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    23' Pontoon Rental in Destin

    Captain your own pontoon for beach stops, bay cruising, and time at Crab Island

    4.8 stars• 389 reviews

    Duration

    4 & 8 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Life vests, instruction, anchor

    Highlights

    Take the helm of a 23-foot pontoon and explore Destin's waters at your own pace. Cruise the bay, stop at a beach to snorkel, or anchor at Crab Island for swimming and relaxing on the water.

    • Anchor at Crab Island for swimming and relaxing
    • Stop at a beach to snorkel from your pontoon
    • Cruise the bay and look for dolphins
    • Enjoy shade under the bimini top

    What's Included

    • United States Coast Guard-certified life vests
    • Dry box
    • Boating instruction
    • Anchor
    • Cooler space
    • Bimini top

    Important details

    • Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
    • Driver age 21+ required
    • Present a valid photo ID and credit card for incidentals at check-in
    • Drivers born on or after January 1, 1988 must complete the Florida Boaters Test before the rental; the temporary license is valid for up to 90 days
    • Complete the required liability waiver before arrival
    • Keep the boat out of the Gulf of Mexico
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 12 guests.

    From$24per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 48 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: HX8PTR

    FAQs

    Rentals are available from early March through late October.

    Bring sunscreen, refreshments, a cell phone, and a towel.

    Gratuity is not included in the listed price.

    Meeting details

    390 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541

    Experience provided by Dockside Watersports

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    Half Day Rental

    $290.98

    This boat fits up to 12 guests · 4 & 8 hours

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    Review summary

    4.8
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    Loyal customers keep coming back year after year, and it's easy to see why. The staff gets consistent praise for being friendly, helpful, and genuinely accommodating. Mike and his crew make the whole process remarkably stress-free, from straightforward online booking to getting you safely in and out of the dock. First-time boat renters especially appreciate how approachable everything feels, with dock hands who clearly know their stuff and make even hesitant newcomers feel comfortable. The pricing stands out as particularly competitive for the Destin area, offering solid value compared to other rental options. Boats with double-decker designs and water slides are a huge hit with families, and the location puts you within minutes of Crab Island and great snorkeling spots. A few reviewers mentioned the boats could use minor maintenance updates, though this doesn't seem to impact the overall experience. The flexibility also deserves mention, with the team willing to make last-minute adjustments when life throws curveballs.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars — Fantastic Experience! Our family had an awesome experience with Dockside Watersports! We rented one of their pontoon boats with two slides, and the entire family had an absolute blast. From start to finish, everything was incredibly easy. Check-in was quick and painless, and getting out to the boat was a breeze. One thing that really stood out was being able to drive right down to the docks to unload and load our stuff. If you’ve ever rented a boat with a family, coolers, bags, towels, and everything else, you know how big of a deal that is! So many other rental places make you haul everything down stairs or a long walkway. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made the whole experience stress-free. The boat was perfect for a family day on the water, and the two slides were a huge hit. We’ll absolutely rent from Dockside Watersports again. Easy, convenient, friendly, and FUN. Five stars all the way!

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    Christopher Audet

    August 21, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars — Fantastic Experience! Our family had an awesome experience with Dockside Watersports! We rented one of their pontoon boats with two slides, and the entire family had an absolute blast. From start to finish, everything was incredibly easy. Check-in was quick and painless, and getting out to the boat was a breeze. One thing that really stood out was being able to drive right down to the docks to unload and load our stuff. If you’ve ever rented a boat with a family, coolers, bags, towels, and everything else, you know how big of a deal that is! So many other rental places make you haul everything down stairs or a long walkway. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made the whole experience stress-free. The boat was perfect for a family day on the water, and the two slides were a huge hit. We’ll absolutely rent from Dockside Watersports again. Easy, convenient, friendly, and FUN. Five stars all the way!

    Photo of Christopher Audet

    Christopher Audet

    August 21, 2026

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