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Downwind Sails
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#10 of 42 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Myrtle Beach
Parasailing & Paragliding • Boat Tours • Waterskiing & Jetskiing • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing
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chelle9093
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Great day spent with family while parasailing!
Jun 2021
I went parasailing with my family of 6. Reservations were made at opening on the same day that we we and they were very accommodating to the number in our party and time. Upon arrival, the ladies checking us in were GREAT! Next step was to get fitted for the life jackets. The girls there was super sweet! Ethan drove us on the banana boat and made it fun! The guys pushing the banana boat out and in made extra effort in getting me off and on the banana boat. Our favorite interaction was with both Donnie and Charlie on the boat. They were funny and entertaining, while still being professional. They made us feel so comfortable with our experience. We purchased the picture package that turned out really well. We even used it to get a pic with our favorite captain and mate! I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for some good, safe fun!
Written June 10, 2021
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Beachfest 2021
1 contribution
Great boat crew...beach crew not
Jun 2021
Showed up and the checked in then went to the beach where the young girls maybe 16 or 17 seemed to have some egos. did not fit the life jackets correctly, were rude telling us to move here and move there...and saying we are gonna split your group up. We had a group of 13 so we had already divided ourselves into 6, 4, and 3 since they can only take 6 at a time. They tried to insist splitting us up even more even though we had paid 30 dollars for pictures for each of our groups (over 1000.00). Needless to say we refused. Getting on and off the bannana boat to go out to the parasail was a hot mess.Girls seemed to not quite have it down or understand not all of us are not agile teens that can jumpon in waist deep water as the were screamoing GO GO GO at us. But once we got to the parasail itself they were fantastic and professional. Parasail Endeavor was exceptional! Overall I would definitely do this again. I would rate it a 5 if not for the beach crew.
Written June 21, 2021
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Cori
Allentown, PA1 contribution
Amazing!
Jul 2021 • Family
This was a great activity to do with our teens. You essentially get three activities in one. First we boarded the banana boat to be taken to where we will parasail. We were loaded on to the boat and strapped in for our adventure. My husband and I were first. The teens remained on the boat and got a boat ride while we sailed. Then we were brought in and the teens went up and sailed and we rode in the boat. It was a 30 minute adventure and we all really enjoyed it. Our belongings were safely kept with the check in stand. It was very nice to use Venmo to tip the staff. I highly recommend parasailing with Downwind Sails and please tip them. They were all so polite and accommodating and made it a great adventure! I would do this again next year.
Written July 22, 2021
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Valynda G
94 contributions
Exciting Experience, Bad Customer Service
Aug 2021 • Family
The Banana Boat Ride was an excursion we were anticipating on our Myrtle Beach vacation. I called 3 times. First because the # listed was for another location, second to confirm pricing, and 3rd for directions. I was quoted $75 for 3 people as the price is $25 per individual (ame as online). We walked a half an hour in the hot Carolina Sun and upon arrival were told the price would be $80 and some change due to tax. Luckily, we brought exactly $80. However, the older lady (who was also the person I spoke to on the phone) was very hesitant about letting us by with the change (.26). I was appalled by that and even more so the vibe we felt towards our hue. Then there was an unfriendly older man who kept telling (only me) not to pannick if I see a shark right before it was our turn.
With that being said, the Banana Boat Ride was exciting, scary, and strenuous because you're holding on for dear life. The ride was a bit rough and the salt water was somewhat unbearable, making it hard to see the beautiful ocean and surroundings. I fell into the boat but our guide was alert, noticed right away, and stopped so I could adjust. Back on shore the young lady issuing the vests allowed us time to take pics in/on Banana Boat as our phone was checked due to water..
We all enjoyed the experience but but it would have been better with goggles and friendly and understanding customer service.
Written August 25, 2021
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Storm Traveler
Sterling, VA2 contributions
10/10 highly recommend
Apr 2023 • Family
Highly recommend doing the sail boat. You hit pretty good speeds even with little wind. Sailboat ride time ranges from 30-45 mins based off wind speeds.

You do get very wet on all the rides, but that’s part of the fun.

Banana boat was a great thrill.
Written April 6, 2023
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ckarschn
Rochester Hils, Michigan35 contributions
Such a great time!!
Jun 2022
My husband, two sons (ages 7 and 9) and myself took a banana boat ride at 10 am on 6/23 at the south location. Our guide was great (cannot remember his name unfortunately-Josh?). It was just us four on the boat so we did not have to share a ride with strangers, which was a huge plus. He also let us choose the direction-bumby vs smoothe. He kept an eye on us as he drove and we felt completely safe while having a blast. We all had a great time. All of the staff we encountered were kind, professional and efficient. Thanks everyone for this fun ride and smoothe experience!!
Written June 28, 2022
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Dave
5 contributions
One and Done
Jul 2021 • Solo
Cool thing to do but too short - 13 minutes in the air. They weren’t busy as it was 9:00 am and I went solo with just two other people on the boat. $105 for a 13 minute sail and 2 dozen pictures is too pricy. Unless they put you higher in the air and extend the time you are in the air, I would not do it again. They were the only provider on the beach for this so they reap the benefit of that.
Written July 2, 2021
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acr8tz
Cleveland, OH16 contributions
Banana Boat Rip Off
Jul 2021 • Family
Waited in line for about 45 min and that’s how long it took for 2 boats to get back. When it was our turn they put us on the banana boat with another family (no biggie) and our trip was about 5 min long. We never would have paid $80 for a 5 min trip had we known. I think the line was getting long so they started making the rides short. When I told the lady at the counter she said we should have gone a couple of miles out. I guess we went 1 Mile out. Told her that $80
for 5 min is a rip off and she kindly smiled at me.

I do NOT recommend.
Written July 23, 2021
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Ada
Dallas, TX2 contributions
Very organized. Wonderful adventure
Jul 2020 • Couples
Best part of the trip. So much fun and I felt very safe. The price is very affordable and I fell you get 3 experiences for the price of one....you get on a banana boat which was so much fun, then on to the sail boat which is so relaxing, then the parasailing.
Written July 11, 2020
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Kimberly M
Jamestown, NY2 contributions
A must do in Myrtle Beach…what a blast!
Jun 2021 • Family
We had an excellent time! Ages 15-45 enjoyed parasailing and also loved the banana boat ride. Staff was friendly, fun, and professional. They made sure we had a great time and that we were safe. I definitely recommend their tours! We will be back!
Written July 4, 2021
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