Destin

Tours

Go on a cruise and experience the beauty of Florida's emerald coast. Admire the beauty of Destin Harbor on the way out to sea. Keep an eye out for friendly and playful dolphins leaping out of the sea or swimming under the surface. Come to the docks then board your boat and set sail. Next, see the homes of the rich and famous as you pass through Destin Harbor, known as the world's luckiest fishing village. After that, arrive at the open waters of the sea to start looking for dolphins in their natural environment. Sit back as your expert captain brings you around Florida's emerald coast. If you are lucky, you might see the dolphins swimming up close to the boat as the skipper navigates through the sea. Take some photos of the dolphins as they swim by. Finally, return to Destin Harbor to finish up your cruise. Destin Dolphin Cruise is Destin's most popular dolphin cruise. Our company has over 20 years experience. Destin Dolphin Cruise has thousands of 5 star reviews and has won numerous awards. The boat is 45' 49 passengers and open air and our crew is able to explain and talk to the whole boat with a very personable experience. At anytime of the tour you can get in shade or out in the sun. Each person will be able to sit anytime they would like to. The boat is able to get dolphin spotted within a couple feet over the side of the boat with every person on the boat able to spot them within seconds of spotting. You will not feel cramped and every person will be able to spot the dolphins and easily able to walk down the side or across the boat to be able to spot the dolphins. The tour boats are the most popular tour boats used for dolphin tours in the state of Florida. What sets our tour apart from other tours is the experience of our captain and crew and newer updated vessels.

Enjoy a relaxing cruise at the Emerald Coast on this sunset boat tour with a local guide. You also get to see dolphins and other marine life in their natural habitat. If you're looking for a fun yet relaxing time on the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Emerald Coast, then this tour is for you. Enjoy yourself on a brand new 45' Corinthian Catamaran as you make your way looking for bottlenose dolphins and other local marine life. As the captain takes you around the bay, learn about the surrounding area of the coast and the different things to do there. After an hour of looking around, make your way into the Gulf of Mexico where you'll watch a breathtaking sunset. As you relax on board, you can also take pictures of the cotton candy clouds with the fiery red sun setting behind them.

Join a morning cruise in Fort Walton Beach and set out to discover the natural beauty of the Emerald Coast. Set sail aboard a 45-foot catamaran as you go in search of dolphins and other marine life in their natural habitat. Head to the meeting point and be welcomed aboard the boat by your experienced captain and deckhand. Then, sit back and relax as your captain takes you out on the water. Listen to interesting facts about the area and learn about what there is to do here as you make your way to an exclusive snorkel spot. Once your captain drops anchor, get ready to hop into the water and enjoy a snorkeling experience. Marvel at the local marine life and keep an eye out for different tropical fish, turtles, and brown nose stingrays. Explore this underwater world for a full hour before hopping back onto the boat and getting ready for your return journey. As you make your way back to the dock, keep an eye out for the playful bottlenose dolphins known to frequent these waters. When booking this excursion please include all persons in your group including infants in your count. Even though you will not be charged for two and under they will be counted as a seat on the boat. Not counting two and under could result in the termination of your rental without a refund as we may not legally be able to accommodate the size of your party.

Head to the meeting point and check in for your cruise before boarding the Southern Star, a custom-built double-deck, glass-bottom boat, U.S. Coast Guard-certified for up to 149 passengers. Choose to enjoy your tour from the upper deck and be rewarded with incredible views. Or, head to the main deck and enjoy a climate controlled cabin with a glass-bottom viewing area and a galley offering snacks for purchase. Sit back and relax as your boat leaves the dock and sets out on your dolphin-watching adventure. Listen to interesting commentary provided by your captain while you cruise around the Destin Harbor. Get a brief overview of the history of the area and learn about some of the sights you'll see. Then, as you exit the harbor, the fun begins. Choose to feed some of the native sea birds. The mates will be on hand to provide the appropriate feed and show you how to feed them. Proceed into the East Pass and admire the pristine waters and white sandy beaches of Florida's Emerald Coast. Then, if the waters are calm enough, head out to the Gulf of Mexico to go in search of dolphins feeding and playing in their natural habitat. And if the waters are choppy, your captain will cruise into the calmer, protected waters of Choctawhatchee Bay, where resident dolphin pods live and sleep. Spend time observing and encouraging the dolphins and learn about the pods that live in this area.

