Captain your own pontoon and cruise Destin waters for 4 or 8 hours
4 & 8 hours
Up to 10 people
Life vests, instruction, anchor
Rent a standard pontoon and explore Destin waters at your own pace as the captain. Cruise the bay, stop to swim, or relax with shade and space for your gear.
Drivers must be 21+ with a valid picture ID and a valid credit card for incidentals. If you were born on or after January 1st 1988, you must complete a Florida Boaters Test before the rental. Boats are prohibited from entering the Gulf of Mexico.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 10 guests.
Customers will receive a full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes early with a valid ID and a credit card for incidentals.
Bring a valid driver’s license for verification, a credit card, a cell phone, and your confirmation number (found on the voucher emailed after purchase).
The ticket booth is located on property in the yellow building.
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.
We had such a great time with Dockside. Our experience with them from start to finish was honestly seamless and just so good. Brandon & Kyle were genuine good hearted guys and we will 100% rent from them again. Boat was great, their recommendations were awesome. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
D Perez
May 13, 2026
We had such a great time with Dockside. Our experience with them from start to finish was honestly seamless and just so good. Brandon & Kyle were genuine good hearted guys and we will 100% rent from them again. Boat was great, their recommendations were awesome. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
D Perez
May 13, 2026