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Destin (off 30-A) Fun Locations

24 ft (12 passenger) Pontoon Boat Rental with Luther’s Watersports

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Luther’s Watersports is your headquarters for fun on the water. Their 24 foot pontoon boats are roomy and have the sheer power to meet all your needs. Be your own captain with a trip to Crab Island, or journey into the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay. All boats are kept in great shape and reliable. Choose Luther’s for your next boating excursion!

  • Cruise Crab Island and Choctawatchee Bay on your own
  • Yamaha 90 HP engines on all boats
  • FM/BlueTooth/IPOD auxiliary hookups
  • Watertight storage compartments
  • Located on the Destin Boardwalk

30A Surf Lessons

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Discover the joys of surfing among the picture perfect waves of the Emerald Coast. An essential beach activity, this 2 hour, professionally-led surfing lesson will have you shredding the waves in no time. Surf lessons are a great way to discover a passion or start a new family tradition that you can take with you wherever your travels may lead!

  • Group surfing lessons for up to 12 people
  • Professional Instruction
  • All gear included
  • Family-friendly activity

4 Hour Daytime Sail with Sailing Moby

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Spend a half day among the wind and the waves of Fort Walton Beach courtesy of Sailing Moby excursions. This 4-hour sailing adventure means you get to go where you want to be between Okaloosa Island, Destin, and beyond. Relax, take a dip, do some snorkeling and watch dolphins play in the surf! It’s not too good to be true–it’s your own custom adventure with Sailing Moby. Based on Okaloosa Island, you can avoid the Destin traffic and paid parking. WE HAVE FREE PARKING & EASY ACCESS.

  • Private sailing tour in the beautiful emerald waters of Destin
  • Customizable 4 hour tour takes you where you want to go
  • See dolphins and other marine wildlife up close
  • Swim and relax while listening to great music

Big Kahuna’s Water Park Admission Tickets

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With more than 40 Water attractions and an Adventure Park, Big Kahuna’s offers something for every member of the family. Big Kahuna’s has been Destin’s one and only water park for over 25 years. Take a break from the beach and enjoy a fun filled day at the Water Park on slides like the Cowabunga Racer, Jumanji, and Hammerhead. You will also enjoy 4 slides just for the kiddos. Included in admission, you get to enjoy Big Kahuna’s picturesque tropical mini golf which has 54 challenging holes on three unique courses and is landscaped with beautiful flowers, sculpted trees and several waterfalls.

  • Over 40 water attractions to choose from
  • Rides and slides for all ages
  • Buy online and avoid long ticket lines at the water park
  • Tropical mini golf has 54 challenging holes on three unique courses

Captain Jambo’s Destin Parasailing

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Come enjoy flying free with the wind in your hair, and the expanse of the sky enveloping you. Take-off and land on the boat from a seated position using a smooth hydraulic winch system. There is an optional ocean dip before landing. Save your phone from the salty waves and get the best shots with our photo and GoPro packages.

  • Fun for the whole family! (5 years old and up)
  • Soar to 500 feet for a bird’s eye view of many marine animals
  • Hang out at the beach while you wait
  • Small 6 person boat has a more intimate experience

Duration: 45 Minutes

Catamaran Private Sailing Charter with Spider Crab Charters

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Sail Away with us and enjoy our fantastic area’s emerald green waters. Day trips may consist of a trip out to Crab Island – A shallow sand bar area that is perfect for families and couples. Our shallow draft 34 foot Gemini catamaran allows us to pull up close to the sandbar for easy access. Or maybe dolphin watching is more your style? While we can’t guarantee a sighting, we very often see playful dolphins in our waters. A simple, leisurely sail on the bay is also available for those who just want to escape it all. You can’t leave Destin without going on a sunset cruise. Our sunsets are some of the most beautiful in the world. Whatever trip you choose, the salt air and warm breezes are sure to melt away the stresses of daily living.

