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Destin Florida is located on the Western Florida Panhandle where the south-facing coastline meets the warm blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The area is called The Emerald Coast due to the distinctive color of the water, and Destin is sited on a peninsula that is part a 122-mile stretch of pure white sand beach arcing south to Cape San Blas. Once a small fishing village, Destin is known as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” for the great angling in the area. Visitors also enjoy trying watersports like boating, jet ski riding, and surfing, taking cruises to watch dolphins or the amazing sunsets, golfing on numerous courses, having cocktails on crab island, or simply building sandcastles on the perfect beach.

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Things To Do In Destin
Hydrojet Dolphin Cruise
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Hydrojet Dolphin Cruise

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$40
Clear Kayak Adventure in Fort Walton Beach

Clear Kayak Adventure in Fort Walton Beach

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$69
Original Cruisin' Tikis Sunset Cruise in Destin Harbor
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Original Cruisin' Tikis Sunset Cruise in Destin Harbor

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$69.55
Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor
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Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor

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$48.15
Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
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Original Cruisin' Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure

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$88
Flippers Adventures Dolphin Cruise

Flippers Adventures Dolphin Cruise

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$25
Banana Boat Ride in the Gulf of Mexico
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Banana Boat Ride in the Gulf of Mexico

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$58.85
Crab Island and Dolphin Cruise

Crab Island and Dolphin Cruise

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$69.99
Island Jetski Adventure
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Island Jetski Adventure

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$119
Flippers Adventures 2 Stop Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise

Flippers Adventures 2 Stop Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise

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$50
2 Hours Swim with the Dolphins in Panama City

2 Hours Swim with the Dolphins in Panama City

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$65
Original Cruisin' Tikis Fireworks Cruise

