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Value Combo Oahu - X-treme Hawaii Parasailing and Jet Ski

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Had a wonderful time!

Reviewer: Ms. Kristian  Posted on 28 Jun 2010
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My sister and I had a wonderful time, we bought the parasailing and jetskiing package and it was so much fun! Definately will recommend it to friends and family!
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Perfect combo!

Reviewer: Mr. Mike E.  Posted on 12 Nov 2009
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We had never been parasailing or on a jet ski before so this was a great opportunity to do both. Parasailing was a unique experience and the crew of the boat were awesome. The guys made it fun for everyone whether you were up in the air or waiting your turn to go next. The jet skit portion was in an awesome spot near the end of the Honolulu Intl Airport runway. We got to see some big planes take off right over our heads. We also saw Air National Guard F-15's and F-16's takeoff and pull high speed turns right above us. The jet skit course gave ample room for high speed runs and turns.
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parasailing/jet skiing combo

Reviewer: Mr. colins1977  Posted on 9 Sep 2009
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The activities are great and must do for youngster.
For Jet skii wear sunglasses otherwise water slashes in the eyes.
I booked the activity online. But I recommend if you are budget concious you can wait and book the activity in waikiki as you can avail lot of coupans and booklets. The cheapest I could find was $75 for a jet skii/ para sail combo.
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Spectacular View!

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 14 Aug 2009
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I loved the parasailing! It was exciting and the view of everything was great! The jetskiing was not for me, but my husband enjoyed it.
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Great Experience for First Timers

Reviewer: Mr. CrazyCanadian  Posted on 12 Aug 2009
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We booked through Hawaiiactivities.com and arrived early in the morning. Note that we did not get picked up at our hotel, but was picked up at a hotel nearby (5 min walk).

We arrived at the gates and were taken jet skiing first. This was a fantastic experience. We had never gone jet skiing before and this is definitely recommended for first timers. We rode a boat for about 5-7min to a shallow bay where sharks do not go. They taught us how to use the jet skis (very simple) and off we went. There were 3 buoys which formed a circle. We basically rode around in circles for 30 minutes. They teach you how to switch in the middle of the activity so both partners get a chance to control the jet ski. They also gladly took pictures with our own digital camera and those came out very well. The staff for the jet skiing was excellent, never overbearing with tips and were overall very friendly. Highly recommended for first timers and couples and would do again in a heartbeat.

After jet skiing, we were taken to go parasailing. This was also a great experience although if you are looking for an adrenaline rush, maybe this is not the activity for you. It's more of a peaceful ride as you go up in the sky. You get a great view, it is very quiet up there and a good experience for couples and families. Some cons about this experience were that they were insistent on not taking pictures with your digital camera but instead used theirs. It was 15 dollars for the roll of film. We gladly payed for our pictures and they turned out great. The second thing is that the complaints about the tipping is founded here. They had 20 dollar bills stuck on to the railing and were constantly jabbering about tips. If I'm not mistaken, Hawaiiactivities.com has a gratuity fee in the final price so I wasn't very happy about them asking for more. Other than that, this was a unique experience although I may elect to go with another company next time in terms of parasailing.
Jet ski - 5/ 5, Parasailing - 4/ 5
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Awesome Fun

Reviewer: Mr. Kumar  Posted on 28 May 2009
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This was my first time para sailing and second time with jet ski.

the staff is very courteous and the fun we had is a lot. would definately recommend this activity to everyone.
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Exciting and enjoyable

Reviewer: Ms. Caley  Posted on 1 Sep 2008
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This is an incredible activity - the view from 35 feet above the ocean is breathtaking and one of a kind. Highly recommended!
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Best activity booked!

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 28 Aug 2008
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This was my first trip to HI. It was gorgous of course! This was also my first time parasailing. it was AMAZING!!! The views are specatcular! The crew on the boat ( two guys) who are clearly potheads ( which made them funnier) were informative, and easy to chat with. I wish the air time was longer, as you arent up long enough to see everthing and really take it in, but it was still fantastic! Option to take pics ( the crew takes them) of you in air was nice, I think 12 pics for 15$, I havent developed yet, Im sure there will be a few of the two smokers, as I saw him do that with other people, which is ok, as long as only one of each of them, we'll see. Cant take your own digital cam up, as they dunk you in the water twice before back on boat....bummer, wanted some pics!!!! Overall, would go again, minus the dunk in water so I can take some pics. OH! Somehow, our transp. was cancelled, by NEITHER of us!!!! So we almost missed it totally! I had to call and have them come back to get us, and we almost missed it. I was NOT happy about that. So Id make sure transp. is a go about an hourbefore, so they dont forget you!!!!
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parasailing and jetski

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 27 Aug 2008
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The parasailing it was amazing and relaxing. Jetski was okay. We will be back again.
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very fantastic

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 26 Aug 2008
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i'm very excited. this is very fantastic experience.
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x-treme parasail and jet ski

Reviewer: Mr. Pam  Posted on 25 Aug 2008
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My Husband and son did this package and thought it was great! The jet ski part was an awesome experience for them both!
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So Much Fun!

