Thursday tiki boat cruise for the Warbirds airshow and sunset fireworks
3 hours
Up to 10 people
Life vests, anchor, cooler space
Ride a tiki boat in Destin on a Thursday evening to watch the WWII vintage Warbirds airshow, then stay out for fireworks after sunset. This 3-hour cruise is designed for groups of up to 10 people.
A captain fee is required and is paid directly to an independent captain; the stated rate is $100 per trip, paid in cash upon arrival. Gratuity is not included.
Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Product ID: VYJMVH
Yes. Bare-boat charter rules require you to use an independent captain and pay the captain directly. The captain rate is $100 per trip, and you pay in cash upon arrival. Gratuity is not included.
Bring a valid driver’s license, a credit card, your cell phone, and your confirmation number. It is also recommended to bring suntan lotion, refreshments, and a towel.
Arrive at least 30 minutes early with a valid ID and a credit card for incidentals.
390 Harbor Blvd. Destin, FL 32541 US
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.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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!
Christopher Audet
August 21, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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!
Christopher Audet
August 21, 2026
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