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    Private 26' Boat Charter in Fort Walton Beach

    Design a private day of snorkeling, dolphin cruising, and sandbar time

    5.0 stars• 177 reviews

    Duration

    2–8 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Captain, snorkel gear, ice

    Highlights

    Create your own Emerald Coast outing aboard a private catamaran with a licensed captain. Explore snorkeling spots, Crab Island, secluded beaches, harbor waters, or the Gulf at your group's pace.

    • Choose snorkeling at the jetties or grass flats
    • Relax at Crab Island with tubes and a floating mat
    • Search for dolphins while cruising the East Pass
    • Explore secluded beaches, the harbor, or Gulf waters
    • Enjoy a stable catamaran with an onboard restroom and Bluetooth audio

    What's Included

    • USCG licensed captain
    • Snorkel gear
    • Tubes and floating mat
    • Ice and bottled water
    • Cooler space
    • Bluetooth radio

    Important details

    • Ages 18+ only to make the booking
    • Complete a waiver before boarding
    • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel, phone or camera, drinks, and lunch or snacks
    • Leave personal coolers behind
    • An 18% captain gratuity is customary and not included in the listed price
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.

    From$76per person
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    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations or rebooking aren't permitted within 48 hours of departure. If the captain cancels due to weather, you'll be offered a rebooking or refund. The captain may change the itinerary based on weather.

    FAQs

    Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel, a phone/camera, drinks of your choosing, lunch or snacks, and a wallet for vendors at Crab Island.

    Yes. Each person must complete a waiver prior to boarding.

    Yes. An 18% gratuity is customary for your captain.

    Experience provided by Adrift Adventures

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    Private charter

    $461.10

    Fits up to 6 guests · 2–8 hrs

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    Review summary

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    Captain Cory (and occasionally Elliott) consistently delivers what sounds like an exceptional private boating experience in the Destin area. Families rave about the fully customizable trips where you get to decide the itinerary based on what you want to see and do. The flexibility stands out – whether that means spending extra time following dolphins, adjusting for weather, or skipping crowded spots in favor of more private locations. Multiple reviewers mention seeing dolphins up close, sometimes swimming right alongside the boat, plus sea turtles, rays, and other marine life. What really sets this operation apart is the relaxed, unhurried vibe. Unlike big group tours that rush you from spot to spot, you can linger as long as you want at each location. Cory comes across as genuinely knowledgeable about local history and wildlife, great with kids, and thoughtful about little touches like providing fresh pineapple, floats, snorkeling gear, and having a bathroom onboard. Parents particularly appreciate feeling their children are safe during open water activities. The communication before trips is reportedly excellent, and captains seem skilled at navigating weather challenges to keep the adventure on track.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    We had the most amazing time! Captain Elliott was great & more than accommodating when Mother Nature decided to throw off our plans. We got to see the sunset during our time and it was absolutely breathtaking. Pictures don’t do it justice! We got to see lot of dolphins! They were playful and came right up to the boat. Great company to make family memories with & plan to do it all over again next year!

    Photo of Haley Day

    Haley Day

    July 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had the most amazing time! Captain Elliott was great & more than accommodating when Mother Nature decided to throw off our plans. We got to see the sunset during our time and it was absolutely breathtaking. Pictures don’t do it justice! We got to see lot of dolphins! They were playful and came right up to the boat. Great company to make family memories with & plan to do it all over again next year!

    Photo of Haley Day

    Haley Day

    July 3, 2026

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