Boracay Banana Boat Ride: A Thrilling Group Water Adventure
The Boracay banana boat ride is one of the island’s most exciting group water activities, combining speed, splashing waves, and nonstop laughter into one 15 minute ride. You and your group sit on an inflatable banana shaped boat while a speedboat pulls you across the crystal clear waters of Boracay at high speed. It is perfect for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking for a fun, affordable way to experience the ocean beyond the shoreline. No special skills or experience are needed. Life jackets are mandatory and provided for every rider, and the speedboat captain adjusts the pace based on your group’s comfort level. Whether you want a relaxed cruise or an adrenaline pumping ride with sharp turns that send everyone into the water, the captain delivers. The banana boat holds up to 12 riders at once, making it one of the best value group activities in Boracay. Want more water thrills? Pair your banana boat ride with Boracay parasailing for an aerial view of the island, or try the Boracay UFO ride for another group water activity with a different twist. Book your Boracay banana boat ride online and lock in your preferred time slot.Boracay Banana Boat Price 2026
Group pricing for a 15 minute banana boat ride. Minimum 6 passengers per booking. Maximum 12 passengers per boat. Hotel pickup included.
| GROUP SIZE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| 1 to 6 Passengers | ₱2,700 |
| 7 Passengers | ₱3,150 |
| 8 Passengers | ₱3,600 |
| 9 Passengers | ₱4,050 |
| 10 Passengers | ₱4,500 |
Prices are valid as of January 2026 and are subject to change without prior notice. Each additional passenger beyond 6 costs ₱450 per person.
What’s Included
- Hotel pickup from Stations 1, 2, or 3
- 15 minute banana boat ride pulled by speedboat
- Life jackets for all passengers
- Experienced speedboat captain
How the Boracay Banana Boat Ride Works
- Step 1: Hotel pickup. Your coordinator picks you up from your hotel in Stations 1, 2, or 3 at your confirmed time slot between 9 AM and 3 PM.
- Step 2: Life jacket fitting. At the launch point along White Beach, your group is fitted with life jackets. The crew gives a quick safety briefing covering how to hold on and what to expect during the ride.
- Step 3: The ride. Everyone climbs onto the inflatable banana boat and grips the handles. The speedboat takes off, pulling you across the water for 15 minutes of high speed fun with sharp turns, bouncing waves, and plenty of splashing.
- Step 4: Return. After the ride, you are brought back to the beach and dropped off at your hotel or at a nearby drop point.
What to Bring
- Swimwear or quick dry clothing (you will get wet)
- Waterproof phone pouch or leave electronics at the hotel
- Sunscreen applied before the ride
- Towel for drying off afterward
- Secure footwear or aqua shoes (optional, barefoot is fine)
Important Information
- Minimum booking is for 6 passengers. If your group is smaller than 6, you will still pay the base rate of ₱2,700 for the boat.
- Maximum capacity is 12 passengers per banana boat.
- Life jackets are mandatory for all riders regardless of swimming ability.
- Pickup times are available daily from 9 AM to 3 PM.
- This is a weather dependent activity. The operator may reschedule if seas are too rough or during heavy rain.
- Not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with serious back or neck conditions.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the activity date
- The operator may cancel in cases of force majeure or extreme weather. You will be offered a reschedule or full refund
- No refunds for no-shows
Booking Policy
Book at least one day in advance to secure your preferred time slot, especially during peak season from November to April when water activities fill up quickly. Full payment is required at the time of reservation. You will receive an instant confirmation email and voucher after booking. Present either a printed or mobile voucher on the day of your activity. For group bookings, changes, or questions, contact us at [email protected].Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Boracay banana boat ride starts at ₱2,700 for a group of 1 to 6 passengers as of 2026. Each additional rider beyond 6 adds ₱450 to the total, so 7 passengers cost ₱3,150, 8 cost ₱3,600, 9 cost ₱4,050, and 10 cost ₱4,500. The base rate covers the boat rental for 15 minutes with hotel pickup and life jackets included. Maximum capacity is 12 passengers per boat.
The Boracay banana boat holds a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 passengers per ride. If your group is smaller than 6, you still pay the base rate of ₱2,700 for the boat. This makes the banana boat one of the best value group activities on the island since the per person cost drops as your group gets larger. At 6 passengers, you pay ₱450 each. At 10 passengers, you pay the same ₱450 per person with a total of ₱4,500.
Yes. The Boracay banana boat ride is a safe water activity suitable for most ages. Life jackets are mandatory for every rider, and the speedboat is operated by an experienced captain who adjusts speed and turning intensity based on your group’s comfort level. If anyone falls off (which is part of the fun), the boat circles back to pick you up. The ride takes place in calm, shallow waters along Boracay’s coastline. It is not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with serious back or neck conditions.
The banana boat ride itself lasts 15 minutes of active riding on the water. Including hotel pickup, the life jacket fitting, and the return trip, expect the entire experience to take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours from pickup to drop off. The 15 minutes of ride time pass quickly because you are constantly bouncing, turning, and splashing through the waves at speed.
Wear swimwear or quick dry clothing because you will get very wet during the ride. Avoid wearing jewelry, watches, or accessories that could fall off in the water. Leave your phone and electronics at the hotel or bring a waterproof pouch. Apply sunscreen before the ride since you will be out on open water. Footwear is optional: you can ride barefoot or wear aqua shoes. Bring a towel for after the ride.
There is no strict minimum age, but the activity is best suited for children aged 5 and above who are comfortable in the water and can hold onto the handles. Younger children should be assessed by the operator and may ride seated between adults. All riders regardless of age must wear life jackets. Parents should consider that the ride involves high speeds, sharp turns, and the possibility of falling into the water, which young children may find frightening.
Both are inflatable water rides pulled by a speedboat, but they differ in shape and riding style. The banana boat (₱2,700 for up to 6 pax, 15 minutes) has riders sitting in a single line on a long, narrow inflatable and holding onto handles. The UFO ride uses a round, disc shaped inflatable where riders lie flat on their stomachs and grip the handles. The UFO tends to spin and bounce more unpredictably, while the banana boat tilts and tips in a more straightforward way. Both activities are fun for groups and families.
Yes. The banana boat ride is one of the most affordable and entertaining group water activities in Boracay. At ₱2,700 for up to 6 people (just ₱450 per person), it delivers 15 minutes of high energy fun on the water with guaranteed laughs and memories. It is especially worth it for families and friend groups since the per person cost is very low compared to solo activities like parasailing or jet skiing. The ride is short but packed with excitement, and most groups come back grinning from ear to ear.
