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Destin Crab Island Boat Trip 4 hr

TourTruth score 8.9 out of 10

Very goodTop 5% in Destin

148 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Destin
  • 4 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise from Destin to Crab Island for four hours of swimming, paddleboarding, floating mats, and easygoing fun on the water.

About this tour

Spend four hours on the water with a Destin Crab Island Boat Trip, cruising from the harbor to a famous Emerald Coast sandbar. Once the boat anchors, trade the shoreline for clear, shallow water where you can swim, splash, or simply soak up the sun.

Make the most of your time at Crab Island with a BOTE paddleboard, floating seating, and a 25-foot lily pad. Volleyballs and footballs add a playful touch, while a shaded area and onboard restroom make it easy to settle in between swims. Bring your own food and drinks if you like, but leave glass containers at home; coolers and ice are provided for your use.

This four-hour outing pairs the freedom of a sandbar day with the convenience of a boat ride and helpful onboard amenities. Arrive at Gilligan's Marina & Watersports 45 minutes before departure, check in inside the gift shop, and complete your waiver ahead of time. Book your Destin Crab Island Boat Trip and enjoy a refreshing day afloat.

Highlights

  • Cruise from Destin Harbor to the lively Crab Island sandbar
  • Swim and splash in clear, shallow water
  • Paddleboard or unwind on floating mats and seating
  • Enjoy onboard restroom facilities and a shaded area
  • Bring the family for a relaxed day on the water

What's included

Included

  • Charter to Crab Island sandbar
  • Use of BOTE paddleboard
  • BOTE hangout float and floating seating
  • 25-foot lily pad
  • Volleyballs and footballs
  • Coolers with ice for your use
  • Onboard restroom
  • Onboard safety equipment
  • Coast Guard-approved life jackets

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Arrive 45 minutes before departure; the boat does not wait for late guests
  • Check in inside the Gilligan's Marina & Watersports gift shop before going downstairs
  • Additional parking is available across the street behind Red Onion
  • Waivers must be completed before arrival
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  • Glass objects are not allowed
  • Not suitable for people with back or heart problems, epilepsy, or non-swimmers
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Conflicting provider weight limits are listed as 300 lb, 309 lb, and 350 lb; confirm before booking
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap; strollers are permitted
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.96 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Destin
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.9. Top 5% in Destin means it ranks in the top 5% of tours in Destin by this score.

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