parasails

Boat-towed recreational chutes

Parasails are parachute-like canopies towed behind boats, lifting riders into the air for a panoramic view over water.

The activity is called parasailing: We went parasailing in Cancun.

The verb parasail describes participating in this activity.

Unlike paragliding, parasailing requires no skill—you're simply along for the ride.

flight

soar

Ascend to heights

  • glideMove with effortless continuity
  • floatBuoyant object or vehicle
  • driftGradual movement, no direction

airborne · ascend · descend · hover · lift · altitude · elevation · aerial · canopy · launch

sport

kitesurfing

Board sport using power kite

water-skiing · flyboarding · snorkeling · paddleboarding · tandem · solo · instructor · certification · waiver · rental

adventure

thrill

Surge of intense excitement

exhilaration · rush · boldness · courage · fearlessness · escapade · challenge · risk · experience · memorable

beach

resort

Place for getaways

seaside · oceanfront · turquoise · shoreline · sand · sunshine · holiday · tourism · recreation · leisure

wind

breeze

Light, gentle air movement

currents · crosswind · headwind · tailwind · conditions · calm · thermal · lift · drag · turbulence

Opposites
aerial activity type

parasailsskydiving gear

Freefall and landing apparatus

parachutes · wingsuits · freefalling · bungee cords · hang gliders

water recreation elevation

parasailsscuba gear

Underwater breathing apparatus

diving equipment · snorkels · submarines · submersibles · dive weights

propulsion dependence

parasailskayaks

Enclosed paddle craft

paddleboards · canoes · rowboats · surfboards · swim fins

Family

parasailing, parasail, parasailed

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G