers. Expect some extra fees and a fast pace.

“We had a great time. Lyn and Megan we both very attentive.”

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4.Solo or Tandem Parasailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 1 day · from $43

You’ll take a speedboat from Boracay Station 1 or 3 to an offshore water sports station, then fly solo or tandem for 15 minutes. The crew provides safety gear and helps with takeoff and landing. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen, and expect to get wet.

“no one showed up. no one communicated with us. I reached out a few times with no reply. I want my money back.”

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5.Boracay Parasailing with Insta 360

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · 15 min · from $45

Meet a friendly English or Tagalog-speaking guide at White Beach near Astoria Boracay, then enjoy 15 minutes of private parasailing with safety gear and an Insta360 camera. You can fly alone or with a friend while taking in Boracay’s coast from above. The listed price is $45 per person.

“Absolutely amazing experience, I would certainly do it again”

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6.Parasailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 1 hour

Meet the English and Tagalog-speaking crew at Coron Harbor Square, then ride by speedboat to the flight area. You will parasail for 15 minutes, solo or with one or two companions, with an optional water dip. The package includes equipment, safety gear, instruction, and return to the harbor.

“A bit on the pricier side for what it is and how long it lasts. I thought it was a fun experience however. It was not scary at all, I felt safe and the guides were nice and helpful. However, the meeting place is kind of hard to find if you’re walking and no one I asked really knew where it was - but I contacted the company and they were really helpful. Maybe for next time they should send out a picture of the meeting spot so it’s clear. Thank you guys :)”

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7.Boracay Helmet Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · from $35

Meet at Astoria Boracay in Station 1, attend a short safety briefing, then descend a ladder with a guide until you reach the seabed about 3 meters below. A clear-glass helmet lets you breathe while you walk underwater. The experience lasts about 15 to 20 minutes and includes underwater photos and videos.

“It is a brief excursion but well worth it, I was nervous at first but they discuss thoroughly and there is plenty staff/divers around so I felt safe. Loved the experience and can see crystal clear!”

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8.Boracay Island Hopping + Hot Kawa + Parasailing + Helmet Diving

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 10 reviews · from $125

Spend 6 to 7 hours around Boracay by boat, with swimming, snorkeling, a buffet lunch, hot kawa bath, parasailing, and 20 minutes beneath the water in an air-supplied helmet. Stops change by season, and Crystal Cove and Magic Island cost extra on site. The shared boat holds up to 30 people.

“So we arrived to boracay a day early and contacted Viator about a pick up location. Once we confirmed our location the next day we waited for almost 3 hours contacting Viator as the tour guide would no longer answer our calls or meaaages Read more”

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9.Island Hopping with Buffet Lunch & Helmet Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 5 hours · from $82

Spend five hours on a shared Boracay boat trip with stops at Puka Beach and Crystal Cove Island, a buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, and a guided helmet walk along the ocean floor. The activity suits swimmers and non-swimmers, but bring cash for the snorkeling and optional island fees.

“No one was there at the meeting point at 8:15 Guys around us told me the conductor is sick so we needed to move to bravo but it’s wrong info. Called several times and had to wait for her about 1 hour. After we got into the tour, the tour itself was amazing, especially helmet diving was super fantastic.”

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10.Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8 reviews · 15 min · from $9

Spend 10 to 15 minutes in a renewed crystal kayak on Boracay’s calm waters while an English-speaking local guide helps with poses and photos. Guides named in guest feedback include Elvine and Mari. Choose a sunny day or sunset for the clearest shots. Hotel transfers are not included.

“Very nice photos, the guy helps you and suggests the best poses”

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11.Island Hopping with Lunch, Helmet Diving & ATV

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $94

You’ll visit Puka Shell Beach, Crocodile Island, Magic Island, and Tambisaan Beach by shared boat, with snorkeling, lunch, helmet walking, an ATV ride, and a hot kawa bath. English-speaking guides, including Monda on some departures, keep the day moving. Expect shared transport, extra entrance fees, and possible schedule changes.

“It was an awesome experience for me and my kids. Shout out to our tour guides, they were the best, they were friendly accomodating professional. Activities that are bundled in a day was thoroughly plan. I would not hesitate to reach out again on our next trip.”

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12.Parasailing Adventure with Insta 360-Degree Camera

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 15 min · from $45

Meet your English-speaking guide at Astoria Station 1 Beachfront, ride a speedboat for five minutes, then parasail above Boracay for 15 minutes with an Insta 360 camera and the playful Parachute Smiley. A private-group outing includes safety gear, crew, and a return boat ride.

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13.Boracay Parasailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews Top rated

Take a 15-minute single or double parasail flight off Boracay with an experienced crew and hotel pickup included. You’ll be lifted behind a boat and carried above the shoreline for broad views of the island. Flights run daily from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, weather permitting. Photos and video may be available at an added cost.

“First time doing this so was a wonderful ride and very safe and efficient.”

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14.Solo or Tandem Parasailing Experience near Alona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 15 min · from $55

Meet the VIAJE Philippines team at the RFS Watersports booth on Alona Beach, then head by boat for a 15-minute solo or tandem parasailing ride above Panglao’s coast. English and Tagalog support, safety gear, and a local escort are included. The activity suits confident thrill-seekers, but it is not suitable after recent surgery, during pregnancy, or with certain medical conditions.

“The guides and the process to get into the air from the boat was super smooth and very safe for my wife who had the best experience in the Philippines. I also jetski which was incredibly fun and smooth with a similar process. 5/5 I highly recommend.”

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15.Parasailing Ride Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 15 min

Meet at Club Kontiki Diving Resort for a 15-minute parasailing flight above Cebu’s turquoise water. A professional English-speaking crew handles the safety equipment and boat launch, while you choose to fly alone or with one friend. The $86 price covers up to two people per ride, with insurance included.

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