3 - 8 hours • Up to 12 passengers
Bring your group for a private 28-foot double-decker pontoon cruise out of Waterway Park in Jupiter—complete with a slide, sandbars, and a stop at Peanut Island. Ideal for bachelor/bachelorette parties, families, or friends who want an easy, wildlife-filled day on the water.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light: able to move on a boat, enter and exit water; comfortable standing and short swims recommended
Wildlife
History
Peanut Island is home to a concrete Cold War-era bunker built in the 1940s and later tied to President Kennedy visits, giving the island a unique historical footnote.
Conservation
Avoid anchoring on seagrass beds, use reef-safe sunscreens, and follow no-wake zones to protect seagrass and manatee habitat.
3 - 8 hours • Up to 12 passengers
Arrive early to load gear
Plan to meet at Waterway Park at least 15 minutes before departure so the crew can load coolers and floats without delay.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect seagrass and marine life—apply reef-safe sunscreen and reapply after swimming.
Know the swim plan
Ask the captain for the day’s anchor spots and current strength before jumping off the slide—conditions change with tides.
Bring ID and a credit card
Charter operators often verify booking and may charge for extras or tips—keep ID and payment handy.
Personal flotation device (PFD) or comfortable life jacket
Even with provided life jackets, a well-fitting PFD increases comfort and safety when swimming from the boat.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the local seagrass and coral ecosystems while you swim and snorkel.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet walking on oyster bars, sandbars, and island rock approaches.
summer
Dry bag (medium)
Keeps phones, wallets, and extra clothes dry during swims and while anchored.