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    Destin Private Banana Boat Experience

    Ride a private banana boat with your group, with up to 6 riders and a shared boat transfer.

    4.3 stars• 88 reviews

    Duration

    1 hr or 1 hr 15 mins

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Banana boat ride, Boat transfer

    Highlights

    Get out on the water for a private banana boat ride in Destin. Transfer by shared boat, then ride with your own group for splashy fun.

    • Experience a private banana boat ride with your group
    • Enjoy 20–30 minutes of ride time on the banana boat
    • Transfer by shared boat with up to 12 participants
    • Ride with up to 6 people at a time on the banana boat
    • Have observers ride in the boat without partaking
    • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera

    Things to know

    Ages 4+. Minimum of four riders per group. Shared boat carries up to 12 participants; banana boat takes up to 6 at a time. Arrive 20 minutes before departure.

    Cancellation Policy

    $10 cancellation fee. Cancel at least 48 hours in advance. No refunds for no-shows or late arrivals that shorten the trip. If only half the trip is completed and the rest is cancelled due to rain, no refunds. Trips cannot be rebooked the day of; rebookings 24 hours in advance incur a $50 fee.

    Meeting details

    316 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541

    Experience provided by Mobile Sports

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    Person

    $55

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    Observer

    $49

    Riding in boat • Not partaking in activity

    0

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    Review summary

    4.3
    Very Good
    88 reviews•Google Maps
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    Most families rave about the thrilling rides and fantastic crew members. Names like Captain Cody, Brad, Savanna, and Trent come up repeatedly for making the experience fun and memorable. The crew gets high marks for being friendly, professional, and adjusting the intensity based on who's riding. Many say this was the highlight of their entire vacation, with teenagers and adults alike getting tossed around and laughing the whole time. That said, there are some operational hiccups worth noting. Communication seems inconsistent, with a few visitors reporting confusion about timing, delayed starts, or difficulty reaching anyone at the office beforehand. A couple of serious complaints involve accessibility issues and staff attitude at check-in, suggesting customer service can be hit or miss depending on when you show up. Once you're actually out on the water though, the experience itself delivers the excitement you'd expect. Just plan for some flexibility with timing, bring goggles and sunscreen, and book ahead since spots fill up quickly during peak season.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The banana boat ride was the highlight of our vacation. The 2 man crew went above and beyond to make sure we had fun and were safe. Thank you for a memorable experience.

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    Julie Stiles

    November 9, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The banana boat ride was the highlight of our vacation. The 2 man crew went above and beyond to make sure we had fun and were safe. Thank you for a memorable experience.

    Photo of Julie Stiles

    Julie Stiles

    November 9, 2025

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