Life’s an adventure. You can best enjoy it when you do what makes you feel excited and revitalized. Parasailing is one such adventure of a lifetime you should add to your checklist. It’s a unique experience that lets you touch the skies and see the magnificence of our world from a whole different perspective.
Flying across the sky might sound exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Your first time parasailing can be challenging. Here are some tips to get you ready for a fantastic parasailing experience.
- Choose how you want to sail
You can choose between flying solo or in tandem with someone who shares the same sense of adventure as you. Choose the mode on how you want to take the flight.
- Choose your location and time
The best thing about parasailing is the bird’s eye view you get to have while soaring the sky. Choose a place where you can enjoy a good view of your liking. Take up a little research on locations that are scenic views to feel more relaxed during the flight.
Some locations can be high risk than others. And some could be too crowded for your liking. Find a place where you feel the most comfortable and have the desire to look from above.
Choose a time that gives you the best experience. Check which time, whether sunset or sunrise works well for the location you have chosen.
- Check the weather
Parasailing depends a lot on the two forces of nature, wind, and water. Wind speed and direction should be ideal for a smooth flight. So take a rain check and go ahead only if the weather is in optimal condition.
- Check your physical fitness
As with any adventure sports, you must fit into the necessary physical eligibility to take up parasailing. For solo flights, the usual weight limit is around 80 to 100 kg, and for pair of sailors flying tandem, it is about 180 kg.
Age limits may also apply, and children might require an adult to accompany them during the flight.
- Learn about the safety regulations
Parasailing, unlike the myths surrounding it, is a reasonably safe activity. Get rid of any fear you might have by educating yourself on the safety standards and regulations about parasailing that will improve your confidence.
Get a brief on the safety procedures from your instructor. Make sure the harnesses used to meet ISO standards. Clarify all the details you need, like the duration of the flight, boat starting speed, harness specifications, and, more importantly, the instructor license.
- Learn how to communicate during the flight
Talking during the flight is almost impossible. You can learn how to communicate during the flight by asking the crew members. Some companies may provide a microphone to ease communication, but the usual way is to use hand signals. Do make sure you have clarity on this aspect.
Plan your parasailing experience effectively. Make early reservations and get complete information on the cost breakup the company provides for the experience. Get the best deal and be ready to strike off one more item from your checklist happily.
- Wear proper clothes
Parasailers generally prefer swimwear when sailing over the ocean. If you are comfortable with that, go for it. It is essential to mention here that how you dress is going to impact your comfort during the flight.
Practically, you can wear anything that makes you feel comfortable as far as modesty and temperature are concerned. Shorts, swimwear, and even jeans are acceptable. If you tend to get chilled and there is a cold breeze flowing over, you can choose to have a hoodie or a windbreaker.
With regards to footwear, most people like to wear flip-flops and sandals, but if you want, you can wear tennis shoes too.
You are going to be on a boat for about half an hour or more, depending on the parasailing location. You will also spend a considerable amount of time in the air in direct sunlight. Thus, we will highly recommend you take measures to avoid sunburns.
If you have long hair, you should pull it back and tie it into a ponytail. For sure, you don’t want anything to interrupt the views around you.
- Have medication, if needed
If a car ride doesn’t make you feel nauseous, then parasailing won’t either. However, if you experience motion sickness, you can consider taking an anti-nausea drug, after consulting your doctor. The boat ride is more likely to make you sick than any other part of your parasailing experience.
- Choose the best company
Research a little about the companies providing parasailing services in the location you choose. Online reviews and personal inquiries can help get a good idea.
If you are parasailing in Mauritius, don’t forget to check out mauritiusdiscoverytours.com/parasailing-mauritius and the Mauritius Tourism Authority for age regulations for children and other security measures. The small island of the Indian Ocean applies the strictest rules when it comes to parasailing.
Happy parasailing.
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