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SeaQuest Daytime Dolphin Cruise

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; no prior experience required

Overview

Discover the beauty of dolphins up close during this private daytime cruise in Destin. Perfect for nature lovers and families, this adventure offers an intimate glimpse into marine life in Florida's Gulf waters.

Destin, Florida

SeaQuest Daytime Dolphin Cruise

1.5 Hours • Fun For All Ages • Most Popular Trip

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About This Adventure

Experience Destin's top dolphin cruise, featuring guaranteed dolphin sightings or complimentary future tickets! Enjoy a narrated harbor tour before venturing into the Gulf, where families can spot playful dolphins. Kids even get a chance to captain the boat, making this an unforgettable adventure for all ages.

Destin's #1 Dolphin Cruise!

Activity Highlights

  • GUARANTEED DOLPHIN SIGHTINGS (if you don't see dolphins you get complimentary tickets on a future cruise)
  • This is a daytime dolphin cruise that will start with a narrated harbor tour, then we'll blast through the Destin Pass out into the Gulf waters in search of Flipper
  • Kids can Captain!
  • Great activity for families and children

Duration

1.5 Hours

What's Included

  • Watch pods of dolphins playing in their natural habitat
  • Narrated Destin Harbor Tour
  • Enjoy good music that will get you up and dancing
  • First Aid and CPR certified crew
  • Our crew members are fun & interactive and in the summer time will cool you down with a spray from a water cannon, for those who want to participate. In the spring & fall, we will feed our feathered friends the seagulls
  • Enjoy good music, complimentary drinks, and see dolphins up close!

COMPLIMENTARY BEER, WINE, SODA, & WATER! Alcoholic Beverages will be limited to 2 drinks per adult. Thank you!

What To Bring

  • Customers may wish to bring extra cash for purchasing souvenir family pictures and tipping the crew.
  • Weather appropriate attire, towels, sunglasses, camera, & snacks
  • Sunscreen lotion (spray kind, needs to be applied before you board)
  • ID (If you plan to drink any alcohol aboard the boat)

Restrictions

  • The tour boat has a capacity of 80 passengers
  • This is a non-smoking boat
  • No comfort animals or pets permitted
  • Alcoholic beverages are limited to 2 per adult
  • No outside beverages or coolers permitted
  • First come first served seating, if you are a large group and would like to sit together, please be there at the time of trip check in (1 hour prior to cruise start time).

Additional Information

  • BOARDING PASSES MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE TICKET BOOTH 1 HOUR PRIOR TO CHECK IN. IF YOU MISS YOUR TRIP, YOU CAN NOT BE REFUNDED OR RESCHEDULED
  • Destin traffic is horrible during the Season. Allow ample travel time to fight the Destin traffic, find Parking, and walk down to the Booth
  • There is a chance that you may get splashed on the daytime cruises, so feel free to bring a towel and dress accordingly.
  • Restrooms are available aboard the boat (located downstairs)
  • If weather or wind is unfavorable for your tour and the vendor calls off the trip, another day will be scheduled, or the customer may receive a full refund. If the trip is cut short by the captain, a rain-check will be issued instead of a refund.
  • Boat is not handicap or wheelchair accessible. Passengers must be able to get out of the wheelchair and sit in seats provided on the boat. The boat cannot have any wheelchairs or strollers open. Deckhands are available to help customers on the boat if needed but customers must be able to walk. Chairs and strollers can be left at the booth.

Reservation Requirements

  • You must arrive 1 hour prior to departure and check in at the ticket booth to get a boarding pass, they will tell you where you will need to line up at. Our booth is located on the right side of the AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar Restaurant on the Destin Harbor. It is a blue booth that says AJ’s Water Adventures on top.
  • If you are with a group but booking separately, we ask that you put in the booking reservation comments section the name of your party so we may assure your entire group is on the same boat. Example: A pair of couples want to enjoy the SeaQuest together but pay separately, both couples would insert “smith party” into their booking reservations comments to be grouped together

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for the Best Views

Getting to the dock 15 minutes early ensures you have time to settle in and catch the first glimpses of dolphins as they approach the boat.

Bring Sun Protection

Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to stay comfortable during the outdoor cruise under the Florida sun.

Dress in Light, Comfortable Clothing

Opt for lightweight clothing suitable for warm weather, and consider bringing a light jacket for cooler breezes.

Bring a Camera or Binoculars

Capture memories or get a closer look at distant dolphins and marine life with binoculars or a good camera.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • bottlenose dolphins
  • sea turtles

History

Destin has a rich history as a former fishing village, which influences its vibrant marine ecosystem today.

Conservation

SeaQuest emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including responsible wildlife viewing to minimize environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Sunscreen

Essential

Protect your skin from the sun’s rays during your time on the water.

summer specific

Wide-brimmed Hat

Essential

Helps shield your face and neck from direct sunlight.

spring|summer specific

Polarized Sunglasses

Reduces glare from the water and enhances visibility of marine wildlife.

Light Water-Resistant Clothing

Keeps you comfortable if the sea spray or weather changes unexpectedly.

spring|summer|fall specific