Private, operator-driven Crab Island charter for up to 12 guests
4, 6, 8 Hours
Up to 12 people
Cooler with water and ice, Bluetooth speaker, Lily pad
Explore the Florida coast on a private, multi-hour charter with a boat safety certified operator who can tailor the day to your group where possible. Choose a 4, 6, or 8 hour trip with options like Crab Island time, local area touring, water activities, and snorkeling opportunities.
No pets allowed. Operator tips are appreciated; 20% of the total trip price is customary.
Cancel at least 1 week before departure. A $25 non-refundable booking fee applies. If there is inclement weather on the day of the trip and it cannot be rescheduled immediately, you receive a rain check voucher.
Product ID: 3G447B
Bring sunscreen, towels, and any items you want to bring on board that are not glass (glass is prohibited).
No. Pets are not allowed.
Tips are appreciated. A 15% to 20% tip of your total cost is customary (20% is also noted as customary).
314 Shell Avenue, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Travelers consistently rave about the captains here, with Tommy, Trey, and Carlee earning especially enthusiastic shoutouts. The captains go well beyond just driving the boat – they help load gear, coordinate with food vendors, seek out dolphin sightings, point out local landmarks, and genuinely seem invested in creating memorable experiences. Groups celebrating bachelorette parties and family outings alike mention feeling safe and well cared for throughout their trips. One isolated incident involved a less experienced captain who struggled with navigation and docking, which understandably left that group anxious. However, this stands out as a clear outlier among overwhelmingly positive feedback. The pricing seems reasonable for four-hour excursions, and many reviewers specifically mention choosing this company after disappointing experiences elsewhere. Most guests leave talking about their trip long after it's over, which says plenty about the quality of these outings.
I highly recommend Crab Island Jimmy’s Charters! From the reservation process to the actual day on the water, the entire experience was fantastic. A huge part of what made our day so special was our captain, Captain Tyler. He was absolutely amazing! We are a family of five traveling with our 6-year-old daughter, and Tyler went above and beyond to make sure the experience was fun and memorable for her. He really catered the day around what she wanted to see and do, which we appreciated so much. We went snorkeling, saw dolphins, found crabs, and saw tons of fish. Tyler was knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and made us feel completely comfortable throughout the entire trip. He also gave us great recommendations for food and places to check out while at Crab Island. If you book with Crab Island Jimmy’s Charters, ask for Captain Tyler! He truly made this one of the highlights of our family vacation, and we couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you, Tyler, for such an amazing day and wonderful memories! ⭐️
Heather Rodriguez
August 10, 2026
I highly recommend Crab Island Jimmy’s Charters! From the reservation process to the actual day on the water, the entire experience was fantastic. A huge part of what made our day so special was our captain, Captain Tyler. He was absolutely amazing! We are a family of five traveling with our 6-year-old daughter, and Tyler went above and beyond to make sure the experience was fun and memorable for her. He really catered the day around what she wanted to see and do, which we appreciated so much. We went snorkeling, saw dolphins, found crabs, and saw tons of fish. Tyler was knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and made us feel completely comfortable throughout the entire trip. He also gave us great recommendations for food and places to check out while at Crab Island. If you book with Crab Island Jimmy’s Charters, ask for Captain Tyler! He truly made this one of the highlights of our family vacation, and we couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you, Tyler, for such an amazing day and wonderful memories! ⭐️
Heather Rodriguez
August 10, 2026

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