  • Morning, afternoon or sunset charters available
  • Sail Destin’s emerald green waters
  • See dolphins and other marine wildlife
  • Licensed and experienced captain at the helm

Duration: Varies

Charter Boat Backlash Offshore Fishing Charters

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We are an owner operated, hands on, dedicated company that lives eats and breathes fishing. Once a boy’s dream, now a well-established, respected, high-end charter fishing company. We offer custom fishing charters for small and large groups. Our trips range from half day 4 hour trips up to 2 day, overnight trips. Our trips are customized to fit you and your groups request from start to finish. The length of trip you book will determine the length offshore you will fish and what species of fish are targeted.

  • Customizable trips based on time, targeted species, and preferences!
  • Epic, 2-day overnight fishing trips available.
  • Fishing gear, license, and fish cleaning included.
  • Professional captain and crew.

Deep Sea Fishing Charter Aboard The Sweet William III

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Venture to sea for a fishing journey of epic proportions aboard the Sweet William II. From 4 hour Catch and Release trips to multi-day Marlin excursions, the Sweet William does it all. A family-friendly charter aboard a clean and spacious vessel, this is your chance to catch the biggest fish in the Gulf of Mexico!

    • Target King & Spanish Mackerel, Sharks, Triggerfish, Grouper, Snapper and More
    • Spacious charter fit for family and group excursions
    • Expert Captain and Crew put you in position to succeed
    • Bait, tackle, ice and fishing license included

Duration: 6-12 Hrs.

Destin Guided Kayak Fishing Charter

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Our kayak fishing guides are committed to offering the best possible guided inshore and offshore kayak fishing charters along the emerald coast of Florida. The waters here in Northwest Florida offer the best opportunities for sight casting and bottom fishing in the Gulf of Mexico or surrounding bays and waterways. Whether you are a beginner or experienced kayak angler, we promise to give you a memorable experience. Kayaks are quiet and stealthy allowing anglers to get up close to Florida’s wildlife and embark on an adventure to remember. You will see many species of birds and fish. You may even encounter dolphin playing in the water surrounded by gorgeous scenery.

  • Learn the basics of fishing in a kayak.
  • Target specific fish species and big game.
  • Fun for the whole family!
  • Tackle & Gear Included

Destin Harbor Kayak Rental by Luther’s Watersports

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1 or 2-seater kayaks are a great way to enjoy the Destin Harbor. Cruise the harbor and the Choctawhatchee Bay or just hang out at the nearby sand bar. We recommend Harbor only for novices, as the currents & boat traffic around Crab Island could be difficult. Two life jackets, comfortable seats, up to two paddles, & any other required safety equipment are included. Maps are also available to help navigate the waterways.

  • Located at the Beautiful Destin Harbor
  • Life jackets, paddles and safety gear included
  • Cheapest way to cruise to Crab Island
  • Guide map of the waterway
  • No minimum age to ride

Destin Harbor Stand Up Paddleboard Rental By Luther’s Watersports

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Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is becoming a very popular way to explore the calm waters of the harbor and bay, as well as being a great way to get in a workout. Enjoy a beautiful day of paddling on the water and soak up the sights and sounds of Destin Harbor and local fave Crab Island.

  • Life jackets, paddles and safety gear included
  • Located at the Beautiful Destin Harbor
  • No minimum age to ride
  • Cheapest way to cruise to Crab Island
  • Guide map of the waterway

Destin Party Boat Fishing Excursion Aboard Vera Marie

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Enjoy a fun family fishing adventure aboard the Vera Marie, a 75′ walk-around vessel that raises the bar for party fishing boats. The boat is equipped with a sports bar that includes flat screen TV’s, multiple tables, and a host to entertain the guests. Don’t let a long ride ruin your experience and book a charter today!

