For travelers staying in one of the top-tier Sandestin area vacation rentals provided by Platinum Vacations of Destin, every day is an invitation to soak up the sun and experience the distinct charm of the Florida Emerald Coast. Among the most unforgettable activities are the dolphin tours in the Destin, FL, area. After a day on the water, you can return to your rental, kick back on the balcony with a chilled drink, and relive the magic of watching dolphins dance through the waves of the Emerald Coast!
Enjoy Our 8 Favorite Dolphin Tours in Destin, FL
- Southern Star Dolphin Cruise: The 80-foot glass-bottom boat is Destin’s largest dolphin cruise vessel, offering fully narrated eco-tours with educational commentary. It also features climate-controlled cabins, bird feeding, and a snack bar.
- Olin Marler Charter Boats: Aboard the Hannah Marie, guests enjoy a one-hour narrated cruise with up-close views of dolphins and scenic sights of the Gulf and Crab Island. With glass-bottom viewing, climate-controlled cabins, restrooms, and a snack bar, these cruises provide comfort and unforgettable encounters on the Emerald Coast.
- AJ’s Water Adventures: Voted the 2024 Travelers’ Choice in Destin by TripAdvisor, AJ’s Water Adventures offers fun dolphin tours with complimentary beer and wine and lively music. Their Snorkel & Dolphin Cruise pairs dolphin watching with a swim in crystal-clear waters from May to October. For adventure seekers, the speedboats “Sea Quest” and “Sea Quest 2” deliver an exciting ride, and kids can even take the helm!
- Crab Island Excursions: Cruise on a spacious 45-foot catamaran through Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay, where you can spot dolphins, go snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboard, and visit the lively Crab Island sandbar.
- Destin’s Original Sea Blaster: Climb aboard Destin’s original Sea Blaster and cruise with Capt. Larry for high-energy dolphin tours unlike any other. They offer delights such as complimentary drinks, snorkeling combos, dolphin cruises, or sunset and fireworks tours, all departing from Harborwalk Village.
- Tailfins Island Adventure: Aboard their 48-foot tiki-style pontoon boats, guests enjoy a cruise with a USCG-certified captain, restroom facilities, SUP boards, water toys, and a large Bluetooth speaker.
- Boogies Watersports: They offer an exciting twist on dolphin tours with guided Jet Ski adventures through Destin’s scenic waterways, including Choctawhatchee Bay. These 2-hour tours, led by dolphin experts, provide thrilling close-up encounters with marine life. They also have glass-bottom boat tours with a snack and drink bar featuring daytime, sunset, and fireworks cruises along the beautiful Emerald Coast.
- Buccaneer Pirate Cruise: For a more whimsical twist, the Buccaneer Pirate Cruise combines dolphin spotting with interactive pirate-themed entertainment, making it a hit with kids and the young at heart.