Reviewer: Ms. Tracy  Posted on 30 Jul 2008
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We had so much fun parasailing & jet sking. Parasailing was the most fun. The staff were fun & made you feel totally comfortable.The view from that high up was amazing and the couple of dunks in the water were pretty fun. The landing was super easy and the ride was very relaxing. The staff also takes pictures while you are up that you can purchase for $15, so bring a $20 and don't forget to tip the guys!

Jet sking was very fun & wow can those things go so fast. It really gets your adrenaline pumping. The guy was totally mellow and told us about the local fishing families on the way in & back.

I would totally recommend this combo package to anyone heading to HI.

As a side note - They are located within about 3-4 blocks of Ala Moana Shopping Center. We skipped the ride home and went on a total shopping spree. You can easily catch a cab or the bus back. Totally worth the quick walk up the road.
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GO!!!

Reviewer: Ms. VAL & CHRIS  Posted on 28 May 2008
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We went tandem parasail and solo jet skis and it was the best! We will definitely go again! This was our first time to do both and we loved it!!! Only thing they don't tell you is there is a place on the boat during both activities where you can leave your stuff so its ok to take money with you. It comes in handy when they offer to take a roll of pictures of you (and when the parasail guys beg for tips) The jet ski guy did take some of us for free with our camera. He was SOOO great!
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Awesome

Reviewer: Ms. M.J. & D.J. of chicago  Posted on 19 Oct 2007
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It was great and we would recommend it to everyone. The staff was very professional and comforting. {We were 1st timer and it was not as scary as we thought}:o) Thanks
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Parasail/jet ski combo

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 28 Sep 2007
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This was a lot of fun, although my boyfriend (who is afraid of heights) would tell you different. We purchased the 425ft parasail only to find out everyone on the boat got to go up the same distance...Hmm not sure why I had to pay more to go higher when everyone went the same height. The staff was VERY friendly and interactive. As far as the jet skis...spend your money on something else. We were taken out to a course with three cones that you went around and around and around for thrity minutes. The salt water stings your eyes everytime the water sprayed your face and it just got boring going in circles.
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jet ski

Reviewer: Mr. Anonymous  Posted on 19 Aug 2007
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nice staff. fun!
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first timers, now repeat customers!

Reviewer: Mr. Anonymous  Posted on 2 Aug 2007
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The staff was both courteous and fun... couldn't ask for an easier experience for our first time parasailing and jet skiing. Next time back in Hawaii, we will be repeat customers!
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What a Ride!

Reviewer: Mr. C Fontenot  Posted on 17 Jul 2007
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We had an amazing time while on our Honeymoon and thanks to Oahu X-treme parasail...I was able to get my wife 400 feet up in the air! And she's scared of heights too! I would recommend this to any couple looking for a thrill. The view from way up is amazing!


Mahalo
C and D

-Austin Tx
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Parasailing ever though& Jet Skiing

Reviewer: Ms. Anonymous  Posted on 5 Jul 2007
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We really lucky out on the day we went parasailing. We were the only two people in the boat to go parasailing (others didn't show) so we had the crew's undivided attention. Did the Extreme-Parasailing; 500 feet up, tandem (next to) my friend. The wind was blowing great. Beautiful sunny, clear day. One of the guys took a roll of film of us and gave it to us to develop. One of the pictures of us also had an airliner in the picture (they'd just taken off from Honolulu Airport). That was very cool!! They did a touch-n-go in the water. Awesome experience. On the top 5 of most fun activities I've ever done in my life!! I'm afraid of heights and not a good swimmer. We were well strapped in and with life vests. Very safe. I LOVED it and would do it again and AGAIN and AAGGAAIINN!!

JetSkiing -- the water was very choppy that day because of the high winds. The experience would have been fabulous if we'd worn goggles to keep the salt water from stinging our eyes. On a calmer day, maybe googles wouldn't be needed. I suggest that googles be added to the list of items to bring, just in case. Two of the three bouys we went to follow on the course were hard to see; they said that was temporary. Someone had taken them. Otherwise jetskiing was fun. The equipment was great, staff was super, and we met a young marine and his wife, just back from Afganistan and Bagdad. Awesome!!
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Xtreme Parasailing/Jetski

Reviewer: Mr. Kennon Jordan Houston/TX  Posted on 26 Jun 2007
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My wife and I had the best time ever participating in both activities. We would definitely do it again!!!
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