  • Catch Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish and more
  • Expert Captain and Crew provide assistance every step of the way
  • Spacious cabin with a bar and TVs for relaxing
  • Bait, tackle and fishing license included

Destin Pontoon & Jet Ski Package with Gilligan’s Watersports

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Gilligan’s Watersports is your destination for boating with the best equipment and helpful service. Be your own captain aboard your very own pontoon boat & Jet Ski. Each boat is equipped with 50 HP engines and can hold up to 12 passengers, jet ski can hold up to 3 passengers. Visit the popular Crab Island or even try your luck at some inland fishing in one of our popular bayous.

  • Clean and comfortable 12 passenger boat + 3 passenger jet ski
  • Friendly & professional instruction
  • Yamaha 50 HP engines on all boats
  • Lockable watertight storage compartments

Duration: 4 Hours

Destin Pontoon Boat Rental with Gilligan’s Watersports

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Be your own captain aboard your very own pontoon boat. Gilligan’s Watersports is your destination for boating with the best equipment and helpful service. Each boat is equipped with 50 HP engines and can hold up to 12 passengers. Visit the popular Crab Island or even try your luck at some inland fishing in one of our popular bayous.

  • See the beautiful sights of Destin at your own pace
  • Clean and comfortable 12 passenger boats
  • Friendly & professional instruction
  • Lockable watertight storage compartments

Duration: 4-8 Hours

Destin X Double Decker Pontoon Rental – Departing from Destin Harbor

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Our double decker pontoon with slide is a great way to spend the day on the water. Our rentals in Destin Florida offer great prices and we even include fuel! NO SURCHARGES from us. We are natives of Destin Florida and know all the hot spots and best places to see what you’re after, whether it’s manta rays with wingspans of over 6 feet, or a playful pod of dolphins, we can take you there.

  • Newer boats
  • Up to 12 passengers can go on each boat
  • Boater tests available for teenagers 16+ (See details)

Duration: 4-8 Hours

Destin X Parasailing – Departing From Destin Harbor

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Join the Destin X crew for a parasailing adventure to remember. Experience the thrill of flying high while admiring the emerald green waters below. Safety is always a top priority with Destin X, which has flown thousands of happy passengers in the past decade. Come see why parasailing is one of Destin’s number one activities!

  • Fly at heights up to 300 feet
  • Up to three people can fly at once
  • Experienced captain and crew
  • View Destin from a birds eye view

Destin X Pontoon Boat Rental – Departing From Destin Harbor

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Rent a pontoon boat from Destin X for great rates and reliable equipment. Destin X strives to offer the most competitive rates and the best customer service on the Harbor. The knowledge crew will provide all the best spots and places to see while on the water. Start your own adventure today!

  • Safe, reliable, and updated equipment
  • Up to 12 passengers per boat
  • Within minutes of Crab Island and the Bay
  • Choose your own adventure – Fish, snorkel, or cruise!

Destin’s Boggy Bayou Inshore Charters

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Fish the scenic bays and inlets of Northwest Florida with Destin’s Boggy Bayou Inshore Charters! Hop on down to Cenna Park and hop aboard Captain Dexter’s 18 footer for some serious fishing fun and big game like Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, and Seatrout! Bait, gear, and license included, Destin’s Boggy Bayou Inshore Charters will hook you and your crew up with everything you will need for an unforgettable day on the Choctawhatchee Bay!

  • Bait, tackle and fishing license included.
  • Experienced captain who will teach you how to bait, cast, and catch like a pro.
  • Charters target redfish, seatrout, sheepshead, flounder, and more!
  • Choose from 4, 6, and 8 hour charters.
  • Catch cleaning & filleting included.

Dolphin Cruise Aboard the Original Sea Blaster

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Climb aboard Destin’s ORIGINAL Sea Blaster for a fun and exciting cruise. Join an incredible crew and explore the emerald green waters for the most playful dolphins. From water gun fights on the daytime cruises, to stunning sunsets in the evening, this trip has something for everyone.

