Destin Bay Cruises: the 4 We’d Board First

1.3 Hour Crab Island Tour from Destin Non-Private with Floats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Spend three hours touring Destin Harbor, watching for wild dolphins, then relaxing at Crab Island for about two hours. The shared boat carries up to 22 people and includes snorkeling gear, bottled water, three paddleboards, and two lily pads. Crews such as Spencer, Delaney, Jesse, and Wendi keep the outing friendly and easygoing.

“Boat with plenty of room and a fun crew. Jesse and Donna were awesome hosts making sure we saw dolphins had a great spot at Crab Island, and never stopped moving putting out toys, calling vendors to our boat and playing with the kids. Perfect trip for a family.”

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2.Sunset/Harbor & Bay Cruise in Destin Rated Top 10

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Cruise Destin Harbor and Bay for about 90 minutes with a maximum of six passengers. Your captain may include local history, celebrity homes, and dolphin sightings, while wine, packaged snacks, music, and sunset views set a relaxed tone. Bring warm layers and a child-sized life jacket if needed.

“Very chill and romantic. The captain toured us around the harbor. A must do for couples. Loved it!!!”

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3.Destin’s Floating Tiki Bar Cruise: 360° Harbor Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Best value

You’ll cruise Destin Harbor aboard a floating tiki boat limited to six people, with a captain such as Sam, Josh, or Kirk at the helm. Bring beer, wine, or liquor, use the provided cooler and ice, play your music, and watch for dolphins, boats, waterfront homes, and sunset or harbor lights.

“Captain Sam was great. She made the cruise fun and pleasantly informative as she is through the harbor. We ended up on the evening ride and sunset with the dolphins was magical.”

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4.Public 3 Hour Crab Island and Harbor Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 57 reviews · 3 hours · from $75

Join Destin Pontoon Charters for a three-hour public cruise from Heron Harbor to Crab Island. Captain Spencer, Victoria, Marti, Izzy, Jesse, and other crew members have led recent trips, with dolphin spotting, paddle boards, lily pads, snorkeling, music, and two hours at the sandbar.

“Jesse and Donna made the trip for us. They were very attentive and friendly.”

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