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Destin Dolphin Cruise on the Southern Star 90 min

TourTruth score 6.4 out of 10

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76 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Destin
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise Destin Harbor aboard the glass-bottom Southern Star to spot dolphins, seabirds, and other wildlife along the Emerald Coast.

About this tour

Set out from Destin Harbor for a close look at the wildlife of Florida’s Emerald Coast. Aboard the Southern Star, Destin’s original dolphin cruise, you can watch coastal bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat while seabirds and other marine life animate the shoreline.

This 90-minute cruise travels through the harbor and nearby coastal waters on a glass-bottom boat. Relax to island music as the captain shares a live narration, making the trip an easygoing outing for families and visitors of all ages. Evening departures offer views of the sunset, and bird feeding adds another chance to connect with the local wildlife. A restroom is available on board, and food and drinks can be purchased during the cruise.

Find the red ticket booth on the marina level, to the left of Margaritaville at HarborWalk Village. Come aboard the Destin dolphin cruise and enjoy a refreshing perspective on the coast, with wildlife watching at the heart of the journey.

Highlights

  • Spot bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat
  • Watch seabirds and other marine life along the Emerald Coast
  • Cruise aboard a glass-bottom boat with island music
  • Enjoy a narrated eco-tour from Destin Harbor

What's included

Included

  • Bird feeding
  • Dolphin sightings
  • Experienced captain
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Restroom on board

Not included

  • Crew gratuity; bring cash to tip

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Important information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats available
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Food and drinks are available to purchase on board
  • No dietary requirements are accommodated
  • Meet at the red ticket booth on the marina level, to the left of Margaritaville

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.68 from 76 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.4.

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