Crab Island Shuttle Boat
The most affordable way to safely get to Crab Island and check out the sandbar, and is a great alternative to renting a boat for smaller groups that don’t want to spend the money on a rental or for those who aren’t comfortable driving their own boat.
Destin’s most popular Crab Island excursion
The Crab Island Shuttle Boat is the cheapest way to get to Crab Island, Destin’s most popular boating destination! This shuttle service offers transportation to and from Destin’s famous Crab Island, and the boat stays with you for the duration of the trip with a restroom onboard. 3-hour round-trip tickets can be purchased starting at $49. Tickets for children 5-12 start at $39, and ages 4 & under are $29.
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Bring your floaties and a small cooler (food, drinks, and alcohol are ok) and enjoy the picturesque shuttle boat ride from the Destin Harbor and 2.5 hours anchored at Crab Island, where you can float or walk around the sandbar and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the popular gathering area. (Please note the ticket price includes your ride to and from Crab Island only. Crab Island vendors are independent businesses and are not included in the ticket price). If you’re looking for an excursion that includes activities, check out the Crab Island Adventure Tour, which includes sightseeing for dolphins, snorkeling, shelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, inflatables, and time to relax at the sandbar. Click here for more information on our all-inclusive Crab Island Adventure Tour.
About The Crab Island Shuttle Boat
The Crab Island Shuttle Boat is a licensed, insured, U.S. Coast Guard documented, brand new 45’ foot tour boat with the capacity to seat up to 49 passengers (including infants and children), plus captain and crew. There is a storage compartment located onboard for your personal items such as a small cooler, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera. There is also a restroom onboard for your convenience. The seating area is covered to offer shade from the sun and there is easy ladder access on and off the boat so that you can enjoy Crab Island or relax onboard for the duration of the excursion. Food, drink, and alcohol are allowed on the boat, but please remember that this is a family-friendly excursion.
For more information about the Crab Island Shuttle Boat, call (850) 650-2628.
Included in Shuttle Boat Ticket Price:
- 3-hour or 2.5-hour boat excursion with transportation to and from Crab Island
- Guided tour of the Destin Harbor and Crab Island
- Licensed captain and crew member, who stay with you at Crab Island for the duration of the tour
- Emergency life jackets for all ages
- Storage compartment
- On-board enclosed restroom facility
- Large floating mat (lily pad) for lounging on the water
- Departure from The Edge Seafood Restaurant, where you can enjoy Destin's best seafood and cocktails upon returning from your tour!
The following supplies are available for purchase at check-in:
- Ice
- Coolers
- Floaties
- Sunscreen
- Snorkel Gear
- Waterproof phone cases
- Crab Island T-Shirts
- Alcohol (including package sales)
- Lunch/dinner from The Edge Seafood Restaurant
3-Hour Crab Island Shuttle Boat Rates:
- March 1st - May 21st:
- $49 per seat – Adults
- $39 per seat – Children 5 - 12
- $29 per seat – Children 4 & under
- May 22nd - October 10th:
- $55 per seat – Adults
- $45 per seat – Children 5 - 12
- $40 per seat – Children 4 & under
Cancellation Policy:
Customers may cancel at least 48 hours prior to their arrival date and time to receive a full refund minus a 3% cancellation fee. Customers that cancel after the 48 hour period will not be eligible for a refund. If management decides to cancel because of inclement weather, the customer may reschedule or a full refund will be issued. Customer may make changes to the reservation without any fees as long as it’s outside the 48 hour cancellation period. No-shows will not be refunded.
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