Crab Island Pontoon Boat Tour with Captain- 3-Hour Destin Charter
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Destin, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Round up your crew and make a splash in the crystalline shallows of Crab Island, Destin’s most popular outdoor attraction, without worrying about the logistics. This small-group chartered boat is equipped with everything you need for fun in the sun at Crab Island with a Bluetooth stereo on board, a cool box and cups for your drinks and snacks, and floats, six floating chairs, and two 11' paddleboards at your disposal.
- Relax and enjoy the scenery while somebody else takes care of the navigating
- Learn more about Crab Island and why it’s so famous
- No need to budget extra for food and drinks as you can bring your own
- A maximum of six travelers means it could essentially be a private tour
What's Included
- We offer a floating lilly pad, six floating chairs and and two 11' paddle boards.
- Bottled waterIce, cups and bottled water available
- Cooler with ice
- Tips for crew
- No Restroom on vessel
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 302 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, USA
We are at the East Dock behind the Edge restaurant at slip #1. Public parking is across the street or at the top of the hill at the Edge restaurant.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Destin
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jenny_P
We had an awesome time this morning on our Crab Island trip! Just like the other reviews said, Captain Harry was an amazing captain. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw 3 dolphins on our way there, and one on our way back. We enjoyed using all of the gear that he had for us to use. This included goggles, nets, a lily pad, paddleboard, paddles, and 4 water chairs. We highly recommend it!
Reviews
5.0
based on 188 reviews
Sthembile_N, Apr 2026
Had such a good time☀️Went with my friends and it was honestly the perfect vibe. Super chill, music playing.The driver was friendly and made everything easy, which made the experience even better. Definitely one of those days you wish you could replay.If you’re looking for something fun to do with friends, this is 100% worth it. I’d go again without even thinking twice.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We are so pleased to hear you had such a great time at Crab Island and really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. It really is a wonderful place and we look forward to seeing you again when you are in Destin, Florida.
KATHERINE_S, Apr 2026
The Captain and his wife Leslie are FABULOUS! I felt like I've known them all my life. Talk about knowledge and wisdom, which is needed when operating a water vehicle, they are the BEST. I felt SAFE!! I would HIGHLY recommend CruiseDestinBay.com
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review Katherine! We are so happy to hear you had a great and safe time at Crab Island, and that is our number one goal. If you are ever back in Destin, Florida give us a holler! Safe travels!
angie_a, Apr 2026
Boat left on time and easy safe trip to Crab Island. Captain was knowledgeable and easy going. There was all kinds of vendors on boats and people watching while on floating chairs was fun. Great trip with great captain!! Would do it again for sure.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the great review. We're glad that you had a good time on the Crab Island trip. We hope to see you on your next visit to Destin, Florida.
Lee_C, Apr 2026
Captain Harry was friendly, fun, and personable captain. I would definitely recommend Captain Harry's excursion!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the great review. Glad you had a good time on the Crab Island trip. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
James_Y, Apr 2026
Amazing trip to Crab Island with my wife to and two kids. 10 and 11. We saw Dolphins along the way and Captain even circled back to get us a better view. Once we arrived at Crab Island we anchored and had a great time. We used to floats, lily pad and stand up paddle board. We will definitely book again next time we’re in the area.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the awesome review James. We are glad you had a great time on the Crab Island trip. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
Scott_B, Apr 2026
It’s a nice relaxing destination. When we went it was a little cold but it was still nice and relaxing and we saw dolphins. 🥰 our captain was knowledgeable and friendly.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review Scott. Hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
ashwini_k, Apr 2026
It was incomplete due to weather. The trip was not finished. Please check weather before booking. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
This booking was made approximately thirty minutes prior to departure with the forecasted conditions already known, and free cancellation is available. While enroute to Crab Island, the captain made a guest-first decision that the cool, cloudy conditions would not provide an enjoyable experience and returned to the dock. The trip was provided at no charge as a courtesy. We appreciate your feedback.
Lauren_L, Apr 2026
Captain Harry was absolutely great! We really had a blast out there! We will definitely be returning!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the awesome 5-star review. We're happy you chose Cruise Destin Bay for your Crab Island trip. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin, Florida.
Kelly_D, Apr 2026
Excellent Captain and an overall great experience, we loved the energy of the crowd and it was great for people watching!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We appreciate the awesome review! Glad you enjoyed your Destin Crab Island boat trip with us. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin, Florida.
AlexisPaulJr_D, Mar 2026
We had such an amazing time! Captain Henry was incredibly friendly, which made the experience even better. He really went above and beyond to make sure we had the best time at Crab Island—providing paddle boards, speakers, water, and even a waterproof phone case. You can tell the tour company truly thinks ahead about what their guests need.
The boat was great—very clean and well-organized. I would definitely book with Captain Henry again. Totally worth it!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the awesome review! Happy you had a great time on your Destin Crab Island tour. Thanks for choosing Cruise Destin Bay. We hope to see you again.
Ashantha_L, Mar 2026
Awesome Crab Island boat tour! The crew was very friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent service throughout the trip. Everything was well organized and made the experience fun and relaxing. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed your Crab Island boat tour in Destin with us. Hope to see you again soon.
Shellie_Z, Mar 2026
Captain Harry was awesome! It was a chilly evening, but we made the best of it. We got in the water and found a jellyfish. We scooped it up in our net and even touched the top of it. That was pretty cool.
Captain Harry was very vigilant on our tour. There was a shark off of the distance and he had us come back to the boat safely. He said it is a rare occurrence, but it was pretty cool to see a shark in person that close, we are still talking at least a football field away from us.
