Crab Island Pontoon Boat Rentals
Overview
Want the easiest way to get to Crab Island without dealing with traffic, crowds, or complicated rentals?
Your Crab Island adventure starts here with Destiny Water Adventures!
Hop on one of our comfortable, easy-to-drive pontoon boats and be on the water in minutes. No experience needed. We will walk you through everything so you feel confident before you leave the dock.
Cruise the calm bay, keep an eye out for dolphins, then drop anchor at Crab Island and spend your day floating, swimming, and relaxing in crystal-clear water. Want to explore more? Check out nearby spoil islands, quiet beaches, and the Destin Harbor at your own pace.
With a private dock, fast access to Crab Island, and everything you need included, this is the most stress-free way to enjoy Destin from the water.
Included with every rental:
• Free Parking
• Free Fuel
• Free Cooler
What's Included
- Retractable Shade
- Local Taxes
- Life vests (adult and child)
- Instructions
- Custom Built Luxury Pontoon
- Bluetooth Stereo
- Free Cooler
- Free Fuel
- Map of Area (Directions to Crab Island)
- Free Parking
- Boater Safety Certificate
- Gratuity
- Food, Drinks and Ice - Sold on Site!
- Security Deposit/Damage Waiver
- No Guide or Captain provided, customers drive themselves
Meeting Location
322 Miracle Strip Parkway Southwest
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
You're welcomed aboard your own custom built pontoon by Destiny Water Adventures' friendly and knowledgeable staff. Once aboard you'll depart from our centrally located private dock in Fort Walton Beach.
Once on the water you are minutes away from Crab Island and the Local's Secret Paradise where you can picnic and play on the private beaches.
Captain your own ship and experience the treasures and beauty of the Emerald Coast.
Keep your eyes open, as you may run into a pod of bottle-nose dolphins while you're out.
Please Note:
• Boat operator(s) born on or after 01.01.1988 must have a boater safety certificate (online test available).
• No Captain or crew provide, member of your group will drive the pontoon.
• You are reserving a boat for yourself and guests up to the listed max capacity when selecting this product, max capacity includes children and infants.
• Please arrive 30 minutes before your booking time to get checked in.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 10-12 passenger maximum capacity, make sure to select right size
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own caregiver
- Boater Safety Certificate required for operators born on or after January 1, 1988 (available online)
- A damage protection fee of $69 per boat OR a refundable damage deposit hold of $600 per boat is required at check-in. The deposit hold is released within 24 hours if there is no damage.
- Terms and Conditions may apply, please read ticket voucher for details.
- You are reserving a boat for yourself when selecting this product, max capacity includes children and infants.
- Must be 18 years old or older w/ a valid ID and Boating Safety Certificate in order to operate
- Must be 18 or older to rent
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Is boating experience required for a boat rental?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-129193P3
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Average 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 318 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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Yes, prior boating experience is required.
Feb 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Retractable Shade.
- Local Taxes.
- Life vests (adult and child).
- Instructions.
- Custom Built Luxury Pontoon.
- Bluetooth Stereo.
- Free Cooler.
- Free Fuel.
- Map of Area (Directions to Crab Island).
- Free Parking.
- Boater Safety Certificate.
- Gratuity.
- Food, Drinks and Ice - Sold on Site!.
- Security Deposit/Damage Waiver.
- No Guide or Captain provided, customers drive themselves.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Crab Island Pontoon Boat Rentals is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Crab Island Pontoon Boat Rentals will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Retractable Shade
- Local Taxes
- Life vests (adult and child)
- Instructions
- Custom Built Luxury Pontoon
- Bluetooth Stereo
- Free Cooler
- Free Fuel
- Map of Area (Directions to Crab Island)
- Free Parking
- Boater Safety Certificate
- Gratuity
- Food, Drinks and Ice - Sold on Site!
- Security Deposit/Damage Waiver
- No Guide or Captain provided, customers drive themselves
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 10-12 passenger maximum capacity, make sure to select right size
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own caregiver
- Boater Safety Certificate required for operators born on or after January 1, 1988 (available online)
- A damage protection fee of $69 per boat OR a refundable damage deposit hold of $600 per boat is required at check-in. The deposit hold is released within 24 hours if there is no damage.
- Terms and Conditions may apply, please read ticket voucher for details.
- You are reserving a boat for yourself when selecting this product, max capacity includes children and infants.
- Must be 18 years old or older w/ a valid ID and Boating Safety Certificate in order to operate
- Must be 18 or older to rent
