About this tour
When Ben from our team tried the triple parasailing experience in Kelowna, we got a genuine taste of what it's like to float above the lake tethered to a boat — no plane jump, no cliff edge required. The whole thing takes about 10 minutes in the air, and it's pitched as beginner-friendly: if you can sit, you can do it. The setup is straightforward, the lake is scenic, and it caters to families (kids from 4 onwards). Ben's read: it's a quick thrill that lives up to the 'easiest way to fly' claim, though you're really just getting a taste rather than an extended aerial adventure.
Highlights
- Towed behind a speedboat above Kelowna's lake — genuinely feels like flying
- No prior experience needed; certified instructor handles the rigging
- Kids from age 4 can participate, making it proper family-friendly
- Ten-minute float gives you time to absorb the view, not rushed
- All gear supplied; you show up and get strapped in
- Works for any fitness level — sitting is the only requirement
- Public transport nearby if you're not driving your own car
What to expect
You'll turn up, meet your certified instructor, and get kitted out with harness and chute. The boat tows you up and out over the water — the sensation is smooth rather than chaotic, and you're genuinely airborne, not dangling from a platform. The 10 minutes in the air feels shorter than you'd think, but long enough to clock the lake views and settle into the float. Ben noted the whole experience is refreshingly low-stress: no adrenaline-junkies-only vibe, no complicated safety briefing that takes longer than the flight itself.
The reality is it's a neat tick-box experience rather than a deep dive into parasailing. Kelowna's lake setting is lovely — you're not suspended over grey suburban sprawl — and the boat crew work efficiently. If you've never been airborne without an engine roaring, this scratches that itch without commitment or drama.
What travellers say
- Genuinely accessible — no training or fitness level needed
- Stunning lake views without lengthy commitment or cost
- Family-friendly from age 4, instructor-led and safe
- All gear supplied; straightforward check-in process
- Works for mixed-ability groups without modification
- Quick enough to add to a Kelowna day itinerary
- Ten-minute airtime is brief for the overall experience
- Parking fee adds to the ticket price at check-in
- Weather-dependent; wind or rough water can cancel or postpone
- Passive activity — you're floating, not actively involved
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is genuinely accessible. No fitness requirement, no age barrier (bar the under-4s), and pregnant travellers excepted, most people can do it. It's quick enough to slot into a busy itinerary, and the price point is reasonable for a guided activity with full kit included. Families love it because kids aren't bored on the ground waiting.
Ten minutes is short — you're up, you're floating, then you're back down. If you want a long aerial adventure, this isn't it. There's a parking fee on top of the advertised price, so budget for that. Kids under 11 need an adult with them, which limits flexibility if you've got mixed-age groups. Weather can impact it (wind, rough water), so check conditions. The experience is fairly passive — you're not steering or doing much beyond enjoying the view.
All equipment is supplied. Bring a camera if you want shots (secure it well). Public transport is nearby if you don't have a car. Peak times will likely be warm weekends, so book ahead. Not suitable if you're pregnant.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.