What you'll do:

Board a luxury pontoon at Destin Harbor with your group and a licensed captain for a 90-minute private sunset cruise along one of the most scenic stretches of the Gulf Coast.

• Cruise the Emerald Coast at golden hour - Watch the sky shift colors over the Gulf of Mexico as your captain guides you along the waterline at the best possible moment of the day.

• Spot dolphins in the wild - Your captain knows the local waters well, steering you toward the areas where dolphins are most active so your group gets a real shot at a close encounter.

• Pass the area's most iconic landmarks - Glide past Crab Island, the Destin Bridge, and other recognizable sights while your captain shares local knowledge about each one.

• Take in the full coastline from the water - Get a perspective of Destin that most visitors never see, with open water on one side and the glowing shoreline on the other.

• Relax with your own food and drinks on board - Bring your cooler, set up however you like, and let the scenery do the rest while your captain handles everything else.

This is a fully private charter, so it is just your group on the water. Whether you are winding down a big day or making this the main event, the pace is entirely yours to set.

Why we love it for your party:

• Private charter - No strangers, no shared schedule. The boat is yours for the full 90 minutes.

• Dolphin sightings - Your captain actively looks for dolphins throughout the cruise, not just a passing glance from the dock.

• Sunset timing - The cruise is built around the golden hour, so the lighting and atmosphere are at their best without you having to plan around it.

• All ages welcome - Kids, grandparents, and everyone in between are comfortable on the pontoon, making it an easy choice for mixed groups.

• Bring your own food and drinks - No restrictions on what you bring aboard, so you can stock the cooler exactly how your group likes it.

About this experience partner:

Emerald Island Charters LLC operates private boat charters out of Destin Harbor, specializing in sunset cruises and dolphin watching tours along the Emerald Coast. Their licensed captains bring deep local knowledge of the Gulf waters, from the best dolphin corridors to the landmarks that make Destin's coastline worth seeing from the water. Guests consistently highlight the relaxed, personal feel of the experience and the captain's ability to make the cruise feel tailored to their group, not just another scheduled tour.

Additional information:

• Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time so the cruise can leave on schedule.

• A $100 captain fee is paid directly to the captain on the day of your cruise and is not included in the booking price.

• Guests are welcome and encouraged to bring their own cooler, water, ice, beverages, and food aboard.

• Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a towel for comfort on the water.