Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Trips in Destin: the 7 Worth Booking

1.Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching Experience in Destin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Cruise from Fort Walton Beach on a 45-foot catamaran for dolphin watching, shallow-water snorkeling, shelling, and a playful hermit-crab race. Captain Sean and crew members such as Hagan, Sabrina, Addy, and Nate may lead the trip. Water and gear are included, with snacks and drinks sold onboard.

“Shawn and Haygen were great! We had such a blast! Saw so many dolphins and the snorkeling spot was amazing as well. Would absolutely do this tour again”

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2.Family-Friendly Snorkeling and Dolphin Tour from FWB

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 190 reviews · from $70

Spend about three hours aboard Beach Weekend’s catamaran from Fort Walton Beach. You’ll snorkel in shallow Gulf Coast water, collect shells, and cruise toward dolphins, sharks, manatees, sea turtles, and Crab Island. Captains Dax and Mike, plus crew such as Bailey, Mitch, TJ, and Cassidy, help keep the outing friendly and family-focused.

“Relaxed and enjoyable. Comfortable and scenic Glad we went. Very reasonable. Can’t say enough. Thank you”

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3.2-Stop Snorkeling and Dolphin Cruise from Destin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 149 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Join Flipper’s Adventures from Destin Harbor for a 2.5-hour cruise to the Destin jetties and Coast Guard Flats. Your crew provides masks, snorkels, and fins, looks for dolphins along the way, and may spot fish, rays, sharks, jellyfish, octopus, and hermit crabs.

“We had the best time! Perfect weather...saw a lot of dolphins right next to the boat. Awesome boat ride!! Snorkeling was fun too...saw lots of hermit crabs, schools of fish, and a few jellyfish. Captain Owen was a great driver. First mate Caroline was great too!! Very safe, fun, and relaxing!!”

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4.Destin: Snorkeling Cruise with 2 Stops and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · 2h 30m · from $45

Join Flippers Adventures for a 150-minute Destin cruise with two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, and provided gear. Guides such as Kyle, Wesley, Josh, and Caroline lead the trip in English. You may spot fish, crabs, stingrays, turtles, manatees, or dolphins.

“Loved everything from boat ride , the workers in the boat , only thing I would change is get better masks .. would be more enjoyable:) all and all very nice !! Saw a lot of sea life , and the crab race was awesome ! Would do again !”

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5.Destin Private Boat Tours Dolphin Crab Island Snorkel Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.) Top rated

You’ll cruise Destin Harbor in a private boat for up to six people, choosing a 2 to 8 hour outing focused on dolphins, Crab Island, snorkeling, sunset views, or fireworks. The local crew customizes the route, and your trip returns to Maximus Fishing on Harbor Boulevard.

“Nice, laid back, our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating! Beautiful sights and got to take in all of Destin and more! My daughter loved the dolphins!!”

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6.Morning Snorkel & Dolphin Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Best value

Join Soundside Cruiser for about three hours on the Gulf Coast, pairing a dolphin cruise with a shallow-water snorkeling stop. Gear, life jackets, and free water are provided. Expect an English-speaking crew, a group of up to 49, and wildlife sightings that depend on the day.

“They were great! The boat driver was very entertaining. As a family of 5 we give 2 thumbs up! 👍 Got some great videos of dolphins and found lots of crabs!”

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7.Destin: Snorkeling, Dolphins, and Crab Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 - 8 hours

Captain Cory takes your private group of up to six from 100 Old Ferry Road for a custom Emerald Coast outing. Mix dolphin watching, jetty or grass-flats snorkeling, Crab Island, shelling, secluded beaches, and harbor or Gulf cruising.

“We had a wonderful time on our trip. Cory showed us a great time with dolphin sightings, snorkeling, chilling at Crab Island and finding great discoveries in the reef. My family including a 3, 9 and 13 year old had a blast! We loved the boat ride and all the side adventures!”

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