Posted on 7/1/2024

Sail Away with These Fantastic Boat Rental Companies

Destin is known for breathtaking beaches, fresh seafood and an abundance of on the water adventures! If you are looking for a boat rental company or customizable adventures then we have some answers for you right here.

As one of the top rated boat rentals in Destin, Aloha Pontoon Rentals has so much more to offer than rentals. They offer top notch customer service and they can assist you with a speedy booking! You can book a 4 hour trip or an 8 hour trip. Be sure to pack your own cooler full of snacks or do what the locals do and grab a few Pub subs on your way to have on the water. Keep in mind that coming out of the harbor is a no wake zone so you will have about 20 minutes of slow travel going out to Crab Island and 20 minutes coming back in.

If you have seen any Crab Island posts, then you’ve seen the Cruisin’ Tikis! This fun mode of transportation will take you on a relaxing ride to Crab Island and around the Destin harbor. At Cruisin’ Tikis they are all about the ride so you will be gliding across the harbor in style. You will have a captain that will drive the tiki so you can sit back and relax with a drink in hand. 

You can have a unique experience when you book with Crab Island Dolphin Tours. They do have more options than just dolphin tours on their list of options. You and 5 friends can book one of their amazing tours around the harbor and Crab Island. They offer a dolphin/Crab Island cruise, a sunset cruise, a fireworks cruise or a fully customizable cruise. These excursions are all BYOB and you will want to have a 4 hour tour if you plan to hang out at Crab Island!

This a family friendly cruise through the Gulf of Mexico. You and your family or friends could go snorkeling in the emerald green waters, watch dolphins, or catch the sunset. If you go snorkeling the gear is provided along with hula hoops and other fun toys to help you and the little ones have a good time! You will need to bring your own snacks and drinks on this cruise and there is an upper limit of 49 people that can attend as well. If the conditions are favorable, you may be able to have your captain take you to Crab Island as well!

If you do decide to go with a drive your own boat rental option like Aloha Pontoon Rentals please be mindful of the rules of the water linked here. You will want to be sure no matter what you bring enough snacks, drinks and water for a full day of fun on the water. Take in the stunning emerald waters, be aware of marine life and others, and make some amazing core memories!

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