Extended Full Day Fort Walton Beach Cruise
Private Trip
Eight-hour guided cruise aboard 30-foot tritoon with onboard bathroomVisit Crab Island and secluded islands with licensed captain navigationAll-ages group adventure accommodating up to 10 passengers comfortably
Picture spending an entire day cruising the emerald waters around Fort Walton Beach with your favorite people, no rush, no crowds—just pure relaxation on the Gulf Coast. This eight-hour guided cruise aboard Pelican Pontoon Company's spacious 30-foot PlayCraft tritoon gives you and up to nine friends the freedom to explore at your own pace. Whether you're planning a family reunion, celebrating a milestone, or just need to disconnect from the everyday grind, this all-day adventure delivers exactly what you're looking for.
The beauty of this full-day cruise lies in having zero time pressure. Your licensed captain knows these waters like the back of their hand, so you can sit back and enjoy the ride while they handle navigation to Fort Walton Beach's most coveted spots. The tritoon's 115hp Mercury engine gets you where you need to go smoothly, while the onboard bathroom means no cutting trips short or uncomfortable moments. You'll have plenty of time to visit the famous Crab Island sandbar, discover hidden private islands that most tourists never see, and swim in those crystal-clear shallow waters around Destin that make this area a top-rated destination. The steady pace means everyone from grandparents to toddlers can enjoy the day without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
The 30-foot PlayCraft tritoon serves as your comfortable platform for the entire day. These boats are specifically designed for stability and space—crucial when you're spending eight hours on the water with a group. The triple-hull design cuts through chop smoothly, so even passengers who get seasick on smaller boats usually do just fine. Your captain comes from a carefully vetted list provided by the company owner, ensuring you get someone who knows not just navigation but also the best spots for swimming, the coolest wildlife viewing areas, and where to anchor for the most Instagram-worthy photos. All safety equipment comes standard, and the boat's layout allows everyone to spread out, whether they want to sunbathe, fish off the side, or just chat in the shade.
The waters around Fort Walton Beach team with life year-round, making every cruise a mini wildlife documentary. Bottlenose dolphins are the real crowd-pleasers here—these playful mammals often approach boats out of curiosity, especially around Crab Island where they've learned that humans usually mean easy fishing opportunities. You'll spot them most often in the morning and late afternoon when they're actively hunting. Don't be surprised if a pod decides to ride your wake for a few minutes, showing off with jumps and flips. Brown pelicans are another customer favorite, diving headfirst into the water with surprising grace for such large birds. During summer months, you might catch glimpses of sea turtles surfacing to breathe, particularly loggerheads that nest along nearby beaches. The shallow grass flats around Destin harbor juvenile fish species like snapper and grouper, along with stingrays that glide just beneath the surface. Blue crabs scuttle around the sandy bottoms near Crab Island, which explains how that famous sandbar got its name in the first place.
This world-class cruise experience runs year-round, making it perfect for both peak summer adventures and peaceful off-season getaways when you'll have the water practically to yourself. The base boat rental is $450, plus a required $350 captain fee paid directly to your guide on cruise day, and a $50 boat pickup fee. When you break that down across up to 10 passengers for eight full hours on the water, you're looking at an incredibly reasonable price for a private, customized cruise experience. Groups consistently rave about having an entire day to truly unwind, explore multiple locations, and create those lasting memories that make Fort Walton Beach such a renowned cruise destination. Don't wait—this customer favorite books up quickly, especially during peak seasons when everyone wants to experience the best trip the Gulf Coast has to offer.
Cruise the beautiful waters of Fort Walton Beach aboard our fleet of spacious 24-foot pontoon boats, perfect for your extended full-day adventure. Choose from our Harrison, Crest, or Avalon pontoons, each designed with comfort in mind and seating up to 10 passengers. These stable platforms are powered by reliable 60-70HP Mercury and Suzuki engines that provide smooth, quiet operation as you explore the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding bay areas. The wide, open deck layout gives everyone plenty of room to move around, relax, and take in the scenery. With their shallow draft design, these pontoons can access hidden coves and navigate close to shore where larger boats can't go. Your experienced captain handles all the navigation while you and your group enjoy eight hours of leisurely cruising, swimming stops, and discovering the coastal waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
Cruise the beautiful waters of Fort Walton Beach aboard our fleet of spacious 24-foot pontoon boats, perfect for your extended full-day adventure. Choose from our Harrison, Crest, or Avalon pontoons, each designed with comfort in mind and seating up to 10 passengers. These stable platforms are powered by reliable 60-70HP Mercury and Suzuki engines that provide smooth, quiet operation as you explore the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding bay areas. The wide, open deck layout gives everyone plenty of room to move around, relax, and take in the scenery. With their shallow draft design, these pontoons can access hidden coves and navigate close to shore where larger boats can't go. Your experienced captain handles all the navigation while you and your group enjoy eight hours of leisurely cruising, swimming stops, and discovering the coastal waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
Cruise the beautiful waters of Fort Walton Beach aboard our fleet of spacious 24-foot pontoon boats, perfect for your extended full-day adventure. Choose from our Harrison, Crest, or Avalon pontoons, each designed with comfort in mind and seating up to 10 passengers. These stable platforms are powered by reliable 60-70HP Mercury and Suzuki engines that provide smooth, quiet operation as you explore the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding bay areas. The wide, open deck layout gives everyone plenty of room to move around, relax, and take in the scenery. With their shallow draft design, these pontoons can access hidden coves and navigate close to shore where larger boats can't go. Your experienced captain handles all the navigation while you and your group enjoy eight hours of leisurely cruising, swimming stops, and discovering the coastal waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
Cruise the beautiful waters of Fort Walton Beach aboard our fleet of spacious 24-foot pontoon boats, perfect for your extended full-day adventure. Choose from our Harrison, Crest, or Avalon pontoons, each designed with comfort in mind and seating up to 10 passengers. These stable platforms are powered by reliable 60-70HP Mercury and Suzuki engines that provide smooth, quiet operation as you explore the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding bay areas. The wide, open deck layout gives everyone plenty of room to move around, relax, and take in the scenery. With their shallow draft design, these pontoons can access hidden coves and navigate close to shore where larger boats can't go. Your experienced captain handles all the navigation while you and your group enjoy eight hours of leisurely cruising, swimming stops, and discovering the coastal waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
Cruise the beautiful waters of Fort Walton Beach aboard our fleet of spacious 24-foot pontoon boats, perfect for your extended full-day adventure. Choose from our Harrison, Crest, or Avalon pontoons, each designed with comfort in mind and seating up to 10 passengers. These stable platforms are powered by reliable 60-70HP Mercury and Suzuki engines that provide smooth, quiet operation as you explore the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding bay areas. The wide, open deck layout gives everyone plenty of room to move around, relax, and take in the scenery. With their shallow draft design, these pontoons can access hidden coves and navigate close to shore where larger boats can't go. Your experienced captain handles all the navigation while you and your group enjoy eight hours of leisurely cruising, swimming stops, and discovering the coastal waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
Fort Walton Beach, FL