
Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain worth booking?
Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain is a 2-hour experience in Destin, United States, from $400 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (9)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $400 per person
Our sunset cruises on our beautiful Emerald Coast clear waters are some of the best in Florida! Spend your vacation watching a fiery bright sunset over the Gulf of Mexico while enjoying time with friends and family witho
What you get
About this experience
Our sunset cruises on our beautiful Emerald Coast clear waters are some of the best in Florida! Spend your vacation watching a fiery bright sunset over the Gulf of Mexico while enjoying time with friends and family without worrying about a thing! Our captains are licensed and knowledgeable in our waterways and truly enjoy being on the water!
What's included
Included
- Licensed Captain
Not included
- Snacks
What you'll see and do
Destin
You'll embark on your two hour sunset cruise thru Choctaw Bay where your captain will seek out dolphins, turtles and other marine life. Your captain will take you around Crab Island and show you the Destin harbor where you can take in the sights and sounds of local life.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Destin
Directions from Fort Walton Beach Head East on Highway 98 from Fort Walton Beach Continue over the Brooks Bridge onto Okaloosa Island @ your 1st light on Okaloosa Island (at the end of the Brooks Bridge), take a right onto Santa Rosa Boulevard then take an immediate right onto the street in front of Tom Thumb gas station. Power Up Watersports is located on the left in the Adventure Marina lot right on Choctawhatchee Bay. Directions from Destin Head West on Highway 98 from Destin Continue over the Destin Bridge onto Okaloosa Island @ your 2nd light on Okaloosa Island, take a left onto Santa Rosa Boulevard then take an immediate right onto the street in front of Tom Thumb gas station. Power Up Watersports is located on the left in the Adventure Marina lot right on Choctawhatchee Bay.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Directions from Fort Walton Beach Head East on Highway 98 from Fort Walton Beach Continue over the Brooks Bridge onto Okaloosa Island @ your 1st light on Okaloosa Island (at the end of the Brooks Bridge), take a right onto Santa Rosa Boulevard then take an immediate right onto the street in front of Tom Thumb gas station. Power Up Watersports is located on the left in the Adventure Marina lot right on Choctawhatchee Bay. Directions from Destin Head West on Highway 98 from Destin Continue over the Destin Bridge onto Okaloosa Island @ your 2nd light on Okaloosa Island, take a left onto Santa Rosa Boulevard then take an immediate right onto the street in front of Tom Thumb gas station. Power Up Watersports is located on the left in the Adventure Marina lot right on Choctawhatchee Bay.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Sunset cruising
This was a great way to spend our last evening in Destin! Very relaxing. Derek was great, informative and qualified.
via Viator
Great tour!
Captain Derek was fantastic from the beginning of our experience. We were scheduled on a Friday evening tour, but because of the wind, he suggested going the following evening. That was an excellent suggestion. He was a great communicator the whole time and tailored our tour to suit us. His pontoon was is great condition. The icing on the cake were the porpoise and the beautiful sunset. Great tour!
via Viator
Absolutely Beautiful Views!!
Derek was great. We immensely enjoyed our sunset cruise. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a relaxing cruise with fabulous views!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review! We love captain Derek and are glad you had a great time!
via Tripadvisor
Pleasant boat ride.
Captain Derek met us early and provided a pleasant evening pontoon boat ride. We only saw one dolphin on our Sunset dolphin cruise. The clouds covered the sunset itself, but we had a pleasant boat ride.
via Viator
Excellent pontoon boat tour of Choctawhatche Bay!
Really enjoyed our private tour on this pontoon boat tour of Choctawhatchee Bay and Crab Island. The Captain was very knowledgeable of the area that he shared with us during our tour, pointing out some landmarks. He was a nice guy and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Destin.
How much does Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain cost?
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Prices start at $400 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 Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 9 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 Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain?
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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 Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain?
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Around 3 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Sunset Crab island Tour up to 6 people captain 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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