  • Cruise Destin’s beautiful Emerald Coast
  • Complimentary beer, wine, water and sodas on the tour
  • Encounter wild dolphins playing in their natural habitat
  • Enjoy water gun fights on daytime cruises

Dolphin Tour Thrill Ride Aboard the Screaming Eagle

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This exhilarating dolphin cruise and thrill ride will be narrated with fun facts and speed to keep you entertained for the full ride all while reaching speeds up to 35 miles an hour! You will be laughing, screaming and creating a great memory your group will remember forever!

  • Cruise the beautiful emerald coast of Destin, FL
  • Encounter wild dolphins playing in their natural habitat
  • Great for those who like to go fast

Duration: 75 Minutes

Dolphin Watch and Destin History Cruise

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Set out to sea in search of Destin dolphins aboard the Hannah Marie. Complete with a glass bottom viewing area, snack bar, and a climate-controlled cabin, this trip is the perfect recipe for maritime bliss. Take in scenic views of the Harbor, learn about Destin’s history, and enjoy the fresh ocean air. Both convenient and comfortable, these tours depart daily and provide plenty of seating for your whole crew.

  • See dolphins and other marine wildlife among the waves.
  • Glass bottom viewing area and open top deck make for incredible views.
  • Narrated cruise teaches you all about the history of Destin.
  • Climate-controlled cabin, snack bar & bathrooms on board.

Evening Sunset Sail with Sailing Moby

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A sunset on the water is one event that will never go out of style. Now you can amplify your enjoyment with an extra scenic sunset cruise aboard a beautiful catamaran sailboat. Enjoy the fresh ocean air as you and up to 5 of your closest friends and family members enjoy as the sun disappears into an endless horizon. Whatever you are looking to do, look no further, it’s your trip, you tell us! Based on Okaloosa Island, you can avoid the Destin traffic and paid parking. WE HAVE FREE PARKING & EASY ACCESS.

  • Private sunset sailing tour among the emerald waters of Fort Walton Beach and Destin, FL
  • Golden hour cruise for dolphins and other marine wildlife
  • Rate includes admission for up to 6 passengers
  • Kick back and relax while listening to your favorite playlist

First Class Destin/Fort Walton Beach Airport Transfer

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From curbside to surfside, our professional, courteous drivers take the wheel while you sit back and relax. We serve the Emerald Coast of North West Florida with upscale 15 passenger shuttles and ensure that you receive courteous service throughout the Emerald Coast! We are happy to provide you with complimentary cold water whether you’re traveling to the airport or just 5 blocks up the road. Rest assured that we’ll get you there in style, and comfort. We also believe in providing the safest rides around. Our non-smoking drivers not only went through an intense defensive driving course, but they’ve all passed rigorous background and drug tests.

  • Uniformed, background checked and drug screened drivers
  • Clean, smoke-free 15 passenger luxury bus
  • GPS directions, parking and rental car returns are a distant memory
  • Service to every airport in NW Florida

Gator Beach at Fudpucker’s in Destin

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Gator Beach is the most popular and exciting venue at Fudpucker’s in Destin. Located below Fudpucker’s BIG Deck, Gator Beach gives you the chance to see over 80 live alligators, in an up close and personal environment. You’ll not only be able to see the gators, but feed them as well! Gator Beach also has a series of exciting and educational gator shows each and every day during the Spring and Summer Season presented by our trained Gator Handlers. Shows and Tours are designed to tell you everything you ever wanted to know about these ultra-cool creatures in an interactive format where the Gator Handlers answer questions from the audience. You can tour the Gator Museum, shop at the gift shop, get some food or drinks at Fudpucker’s, and check out our special gator exhibits featuring rare alligators such as Pearl, the extremely rare albino alligator.

