Aloha Watersports

Surf shop in North Myrtle Beach, SC

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4.6 (1336 reviews)

North Myrtle Beach, SC

About Aloha Watersports

Aloha Watersports in North Myrtle Beach, SC, offers thrilling water activities including parasailing and banana boat rides. Customers consistently praise the exceptional, professional, and friendly crew who prioritize safety while ensuring an upbeat experience for everyone. This shop is ideal for families and first-timers seeking memorable, accommodating adventures on the water.

The Good

Customers overwhelmingly praised the staff, frequently naming specific captains (e.g., Hollywood, Tarzan, Turkey, Bubbles, Crab Legs, Honeybun) for being friendly, professional, fun, upbeat, and excellent at ensuring safety and communication. The parasailing experience itself was described as amazing, unforgettable, and worth the money, often including thrilling banana boat rides to and from the main vessel. Staff were noted for being accommodating, especially towards families with children or disabled individuals, and for handling rescheduling professionally due to weather. Seeing dolphins was an added bonus for some groups.

Things to Consider

The primary recurring complaint involved the high cost of purchasing photos, cited as $50 or $25 per picture, especially since personal phones cannot be brought on board. One review mentioned organizational issues leading to potential delays for those on tight schedules, although another review contradicted this, calling the process very organized. There was one isolated incident of a jet ski breaking down during a tour, resulting in a poor refund resolution, and another mention of a jarring banana boat transfer causing seasickness in choppy waters.