He took us around the harbor and we watched the sunset for the rest of the evening as the wind picked up and got a little bit more chilly I would definitely recommend this for any family. It’s a great experience even with little kids. You really can’t go wrong with this.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you Shellie for the great review! We're glad you had a fun and memorable time on your Crab Island boat tour. Even on cooler days, Destin Harbor always has something special, from marine life sightings to awesome sunsets. Safety is our top priority, so we are happy that you felt comfortable while at Crab Island. We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to seeing you again on your next Destin visit.
Jacqueline_L, Mar 2026
It is a great time. Quality water toys. Fun Captain. Excellent communication prior to excursion. Worth the experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the awesome review Jacqueline. Hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
jaimie_c, Mar 2026
If I had known how much fun it was going to be I would have made a double booking. Two and half hours isn’t enough time if you love the sun and the water. It was the coolest way to experience the ocean.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the great review Jaimie. Hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
tikij63, Mar 2026
Our tour guide was excellent, he gave us a little history of the island as we started our tour, recommended places to eat and for entertainment. Loved the tour!!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the awesome review. It was great having yall aboard. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Destin.
Mauri_T, Mar 2026
Captain Harry was very personable and willing to accommodate us with whatever we needed. We even got an opportunity to see the dolphins!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review. Hope to see you when you visit Destin again.
Kayley_K, Mar 2026
We had the best time with Harry! Very knowledgeable and had so much information! We will definitely be back again!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Kayley! I'm happy you enjoyed the Crab Island adventure with Cruise Destin Bay. It was great having you aboard and I appreciate the kind words. Hope to see you again next time you're in Destin.
Ryan_B, Oct 2025
Excellent experience. Captain Harry it really good at making the whole trip fun and comfortable. The price is also very reasonable.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for the awesome review. Hope to see you again.
Jake_V, Oct 2025
This is the best crab Island tour that you can go on! We got there at 9 AM and it was cold, but Harry made it worth our while. Despite it being cold that morning, before the sun came out, he made the environment super welcoming and enjoyable. When my girlfriend got cold. He gave her a blanket and provided excellent service. He was very personable and provided one of the best tours we’ve ever been on. We will be booking with him for the perceivable future!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for the awesome review. Hope to see you again.
TRAM_J, Sep 2025
Captain Harry was the best. He made sure we had fun. He provided us with all the water toys. The boat ride to the crab island was nice. Captain Harry was thorough about the boat safety . He guided us what to do in case of emergency . We feel safe
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review for us! We are so happy to hear you felt safe and had fun. We look forward to seeing you again!
Roxanne_C, Sep 2025
Excellent time. Captain Harry was so nice and informative would highly recommend recommend asing for him
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Roxanne! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time aboard!
Genesis_M, Sep 2025
If you're still thinking about it...just do it! Cpt Harry was very informative, professional and the nicest guy. We had a blast and will be booking again soon. Thank you!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much Genesis! We had such a great time with y'all! We can't wait to see you again!
Jennifer_S, Sep 2025
So fun!! Harry was our captain. He was so nice and professional and accommodating. We only had 5 people on our boat which was perfect. Crab Island had a good amount of people and vendors but not too many so we had plenty of space to move around and could blast our music. (Harry had a large Bluetooth speaker for us to play our music.)
There were nice floating chairs and pads and paddleboards along some other toys. There was plenty to keep us occupied! I appreciated the cooler of ice with water that was provided. We were able to bring our own drinks and food as well and use the cooler. I would recommended having more cooler room available as it wasn't enough for 6 people's food/drinks but this was a minor issue for our 3-hour trip. We had such a great time and we will absolutely do this trip again. The price was fair again Harry was awesome! Thank you for a great trip!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Jennifer! We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave such a glowing review and are happy to hear you had a great trip. We are glad to hear there were plenty of activities to make your trip perfect for yall! We enjoyed having you aboard and hope to see you again on your next trip!
Caroline_C, Sep 2025
Perfect amount of time & the captain was very knowledgeable & funny! Highly recommend this for a relaxing experience at crab island.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review! We enjoyed having you aboard and hope to see you again!
nayeli_g, Sep 2025
The captain was absolutely wonderful and funny, a kind soul. We had the best time and he was really helpful! Even waited and called one of the other guest to make sure they knew where they were going. I would book with him again!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much Nayeli, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us a great review! We look forward to seeing you again and we will always wait! Safe travels!
Laura_L, Sep 2025
Our guides were easy going and friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. They went the extra mile to make our trip enjoyable. We definitely recommend this trip and will be back again!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Laura, we appreciate you taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We had a blast with yall and look forward to seeing yall again!
Taylor_M, Aug 2025
Captain Harry was the best. Small boat and very personalized, felt like hanging out with family. We had a great time
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you Taylor, we are glad to hear you had a great time aboard with us! Safe travels and we hope to see yall again soon!
Jamya_M, Aug 2025
I had an amazing time, our ship captain was phenomenal! His experience of the ocean was incredible . 10/10
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a great review! We hope to see you back soon!
Tiffany_W, Aug 2025
Captain Harry was friendly, personable, and very accommodating. He's probably the only cruise I'll book going forward. Highly recommend. The floating chairs were great!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Tiffany. We enjoyed having you aboard and look forward to seeing you again!
Catherine_J, Aug 2025
Captain Harry was so kind, professional and accommodating. This is a small group on a pontoon. Our family lucked out and got the boat to ourselves but even at capacity you wouldn’t feel packed in like sardines. Captain Harry had 4 comfy lounger chairs, 2 paddle boards and a lily pad. His boat is directly next to Beignets and Brews. The loungers were so nice and easy to get in in the shallow water. They were tied off too so we didn’t float away. Captain Harry even took some photos for us when my phone overheated. We will definitely come back and book with Captain Harry.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review, we truly enjoyed having you aboard. We agree, those floating chairs are awesome! We look forward to having you back!
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