  • Meal, drink, short-sleeve shirt & souvenir photo included
  • FREE entry to gator beach, the exhibits, and the museum
  • Great for families and young children
  • Hold a live gator

Gilligan’s Watersports Waverunner Dolphin Tour

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Go with one of our guides and see wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins up close and in their natural habitat. Hear the sounds they make and see how much fun they have playing! We have been doing this for years and are very successful at finding dolphins. Our find rate is over 95%. But there are no guarantees. You may not feed and/or approach dolphins in the water. This is a very popular tour. Each waverunner seats up to 3 people.

  • Guided tour on 3-seater waverunners
  • Enjoy an up close experience with wild dolphins
  • Smaller groups for better interactions

Duration: 2 Hours

The Hydrojet – The World’s Largest Jet Ski!

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If you are looking for a fast and fun dolphin cruise look no further than the Hydrojet! Known as the worlds largest jet-ski, the Hydrojet jumps waves while cruising along the beautiful emerald coast in search of dolphins! So join the fun on a thrilling cruise to see the local dolphins and wildlife native to Destin.

  • Cruise the beautiful emerald coast of Destin, Florida
  • Jump the waves and zoom across the water
  • Encounter wild dolphins playing in their natural habitat
  • If you like to go fast, this is your kind of tour

Duration: 45-60 Min.

The MAXIMUM MAGIC Show Starring Noah & Heather Wells

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Don’t spend another night in your condo with nothing to do; Come out to HarborWalk Theater for some family fun! “Entertainers of the Year” and “Illusionists of the Year” Noah & Heather Wells Present MAXIMUM MAGIC, Destin’s only magic show with mind-blowing illusions, hilarious comedy, special effects, unbelievable mentalism and more! This family friendly experience is a fast-paced 75 minute show with audience participation for all ages.

  • Award-winning cast and show
  • Great for families & children
  • Audience participation
  • VIP Package available (optional)

The Swoop Party Boat Fishing

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Hit the Gulf of Mexico with one of the premier party boat fishing outfitters in Destin. The Swoop’s captain and crew will lead you to the best deep sea fishing spots using state of the art technology and old fashioned fish finding techniques. Party boat fishing is perfect for large groups and all ages, making this trip an exciting and affordable option while visiting the Emerald Coast.

  • Bait, tackle and fishing license included
  • Departing from the wharf at Harborwalk Village
  • Catch and keep snapper, grouper, trigger fish and more
  • Perfect for first-timers or budget travelers
  • Large groups welcome

Thrilling Private Dolphin Cruise

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From beginning to end this cruise is customized by you. This exhilarating dolphin cruise and thrill ride will be narrated with fun facts and speed to keep you entertained for the full ride all while reaching speeds up to 35 miles an hour! We will work with your group to ensure a ride you will never forget.

  • Cruise the beautiful emerald coast of Destin, FL
  • Encounter wild dolphins playing in their natural habitat
  • Great for groups who like to go fast

Xtreme H2o Destin Crab Island Parasailing

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Parasail with an awesome crew at Xtreme H2o Destin! Fly with your closest friends or family members as your soar to astounding heights above the Emerald Coast. With safety always in mind, you can trust that Xtreme H2o will make this the most memorable experience. Optional photos packages are available to capture this exciting occasion!

  • Fly up to 300 feet
  • View Destin’s spectacular emerald green seascape
  • Optional photo package to help capture the memories
  • Expert Captain and crew with 20+ years experience

Duration: 1 Hour

Xtreme H2o Destin Crab Island Waverunner Dolphin Tour

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Come enjoy a unique and upfront experience with wild bottlenose dolphins. Your adventure starts out at the Destin Marina as an experienced guide takes you to the dolphin “hang out”. After exploring, the guide will allow you to adventure out as well. You can set the pace of your tour. Make sure to bring a waterproof camera so you can get some good shots of the dolphins!

  • Enjoy a unique and upfront experience with wild dolphins
  • Guided tour on 3-seater Yamaha VX 1100 Waverunners
  • Adventure and explore the Choctawhatchee Bay
  • 1-hour tour & 30 min. of Free Time