Embark on a 3-hour afternoon adventure with this Emerald Coast cruise aboard a catamaran. Discover some of the most idyllic snorkelling spots and get the chance to spot marine life in their natural habitat. Start your journey by hopping aboard a 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran from the dock. Enjoy the professional customer service provided by the experienced captain and deckhand. Begin making your way towards your very own snorkel spot. Take in the sights while listening to fascinating stories about the local area and what you can do here. Anchor and disembark as you begin your snorkelling experience. Marvel at local marine wildlife and get the chance to spot tropical fish, turtles, and brown nose stingrays - keep an eye out for unique seashells as well. After spending an hour swimming and frolicking around, you will rebound the boat and make your way back to the dock. When booking this excursion please include all persons in your group including infants in your count. Even though you will not be charged for two and under they will be counted as a seat on the boat. Not counting two and under could result in the termination of your rental without a refund as we may not legally be able to accommodate the size of your party.

Come early to shop at our onsite Marina Store! Drinks, snacks, alcohol, floats, and limited-edition Beach Weekend or Crab Island merchandise! You are welcome to bring any snacks and drinks (alcohol for 21+ only) onboard with you. We ask for no hard coolers on the boat, please. We will provide our own. Depart from Fort Walton Beach and make your way to the Crab Island sandbar on this family-friendly cruise. Glide across the waters and admire the picturesque views along the way. Once you arrive at Crab Island, one of the best swimming spots in the area, swim and snorkel in the clear waters, sit back and relax on the boat, and enjoy the atmosphere of this popular destination. After you've spent some time soaking up the sun, relaxing, and swimming, return to the original meeting point.

Start the tour by boarding the boat, along with a maximum of 15 passengers. Your captain will then take the boat towards the best location in terms of weather conditions to maximize your safety. Cruise around the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico while you wait for your turn to go up in the parasail. As your turn arrives, the team will take care of you by providing your life jacket and fastening your harnesses at the existing platform in the boat. This platform offers fantastic security throughout both takeoff and pull-in as the team lets out 800 FT of line putting you up to 400 FT off the water. As you rise safely into the sky in a double or triple parasail, enjoy privileged views of the surroundings as you look for dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays, fishermen, tour boats, sunburnt tourists, and lots of colorful beach umbrellas. Fly for around 10-minutes in a smooth, quiet, and breathtaking experience that only parasailing allows. Slowly start your descent and get the opportunity to touch the water prior to landing back on the platform (if you wish). After everyone in the boat has had their turn, the captain will take you back to the loading dock with a sense of peace and tranquility.

Arrive at the meeting point and be welcomed with red carpet treatment. Upon arrival, your concierge will unload your vehicle, and carry all your belongings & coolers (up to 50 pounds) down to the pontoon boat. The concierge will also load your coolers with ice from the ice machine for free. Before parting, you will receive a brief and comprehensive orientation from the team, so you can get the most out of your boat trip and stay safe. When it's time to explore, enjoy the gorgeous white sandy beaches and the emerald-green waters. If you wish, go fishing or make your way to Crab Island where many people gather and anchor their boat to enjoy the day. If it gets too hot, don't worry as all Pontoon boats have a 10' bimini overhead to provide some shade. After 4 hours of fun, return to the dock, where the team will carry all your coolers & belongings back to your car and pick up all your trash, that way all you have to worry about is having fun!! Boating experience required to rent a boat. -Must have 2 years boating experience and know how to drive a boat -Age minimum is 21 years old -Must have a valid Drivers License without any losses over a 10 year period -Understanding English for instructions -Drivers born January 1, 1988 or after must take a boating test or have a boating license with NASBLA on it.

Head to the meeting point and check in for your cruise before boarding the buccaneer pirate ship. Then, take to the seas off the coast of Destin to go in search of undiscovered treasure. Pirate-themed activities throughout the cruise are sure to keep everyone entertained and amused. These include pirate training, sword fighting, water gun battles, a treasure hunt, and even authentic cannon fire. Feel free to join in and have some fun with the Scallywags and Lil Bucs, but only those brave enough to complete pirate training will be made honorary members of the Buccaneer Crew. If you’re not keen to plundering and swabbing the decks, the galley mates serve grog to those pirates 21 and up. Simply kick back, relax, take in the scenery, and watch your lads and lasses have the time of their lives.

Hop on an up-to-date and well-appointed boat and make your way to the best snorkel sites in Destin on this cruise. See a rainbow of exotic fish and connect with the wide array of stunning marine life with the included snorkeling gear.  Start with a ride along the bay, where you can potentially spot dolphins before arriving at the first snorkeling site. Once there, get a brief lesson on snorkeling and using the provided equipment. Put your skills to use in the water where you can spy colorful fish, stingrays, and sea turtles. Next, keep a lookout for dolphins on the way to one of the other famous snorkel sites in Destin, such as the East Jetties. At the last stop, get in the water again for another round of snorkeling, where you can feed the fish and maybe even catch some crabs. Return to the meeting point in Destin at the end of your snorkeling adventure.