Located at Heron Harbor - 314 Harbor Blvd. Destin, FL
What is Crab Island?
How to Get to Crab Island
If you aren’t familiar with Crab Island in Destin Florida, you are missing out on one of the most amazing and authentic Emerald Coast experiences. Crab Island is a shallow sand bar located just north of the iconic Destin Bridge. If you happen to cross the Destin Bridge over the spring and summer, you’re sure to see a majestic view of boats anchored on the sandbar and people relaxing and playing in the waist-deep, emerald green waters.
Crab Island was actually an island before the ocean currents washed part of it away. Now it has become a nationally-recognized destination attraction.
Crab Island
Crab Island is a summer tradition for locals and visitors alike as the ultimate way to celebrate fun in the sun and on the water but you can only get out there on a boat. It’s easy to have too much fun in the sun which makes the SunVenture the best way to get out to Crab Island. View the schedule and rates for Crab Island Cruises from Destin.
Our Coast-guard licensed captains will take you out to Crab Island from the Destin Harbor. We will drop anchor at the epicenter of all the fun and stay with you the entire time, giving you full access to a restroom, shade, your cooler and our deckhands. We’ll drop the ladder and you can jump into the waist-deep waters. You’ll find a little bit of everything at Crab Island from floating bars and restaurants to people kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding or just relaxing on a float. (all activities are subject to availability by outside vendors and are additionally priced by outside vendors)
What to Expect on Crab Island Cruises
- There is a 48 hour cancellation policy. You must call prior to 5 p.m. (central time) 2 days prior to your cruise date. Missing the cruise for any reason will result in the credit card being charged for the full amount.
- Double check that you have the correct location and address. Please allow ample time for parking and traffic during the busy summer season.
- Check-in 30 minutes prior to your cruise time at the SunVenture kiosk at your location.
- Enjoy an eco-tour narrated by our Captains on the way to Crab Island.
- Enjoy an open-air catamaran offering the most up close and personal views of the water.
- All seats offer great views in a relaxed, personal setting.
- Shaded-canopy areas
- Restroom on-board
- Our captains always enjoy some extra help – kid captains are always welcome!
- After the short ride through the Emerald Coast waters, our captains will drop anchor in the shallow, crystal clear waters of Crab Island.
Our captain and deckhand will assist you on and off of the vessel. Please wait for their assistance before boarding. - Our boat and captain stays with you during the entire excursion.
- The rest of the time is yours to partake in the activities or just relax. You can choose to snorkel, listen to live music on a floating stage, have lunch at one of the floating food vendors, or chill on a float.
- Your cruise ticket does not include Crab Island activities i.e. kayaking, food vendors, etc. so please plan to bring additional cash/credit cards if you choose these options. (all activities are subject to availability by outside vendors and are additionally priced by outside vendors)
- All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All minors must be accompanied at all times by their parent or guarding in and out of the water.
- If you choose to enter the water, it is at your own risk and by doing so, you take full responsibility for your own safety. We ask that you do not venture far from the boat to avoid the risk of getting lost.
- When it is time to head back to the dock from Crab Island, you must be onboard the SunVenture 30 minutes prior to the end of the scheduled cruise time. Unfortunately, we must leave at the exact time and cannot wait for anyone.
- If bad weather approaches, we may return to the dock early.
- No smoking while aboard the SunVenture.
What to Bring on Crab Island Cruises
- You will be on a boat so there is a chance you may get wet. Plan accordingly.
- Bring your Crab Island cruise confirmation printed out or ready on your mobile phone.
- Crab Island activities (i.e. kayaks, food, etc.) are not included in your cruise ticket price and are not associated with SunVenture Cruises. Please plan to bring cash/credit cards for additional activities. (all activities are subject to availability by outside vendors and are additionally priced by outside vendors)
- Make sure to wear your swimsuit to enjoy relaxing and playing in the waist-deep waters. Sunscreen is highly recommended.
- Floats must be deflated when you bring them on board. We will inflate them for you.
- Personal, small coolers & bags permitted. They must be stored under your seat.
- Alcohol is not sold at Crab Island, but we do permit you to BYOB. No glass is allowed on the boat. The consumption of alcohol must be done responsibly. Underage drinking is strictly prohibited. Any abuse of this policy could result in having the police called.
- Hats and other items may be blown away, please be sure to secure these items during the cruise.
- We do not take responsibility for any lost, stolen, or damaged items brought on board.