Original Cruisin' Tikis Fireworks Cruise

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Destin tours by style
Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours
Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours
Boat Tours
Boat Tours
Luxury Tours
Luxury Tours
Luxury & Special Occasions
Luxury & Special Occasions
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Day Cruises
Day Cruises
Adrenaline & Extreme
Adrenaline & Extreme
Tours & Sightseeing
Tours & Sightseeing
Sunset Cruises
Sunset Cruises
Kayaking & Canoeing
Kayaking & Canoeing
Nature & Wildlife
Nature & Wildlife
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Half-day Tours
Half-day Tours
Jet Boats & Speed Boats
Jet Boats & Speed Boats
Private Sightseeing Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Private & Custom Tours
Private & Custom Tours
Weddings & Honeymoons
Weddings & Honeymoons
Waterskiing & Jetskiing
Waterskiing & Jetskiing
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
Sailing Trips
Sailing Trips
Swim with Dolphins
Swim with Dolphins
Fun and Games
Fun and Games
Night Cruises
Night Cruises
Night Tours
Night Tours
Shows, Concerts & Sports
Shows, Concerts & Sports
Day Trips & Excursions
Day Trips & Excursions
Boat Rentals
Boat Rentals
Water Equipment
Water Equipment
Catamaran Cruises
Catamaran Cruises
River Rafting & Tubing
River Rafting & Tubing
Tubing
Tubing
Theater, Shows & Musicals
Hop-on Hop-off Tours
Hop-on Hop-off Tours
Surfing Lessons
Surfing Lessons
Ports of Call Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Sports Lessons
Sports Lessons
Port Transfers
Port Transfers
Fishing Charters & Tours
Fishing Charters & Tours
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Fishing
Fishing
Airport & Ground Transfers
Airport & Ground Transfers
Airport Services
Airport Services
Cultural & Theme Tours
Cultural & Theme Tours
Cultural Tours
Dining Experiences
Dining Experiences
Eco Tours
Eco Tours
Family-friendly Shows
Food, Wine & Nightlife
Food, Wine & Nightlife
Full-day Tours
Full-day Tours
Glassblowing Classes
Historical & Heritage Tours
Honeymoon Packages
Honeymoon Packages
Music Classes
Music Classes
Nightlife
Nightlife
Parasailing
Parasailing
Photography Tours
Photography Tours
Private Drivers
Private Drivers
Romantic Tours
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Shore Excursions
Shore Excursions
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Sustainable Tours
Sustainable Tours
Transfers & Ground Transport
Transfers & Ground Transport
Unique Experiences
Unique Experiences
Unique Experiences
Walking & Biking Tours
Walking & Biking Tours
Walking Tours
Water Sports
Water Sports
Water Transfers
Wedding Packages
Recent Destin traveler reviews
Tiki Crab Island Experience
Original Cruisin’ Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Tiki Crab Island Experience
Cathy B, Mar 2024
This was a fun trip to take out to Crab Island for a birthday celebration. Captain Brandon was awesome. I would highly recommend this adventure!
Tour was great, Very friendly staff and easy find. Definitely recommend and a must for all the tourists in Destin area.
Original Cruisin’ Tikis 3hr Crab Island Sandbar Adventure
Tour was great, Very friendly staff and easy find. Definitely recommend and a must for all the tourists in Destin area.
hemanth810, Nov 2023
Tour was great, Very friendly staff. Definitely recommend and a must for all the tourists in Destin area.
Fun Dolphin Cruise!
Hydrojet Dolphin Cruise
Fun Dolphin Cruise!
Logan_P, Nov 2023
The dolphin cruise was a really fun experience! We saw lots of dolphins and a beautiful sunset. There were several opportunities where the boat idled to let us take pictures. The captain was very knowledgeable and shared several dolphin facts with us. I would recommend bringing a rain jacket or poncho because some ocean spray does enter the boat. Overall, the cruise was a fun way to spend an evening and a great value for the price.
Sunset Tiki Cruise
Original Cruisin’ Tikis Sunset Cruise in Destin Harbor
Sunset Tiki Cruise
Latavia_W, Nov 2023
Seeing the dolphins and the sunset were my favorite highlights from our tiki cruise experience. It was to celebrate my friends 36th birthday and she enjoyed every minute. Our captain Mike was a great guide and was able to spot dolphins easily for us to capture on film.
Great tour!
Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain
Great tour!
Tina_W, Nov 2023
Captain Derek was fantastic from the beginning of our experience. We were scheduled on a Friday evening tour, but because of the wind, he suggested going the following evening. That was an excellent suggestion. He was a great communicator the whole time and tailored our tour to suit us. His pontoon was is great condition. The icing on the cake were the porpoise and the beautiful sunset. Great tour!
Great experience
Crab Island and Dolphin Cruise
Great experience
Sherry_C, Oct 2023
Great time …friendly staff…💕 lil late in the year but overall it was a great time and would recommend
Relaxing time on the water
Clear Kayak Adventure in Fort Walton Beach
Relaxing time on the water
Sarah_L, Oct 2023
We enjoyed getting out on the bay with the lights to see the fish and wildlife. May try the sunset cruise next time.
Family Fall Trip
Crab Island and Dolphin Cruise
Family Fall Trip
643nickieb, Oct 2023
We enjoyed this daytime trip to Crab Island. Relaxed and low keyed. Crew was awesome. Vessel was well maintained and safe. Bonus: We did see dolphins.
Hydro tour
Hydrojet Dolphin Cruise
Hydro tour
Robert_D, Oct 2023
Had a blast. Good music. Hot tour guide (the female) made it a blast. Seen several dolphins and crab island.
Absolutely Beautiful Views!!
Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain
Absolutely Beautiful Views!!
H8937TTteresam, Oct 2023
Derek was great. We immensely enjoyed our sunset cruise. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a relaxing cruise with fabulous views!!
Amazing time!
3-Hour Crab Island Excursion
Amazing time!
Emily_M, Oct 2023
Had the best tour guide! No one else had booked the time slot we did so ended up getting a private tour! Very nice boat and great experience.
Amazing dolphin encounter experience
2 Hours Swim with the Dolphins in Panama City
Amazing dolphin encounter experience
Emily_M, Oct 2023
Dale was an amazing tour guide! We saw a ton of dolphins up close and personal. We were the only ones who booked the time slot but he still agreed to take us even though it was under the minimum number of passengers so we had a private tour! It was definitely a highlight of the trip.
Beautiful sunset cruise
Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor
Beautiful sunset cruise
Danny W, Oct 2023
The sunset cruise was beautiful. The captain and mate were amazing. And we did see dolphins and watched them play for a short bit. Our cruise was well worth the money!
Great
Flippers Adventures Dolphin Cruise
Great
Johanna_A, Oct 2023
Great experience, very organized. We were a bit limited due to my mother I law’s condition but they were very helpful. we got to see the dolphins and had a great time with family
Very Relaxing & Exciting
Clear Kayak Adventure in Fort Walton Beach
Very Relaxing & Exciting
Arik_S, Oct 2023
I can’t remember the dudes name but he was awesome! 1st time kayaking & we had a blast after figuring out how to paddle & enjoy the experience! We had plenty of laughs & made memories for a lifetime! We appreciate the experience & plan to do it again!
Best Captain Murray sunset cruise!!
Original Cruisin’ Tikis Sunset Cruise in Destin Harbor
Best Captain Murray sunset cruise!!
Gypsywoman4life, Oct 2023
Amazing!! I always request Captain Murray. He is so knowledgeable about the area. Great play list and knows all the right spots . It was 5 friends from CA and they absolutely thought it was the. Eat way to see the sunset.
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