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Spend four hours on a private double-decker slide pontoon at Crab Island, Destin—anchored in shallow, clear water with floats, a paddleboard, and an onboard restroom. Ideal for groups up to 12 wanting a social, stress-free day on the water.
Spend four hours on a private double-decker slide pontoon at Crab Island, Destin—anchored in shallow, clear water with floats, a paddleboard, and an onboard restroom. Ideal for groups up to 12 wanting a social, stress-free day on the water.
The pontoon eases away from the dock behind GI Jades Tiki Bar, bow slicing green-tinted sandbars as the Destin skyline falls astern. Salt spray and laughter mix with cold drinks on the double-decker’s upper lounge; the twin slides glint like invitations while the captain finds the soft-bottom anchorage at Crab Island.
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Operated by Emerald Island Charters · Destin, Florida
The pontoon eases away from the dock behind GI Jades Tiki Bar, bow slicing green-tinted sandbars as the Destin skyline falls astern. Salt spray and laughter mix with cold drinks on the double-decker’s upper lounge; the twin slides glint like invitations while the captain finds the soft-bottom anchorage at Crab Island.
Crab Island sits where Choctawhatchee Bay meets the Gulf, formed by shallow sandbars and seasonal tides that create a summer shoal. The area’s history is sewn to Destin’s fishing and shrimping past—what began as a working harbor evolved into a social waterpark. Geologically it’s loose sand and seagrass, so anchors hold in patches and the water is shallow enough to stand in many places.
On this private, four-hour charter for up to 12, expect a tailored day: the captain anchors in the best cove, sets out a lily pad, inflatable paddleboard, and floats, and the boat’s restroom keeps things comfortable for groups. It’s family-friendly and popular for bachelor/bachelorette groups, birthdays, and relaxed afternoons with music and sun.
Practical notes: bring reef-safe sunscreen, secure dry bags for phones, and water shoes for walking off the pontoon. Plan arrivals and departures around tides and mid-afternoon winds—calmer mornings and early afternoons are best for anchoring. The operator enforces a captain’s fee per Coast Guard rules and limits 12 passengers. Respect seagrass beds, pack out trash, and keep an eye out for dolphins and shorebirds while you slide, swim, and drift on Florida’s shallow, sun-warmed water.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; ability to step on/off a low dock and climb modest ladder to upper deck recommended
The charter seats up to 12 passengers maximum with no exceptions per operator policy.
Yes — this double-decker slide pontoon is equipped with an onboard restroom for group comfort.
Yes — a captain’s fee ($150) is paid directly to the captain at the time of the charter per Coast Guard regulations.
The trip is canceled and fully refunded only when a small craft advisory or severe weather warning is issued; otherwise follow the operator’s guidance.
Crab Island is a shallow sandbar in Choctawhatchee Bay that became a social hotspot as Destin shifted from commercial fishing to recreation in the late 20th century.
Keep glass off the sandbars, pack out all trash, and use reef-safe products—seagrass beds and juvenile fish rely on clean, undisturbed shallow waters.
Emerald Island Charters operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The pontoon eases away from the dock behind GI Jades Tiki Bar, bow slicing green-tinted sandbars as the Destin skyline falls astern. Salt spray and laughter mix with cold drinks on the double-decker’s upper lounge; the twin slides glint like invitations while the captain finds the soft-bottom anchorage at Crab Island.
The pontoon eases away from the dock behind GI Jades Tiki Bar, bow slicing green-tinted sandbars as the Destin skyline falls astern. Salt spray and laughter mix with cold drinks on the double-decker’s upper lounge; the twin slides glint like invitations while the captain finds the soft-bottom anchorage at Crab Island.
Crab Island sits where Choctawhatchee Bay meets the Gulf, formed by shallow sandbars and seasonal tides that create a summer shoal. The area’s history is sewn to Destin’s fishing and shrimping past—what began as a working harbor evolved into a social waterpark. Geologically it’s loose sand and seagrass, so anchors hold in patches and the water is shallow enough to stand in many places.
On this private, four-hour charter for up to 12, expect a tailored day: the captain anchors in the best cove, sets out a lily pad, inflatable paddleboard, and floats, and the boat’s restroom keeps things comfortable for groups. It’s family-friendly and popular for bachelor/bachelorette groups, birthdays, and relaxed afternoons with music and sun.
Practical notes: bring reef-safe sunscreen, secure dry bags for phones, and water shoes for walking off the pontoon. Plan arrivals and departures around tides and mid-afternoon winds—calmer mornings and early afternoons are best for anchoring. The operator enforces a captain’s fee per Coast Guard rules and limits 12 passengers. Respect seagrass beds, pack out trash, and keep an eye out for dolphins and shorebirds while you slide, swim, and drift on Florida’s shallow, sun-warmed water.