Enjoy the Best of Destin from the Water

Enjoy the Best of Destin from the Water

This week, Florida Travel + Life Magazine named Destin as one of the three best places to get on the water in the Florida. In addition to the famed deep-see fishing, the pristine, emerald green waters offer an array of recreational activities from sandbar parties at Crab Island to dolphin and sunset cruises.

Getting on the water has never been easier or more fun than with the SunVenture. The SunVenture cruises daily for dolphin / sunset cruises, Crab Island excursions, Harbor Fireworks Cruises and private charters.

“The Harbor is the crown jewel of Destin and this new location offers our guests convenient access to all our emerald green waters have to offer,” stated James Murray, General Manager for SunQuest Cruises. “From picturesque views of the sunset descending over the Destin bridge to a quick and safe trip to Crab Island, the SunVenture is minutes away from every type of adventure on the water.”

Upon embarking on the SunVenture I, guests will be immersed in custom Guy-Harvey ocean-inspired artwork throughout the boat, indicative of the scenes they will experience on the water. Coast-guard licensed captains give patrons a narrated cruise through the harbor before heading out to the open waters.

The close proximity to the water and open-air sky deck offers SunVenture guests the closest views of the dolphins on an hour and half narrated and educational cruise. The flexible cruise schedule offers dolphin cruises mid-morning as well as during the beautiful sunset hours.

The most popular cruise option is SunVenture’s Crab Island excursions. Located at the Destin Bridge, Crab Island is a shallow sand bar where locals and visitors alike anchor their boats to play and relax in the pristine emerald green waters. SunVenture’s Coast-guard licensed captains charter the three and a half hour cruise so guests can enjoy a worry-free day on the water.

Every Thursday, the SunVenture sets out for a magical evening on its Harbor Fireworks cruise. This one hour cruise explores the Destin Harbor and offers guests the best seat in the house for fireworks as the sky above them illuminates with bright colors.

SunVenture’s private cruises in Destin offer the boat and the captain for any group up to 49 people. The catamaran features a state-of-the-art sound system, open deck, event planners and catering options. Many groups have taken their celebrations to the water for a memorable experience, including brunches, bachelor / bachelorette parties, birthdays and weddings.

We’re up for any water ad’venture’ you’re up for…..view our schedule of daily Destin cruises here. 

4th of July Destin – Fireworks, Dinner & Reggae

4th of July Destin – Fireworks, Dinner & Reggae

4th of July Dinner, Fireworks & Reggae Cruises

If you’re fortunate enough to celebrate 4th of July in Sandestin/Destin, celebrate in true Emerald-Coast style by getting on the water. SunQuest Cruises offers a variety of truly memorable experiences on the water to celebrate 4th of July, including dinner, fireworks and reggae cruises with a Bob Marley guitarist.

SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS yacht is hosting its annual 4th of July Fireworks and Dinner Cruise from 6 to 9:30 pm. Docked at Sandestin’s Baytowne Marina, the 125 foot yacht will cruise into the sunset while you enjoy a cocktail and fresh coastal breezes from the sky deck. Then indulge in chef-prepared coastal cuisines featuring everything from Beef Filet Mignon and Fresh Rosemary Chicken to seared Gulf Fish, Southern Crab Cakes and Gulf Shrimp & Grits. End the night with the best seat in the house as the sky above you illuminates with colorful fireworks. The SOLARIS also hosts Fireworks and Dinner cruises every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 – 10 p.m. View the weekly cruise schedules here.

For a more casual experience, check out our sister boat, the SunVenture Catamaran, docked in the heart of Destin’s harbor. The 45 foot, sporty, water lover’s catamaran cruises the harbor every Thursday night and Friday, July 4th from 8:30 – 9:30 p.m. for an incredible fireworks show on the water. And what’s 4th of July in Destin without a trip to the legendary Crab Island? Relax in the waist-deep, emerald green waters for an incredible day of fun in the sun. View the daily cruise schedule here.

You’ll want to extend your stay through the next week as the SOLARIS yacht hosts legendary Bob Marley guitarist Junior Marvin for a Summer Sunset Reggae Cruise on Monday, July 7th from 7 -10 p.m. As part of a Florida tour with Boukou Groove, Junior Marvin will perform a high-energy show that captivates rock, blues and reggae enthusiasts. Guests will cruise into the sunset on the 125 foot SOLARIS yacht while jammin’ to this incredible concert on the sky deck and indulging in authentic Jamaican cuisines. Cost is $100 per person, including three-hour cruise, concert and dinner. Limited tickets available. Reserve online or call 850.650.2519.

Destin Fireworks & Harbor Cruises

Destin Fireworks & Harbor Cruises

We’re kicking off summer with a BANG! This Thursday, we kick off our weekly Destin Fireworks & Harbor Cruises, the ultimate way to celebrate summer on the water. Our new location on the Destin Harbor puts you in the heart of the excitement for any ad’venture’ from dolphin cruises to the legendary Crab Island excursion.

