
12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental
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September 2026
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Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
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Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 97 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental worth booking?
12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental is a 4-hour experience in Destin, United States, from $250 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 97 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (97)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $250 per person
Our fleet of pontoon boats are the best on the Emerald Coast! Equipped with a bluetooth speaker and Bimini top for your comfort, your ride to the world renowned Crab Island is only minutes away! Be assured that our boats
What you get
About this experience
Our fleet of pontoon boats are the best on the Emerald Coast! Equipped with a bluetooth speaker and Bimini top for your comfort, your ride to the world renowned Crab Island is only minutes away! Be assured that our boats are well taken care of and our customer service is impeccable! We look forward to having you at our family and veteran owned company! **Boat test required for DRIVERS born ON or AFTER January 1st, 1988**
What's included
Included
- Pontoon boat rental
- instructions on how to operate boat
- Life Vest
Not included
- Boater's Safety Test
- Gratuity
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Destin
We are located at Adventure Marina on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach. Just look for the blue building down by the boat ramp! **Boat test required for DRIVERS born ON or AFTER January 1st, 1988**
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We are located at Adventure Marina on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach. Just look for the blue building down by the boat ramp! **Boat test required for DRIVERS born ON or AFTER January 1st, 1988**
Options you can book
1/2 day rental - 4 hr.
pontoon boat rental
Full Day Rental - 8 hr.
Pontoon Boat Rental
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Power Up Watersports
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Boats DO NOT come with drivers (captains) - call us to add one
- If you are driving the boat yourself -- Drivers MUST take a boat course if they are born ON or AFTER January 1st, 1988
- We DO NOT provide coolers - you CAN bring food/drinks - NO GLASS & NO GRILLS
- 12 people max - Babies & toddlers count as people
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 97 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
97 verified traveler reviews for 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Family vacation
Great customer service, everyone was so helpful and friendly and make our experience worth it. Highly recommended
via Viator
Everything good, lady at...
Everything good, lady at front desk super friendly, guys outside explaining everything very nicely!!
via Viator
Very efficient and...
Very efficient and professional all but 1 deck hand, he was a little smart mouth and rude Everyone was excellent .
via Viator
It was wonderful. I don’t...
It was wonderful. I don’t like the fact that we were not in the shallow blue water because it was a lot of people. I love that the boat guys were so helpful with our things.
via Viator
Very Pleasant Experience
Power Up is very reasonably priced. The people there very kind and patient. Tate was a great help getting our boat headed to crab island. We will be back next year. I highly recommend renting your pontoon from them.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $250 to $599
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 34
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Destin.
How much does 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental cost?
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Prices start at $250 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Destin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Destin is not rushed.
Is 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 97 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Destin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental?
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Around 34 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Destin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Destin and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 12 passenger Crab Island pontoon boat rental start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Destin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Destin?
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Destin sells time on the water: pontoon and catamaran charters out of the harbour, dolphin cruises through Choctawhatchee Bay, snorkel trips to Crab Island and deep-sea fishing that leaves before sunrise. On Outty we rank every Destin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Clear Kayaking Eco Adventure Tour in Marianna, Sunset Dolphin Cruise, Top Shelf Tikis Crab Island Adventure 3 hr. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Destin?
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March to May and September to October, when Gulf water is warm and crowds thin. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Destin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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