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    Cruise Crab Island on a Captained Pontoon in Destin

    Charter a captained pontoon to Crab Island with gear and water toys included

    5.0 stars• 33 reviews

    Duration

    2 - 8 Hour Options

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Captain, cooler & water, floats

    Highlights

    Customize your time on a 23-foot pontoon with a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain, cruising Destin Harbor and anchoring at Crab Island when open. Bring up to six passengers (all ages) and enjoy a dog-friendly day on the water.

    • Cruise Destin Harbor with a licensed captain
    • Anchor at Crab Island when open
    • Swim, snorkel, or paddleboard during your charter
    • Use floats, water toys, and crab nets onboard
    • Relax with a cooler stocked with ice and bottled water

    What's Included

    • US Coast Guard Licensed Captain
    • Safety equipment and life jackets
    • Large cooler with ice
    • Bottled water
    • Floating dock and float
    • Stand up paddleboard
    • Snorkeling gear
    • Water toys
    • Crab nets
    • Bluetooth speaker

    Things to know

    Crab Island is closed November through February; winter trips focus on bay and harbor cruises and may include a beach stop. The boat is Coast Guard Certified for up to 6 passengers and is dog friendly.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel up to 7 days before your trip for a full refund. If the captain cancels on the day due to weather, you get a full refund. Within 7 days, your deposit is forfeited. Final balance is due 48 hours before; if not paid, you lose the deposit and the trip is canceled.

    Product ID: E3595R

    FAQs

    Bring a valid photo ID, sunscreen lotion, a camera, cash, snacks and beverages (bring your own drinks), hats and sunglasses, and towels (bring blankets if needed).

    No. Do not bring glass bottles or glass containers.

    Arrive at least 15 minutes before your charter start time.

    Meeting details

    302 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541

    Experience provided by Bluewater Pontoon Charters

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    Review summary

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    Sherrie handles bookings and communication on the front end, and reviewers consistently praise her for being proactive, flexible, and genuinely invested in making each trip special. She sends helpful info ahead of time, works around scheduling hiccups, and has a knack for turning last-minute stress into smooth sailing. The captains, including Jon, Michael, Matt, Casey, and others, bring that same energy on the water with local knowledge, friendly personalities, and a willingness to go the extra mile. Crab Island trips are the most popular outing, though dolphin spotting, sunset cruises, and bay explorations all get strong reviews too. The boats come stocked with basics like water and floats, and dogs are genuinely welcome, not just tolerated. Families with young kids, couples celebrating milestones, and even guests with special needs have all come away raving. Across the board, the recurring theme is that this crew treats every charter like it actually matters to them, and for most visitors, that makes all the difference.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The beignets and brew cruise was an absolutely AMAZING experience! The coffee and beignets were delicious and we were fortunate enough to even see some dolphins close up! Everyone apart of the staff was so kind, and the captain Lyric did a fantastic job! We would recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Destin area, and would DEFINITELY do it again when we come back!

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    Sophia Coulson

    August 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The beignets and brew cruise was an absolutely AMAZING experience! The coffee and beignets were delicious and we were fortunate enough to even see some dolphins close up! Everyone apart of the staff was so kind, and the captain Lyric did a fantastic job! We would recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Destin area, and would DEFINITELY do it again when we come back!

    Photo of Sophia Coulson

    Sophia Coulson

    August 24, 2026

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