The evening begins with a leisure cruise through the Destin Harbor, the crown jewel of the city. The Destin Harbor is the center of activity with a plethora of mom and pop restaurants, events, hotels, nightlife, marinas, boats and more. Our entertaining captains will share interesting historical tid bits on the Destin area and harbor. Take in the coastal breezes and fresh salt air as you approach the iconic Destin bridge that serves as a backdrop for a stunning evening.

Then experience a magical moment as the harbor illuminates with a spectacular Destin fireworks show. A truly memorable time for couples or families.

The SunVenture hosts the Destin Fireworks & Harbor Cruise every Thursday at 8:30 pm during the summer and on the 4th of July. Make your reservation online. We look forward to seeing you!

Memorial Day Weekend in Destin Fla | SunVenture Cruises

Memorial Day Weekend in Destin Fla | SunVenture Cruises

Memorial Day weekend in Destin Florida is the official kick off to the summer season and what better way to celebrate than on the water. The SunVenture’s new home on the Destin Harbor put this water lovers boat in the heart of all the action, providing a number of different water ad’ventures’.

The only way to truly celebrate Memorial Day in Destin is a Crab Island, situated just a few minutes boat ride from the Destin Harbor. While not technically an island any longer, this underwater sandbar can range between 2 – 10 feet deep when the tide goes out. With crystal clear water, this is the ultimate spot to anchor the boat and have some summer fun in the waist-deep waters. Our captains will charter you out there for a worry-free day in the sun as you mingle with the locals. The SunVenture also offers lunch options for this 6-hour Crab Island excursion as well as kayak and paddleboard rentals to enjoy on the water.

Some people say that the dolphins are the good will ambassadors for the Emerald Coast. While cruising the waterways on our narrated Eco-Dolphin cruises, you will have a really good chance to observe dolphins playing and feeding in their natural habitat. It is an exciting and memorable experience to share with your entire family during your beach vacation in Destin. Eco-dolphin cruises are available daily ranging in times from mid-morning to evening / sunset cruises.

Our eco-dolphin / sunset cruise gives you a front row seat for the best place in Destin to experience one of nature’s most breathtaking sunset views. As you cruise the Destin Harbor, you’ll watch the sun descend under the Destin bridge and the sparkling emerald green waters.

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For the ultimate Destin dining experience, cruise past the Destin restaurants and embark on a dine, dance and sunset cruise on our sister boat, the 125′ SOLARIS Yacht in Sandestin.

View our Destin Cruise schedule and make an online reservation here.

New Season, New Ad’Ventures’

New Season, New Ad’Ventures’

The new spring season is bringing exciting new changes for SunVenture Cruises. The sporty 45-foot, Guy-inspired Catamaran has relocated to the crown jewel of Destin – the Destin Harbor. Docked a half mile east of the Destin Bridge, SunVenture’s new home is Heron Harbor Boardwalk right in the epicenter of water sport fun.

It’s also easier than ever to book a cruise through the new online reservation system. Just select your date and time and enter your payment information through our secure system. You will receive a confirmation email with your boarding pass that you can print out or show from your phone when you check in at the SunVenture kiosk on the boardwalk.

So what ad’venture’ are you up for? Dolphin cruises are scheduled from mid-morning to evening sunset times. This 1 1/2 hour tour cruises through the Destin Harbor and Gulf of Mexico for the closest view of the dolphins you will experience.

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Next month, we begin a fun Destin summer tradition. Our Coast Guard-licensed captains take the wheel on the daily Crab Island Cruises and let you enjoy a worry-free day on the water. We’re kicking up the fun a notch with stand-up paddle boards and kayaks that you can rent once we anchor in the waist-deep, emerald green waters. This 3 1/2 hour cruise also offers lunch options for $10/pp that include wraps, drinks and chips. Seriously the best and safest way to enjoy Crab Island!

Private cruise options are also available for up to 49 people for any occasion from casual brunches, private cruises to Crab Island and fun bachelor/bachelorette parties to wedding receptions. Catering menus and event planners available to make your day complete.

Whatever your ad’venture’, get on the water and make it happen on the SunVenture. View our 2014 Destin Cruises schedule and book online here.

Cruising Through Fall Ventures

Cruising Through Fall Ventures

Summer 2013 is ‘unofficially’ over and we’re on the heels of another spectacular fall season. It truly is one of the best times of the year to visit for many reasons. Less humidity, lower rates, smaller crowds, less traffic, migrating butterflies….we could go on and on.

Our regular cruise schedule is dwindling down as well but Captain Rick is always looking for an excuse to get on the water. The SunVenture is available throughout the fall for any private cruises for up to 49 people. We can accommodate anything from catering to Crab Island excursions. Just ask and we can make it happen.

Many of our guests have found that the SunVenture makes for a fun, unique ‘venture’ for anything from corporate retreats, activities during business conferences, girls’ weekends and more.

If you are fortunate enough to visit Destin Florida in the fall, give us shout and we’ll help you cruise through a memorable fall ‘venture’ in Destin.