Top Destin Day Trips

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

If you’re looking to get out on the water without having to rent your own boat and navigate the waters yourself, try booking this Destin dolphin watching cruise by Hydrojet. This experience takes you from the harbor to East Pass and out to the Gulf of Mexico as you keep an eye out for sea life such as for dolphins, stingrays, turtles, and more.

A funky Destin experience, this tiki sunset cruise lets you sail across the waters on a BYOB tiki bar. Pack your favorite drinks—ice and coolers are provided—and relax as you sail out on calm waters aboard a vintage-inspired tiki boat. Catch the sunset, look out for dolphins, and admire Destin skyline views; you’ll end the day on a high note.

A small jet boat and a famously friendly staff set this dolphin watching experience apart from its competitors. Search the waters off the coast of Destin for its native inhabitants, including dolphins, sting rays, and more, on this adventurous ride in the Gulf of Mexico.

Cruise through Destin Harbor aboard a floating tiki bar on this one-of-a-kind sightseeing cruise. Float through the winding canals and waterways of the area while enjoying a drink around the bar. Since this is a circular vessel, you can enjoy 360° views while you sail around. Your vessel is equipped with a cooler and ice, all you need to bring is the drinks.

Get ready to spend your day on the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico on this private chartered pontoon boat. You’ll hop aboard this captained vessel at Destin’s Heron Harbor then get ready for a fully customized experience. The captain will sail you wherever you wish, including the popular site Crab Island. You’re welcome to use the snorkeling equipment and paddle boards on board as well. Be sure to stay hydrated with free bottled water provided.

However you wish to spend a day off of the shores of Destin’s pristine beaches, your captain on this private luxury pontoon charter is ready to provide you with a great time. Climb aboard this 2020 Avalon slide pontoon boat with as many as five of your friends and family. You’re welcome to use the captain’s snorkeling gear and paddle boards to play in the water. You can also chart a course for Crab Island or go dolphin watching.

Go deep into Big Cypress National Preserve on a small-group wet walk led by a Florida Master Naturalist, then take an hourlong boat trip through the Ten Thousand Islands of Everglades National Park to identify plants and animals like rare orchids, bromeliads, manatees, dolphins, and the many birds that thrive in Florida’s vast swamps. Also embark on a 1-hour airboat trip way out in the real Everglades, with stops at Native American tree island villages. Lunch and other eco and cultural experiences are also included.

Sail wherever you please off the shores of Destin with this privately chartered pontoon boat tour. Invite up to fifteen of your friends for a cruise around the Gulf of Mexico like a local. Visit popular spots like Crab Island if you wish or go dolphin watching around Destin Harbor. Spend the day suntanning on a sandbar or use the captain’s snorkeling equipment, paddle boards, and lily pads for fun in and on the water.

We sail out of Destin, Florida and we are here to show you the BEST way to see the Emerald Coast through our unique and FUN pleasure cruise packages. Dolphin and Sea-life Cruises. Our luxury yacht experiences are for EVERYONE: from families, couples, retirees, and honeymooners – to corporate teams, wedding parties, and more! Let us take care of the details, all you need to do is show up ready to experience yacht life. Choose from a variety of excursions every day, year-round, on 52+ foot luxury motor yachts that can accommodate as few as two or as many as 12 passengers. Each excursion is booked for a single, exclusive group, at a fixed price, and includes food, beverages, and a splendid experience.

This is the biggest and best we offer! It has it all! Brunch for six. Happy Hour Charcuterie for six. Sunset and Harbor Lights. All of this,along with a grand cruise in the Gulf of Mexico to Pensacola Bay or Panama City Beach! Just choose East or West! . Either direction, you’ll probably see dolphins, Manta Rays, and Sea Turtles. While underway, you will be pampered by your crew. U.S. Coast Guard Certified Master Captain , Your First Mate also a qualified boat captain and responsible for your care and safety and the safety of the vessel. Your Steward serves your meals, mixes your drinks, and attends to any other needs you may have while aboard.

Head out on the waters of Panama City and spend the day fishing in the bay and rivers. Sail to some of the area’s underused waterways in Florida to try and catch Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and small sharks. Tours are suitable for first-time and experienced anglers and people of all ages. Each boat can accommodate up to three people plus the captain and provided equipment. 

No experience is needed for a successful fishing trip with this private inshore fishing charter from Destin. Your captain gives a lesson in basic casting (or advanced techniques for more experienced anglers), plus provides all of the necessary materials. Spend the day enjoying Florida’s scenic back waterways in search of snook, trout, flounder, and more with your group of up to four people.

The private charter is a unique celebration where the bride, bachelor or private party can enjoy a captained pontoon Crab Island & Destin Harbor experience! Relax in luxury aboard our custom 48' pontoon boat with restroom. This charter provides ample seating and a USCG certified captain to navigate you through Destin Harbor to Destin's world famous Crab Island. This all-inclusive charter is ideal for your private Bash of any occasion! Book now to secure your tour! Pricing includes first 15 passengers. Additional passengers up to 48 may be added.