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Most Popular
Eagle
800 ft. $99
per person Highest in the U.S.
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Duck
700 ft. $89
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Chicken
600 ft. $79
per person |
| Observer | $35 / party |
| Photos — SD card yours to keep | $35 / group |
| Video | $35 / group |
| Photo + Video Bundle | $60 / group |
★★★★★ #1 Rated Outdoor Activity in Duck — TripAdvisor, Google & Yelp · 1,000+ Reviews
Parasailing in Duck, NC — The Outer Banks from 800 Feet
Nor’Banks has been the premier watersports operation on the Outer Banks since 1979. Our parasail boat, the Icarus II, is a Coast Guard-certified Ocean Pro 31 — the driest and most comfortable parasail vessel on the market. Launch and land right from the boat for a seamless experience. Just you, the wind, and thirty miles of Outer Banks coastline.
Why families choose Nor’Banks
| 🅿️ | Parking | Plenty of free parking in our expansive waterfront lot |
| 🏖️ | Grounds | Enjoy our huge lawn and make use of our showers & changing rooms |
| 🍽️ | Food & drinks | Village Table & Tavern —our great onsite restaurant is right upstairs |
| 📅 | Booking | Book online or by phone in minutes — rescheduling is easy |
| 👋 | Staff | Meet the friendliest crew on the Outer Banks |
| ⭐ | Reputation | Find out why we’re the #1 rated outdoor activity in Duck |
“Four of us went parasailing yesterday and had a fantastic experience! Sean is a super Captain! He is friendly, safety-conscious, and very skilled. We have been parasailing with him every summer for many years and will continue to do so for many more to come!”
★★★★★ — Verified TripAdvisor Review
- Highest flights in the U.S. — our Eagle flight reaches the FAA maximum altitude of 800 vertical feet
- Crew your family will remember — warm, experienced, and genuinely great with kids of all ages
- Great for the whole family — fly side by side with your family and friends
- Active WSIA members — our captains don’t just follow the national safety standards, we helped write them
Don’t Miss the Photo Package
Our mates shoot your entire flight with a professional Nikon D500 DSLR — from takeoff to landing — and you go home with everything on a 16GB SD card that’s yours to keep. At $35 per group, it’s the most-regretted thing people skip.
“If you’re ‘eh’ on the photography package — GET IT. Seriously. These guys truly go over and beyond.” ★★★★★
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What Families Are Saying About Our Crew |
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“Had a fantastic time with Captain Sean. He was great with our kids aged 4 to 17. We all laughed the whole entire time. We all agreed it was the highlight of our trip. Plus he played the BEST music!” ★★★★★ — jadensmommy24, TripAdvisor |
“Captain Sean did an incredible job with our daughter who has Autism. The crew was extremely patient with her. We can’t wait to return next year.” ★★★★★ — Verified TripAdvisor Review |
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“Our multi-generational family went parasailing with Captain Sean. We had an amazing time! The guys have good work ethic and are very hospitable.” ★★★★★ — Verified TripAdvisor Review |
“The Norbanks team really made our vacation. We had ages 4 to 80 on our family trip and Norbanks had something for everyone. One felt they were being greeted by friends. Would 100% recommend.” ★★★★★ — Verified TripAdvisor Review |
Our Safety Commitment in Plain English
Our captains are active WSIA members who help write the national standards for parasailing safety — not just follow them. Every boat is Coast Guard certified, every piece of equipment is inspected daily, and we will never fly in conditions we wouldn’t put our own families in.
- WSIA Active Members — our captains attend annual meetings and help develop the industry safety guidelines
- Coast Guard Certified — the Icarus II is inspected annually and certified to carry 12 passengers
- Custom Chutes Equipment — industry-leading harnesses and parachutes, inspected daily and replaced on schedule
- CPR/First Aid Certified Crew — all captains and mates are certified and drug-tested
- Weather-First Policy — we monitor conditions constantly and will reschedule rather than fly in borderline conditions
What to Look For in Any Parasail Operation
- Answer safety questions confidently — Coast Guard certification, training, equipment age and inspection history
- Give you the smallest harness you can comfortably fit — fit matters in a water landing
- Refuse to fly in borderline conditions, even if it means rescheduling your trip
- Replace and repair equipment according to manufacturer and WSIA recommendations — not just when something breaks
Early Week Savings
Enter code WEBFly6 to get $6 off each flyer all day Monday and Tuesday, or on the first boat of the day Wednesday through Saturday.
*Observer limit of 1 per party at time of booking. Additional observers may be added at departure if space allows.
Price Match Guarantee
Find a lower parasailing price in Duck or Corolla? Show us and we’ll beat it.
Captain Sean McShea
Captain Sean has been with Nor’Banks for over ten years. Review after review, families mention him by name — the way he puts nervous kids at ease, the music he plays, the extra mile he goes without being asked. He’s the reason people come back year after year.
The Highest Flights in the U.S.
Our Eagle flight reaches 800 feet — the FAA maximum, and the highest parasail flight available anywhere in the country. Most first-timers say they wished they’d gone higher. Go Eagle.
The Best Equipment, Maintained Like It Matters
We use Custom Chutes harnesses and parachutes — the industry gold standard. Equipment is inspected daily, logged, and replaced on schedule. Our flagship vessel, the Icarus II, is a Coast Guard-certified Ocean Pro 31, the driest and most comfortable parasail boat on the market.
We Help Set the National Safety Standard
As active WSIA members, our captains and management don’t just follow the national guidelines for parasailing safety — we attend annual meetings and participate in developing them. When you’re putting your family in a harness 800 feet up, that distinction matters.
A Facility Worth the Trip On Its Own
Our waterfront location on the Currituck Sound has free parking, shaded lawn space, showers and changing rooms, and The Village Table and Tavern right upstairs — fresh seafood, Sound views, and live music. Make a day of it.
We Stand Behind Every Experience
If your time with us falls short of what you hoped for, tell us. We’ll make it right. That’s not a policy — it’s how we’ve operated since 1979.
