Reviews for Destin's Original & Famous Floating Tiki Bar All Inclusive Experience to Crab Island

What a fantastic evening! Our captain was knowledgeable, courteous, skilled. We were the only family so we got to hook up to the huts Bluetooth and play our music. We saw probably every dolphin there was to see off the Florida coast. Can’t recommend this organization enough.

We had an incredible sunset tour, made all the better by our wonderful captain, Sam! The tiki boat was beyond charming, and we got super lucky and got to see a ton of dolphins on our little cruise. A big thank you to Sam for a wonderful ride!! We’ll definitely be back.

We had an amazing tour and our tour guide Captain Easton, was amazing. He was engaging and made sure everyone had a good time. He was a local who knows a lot about the area and is passionate about what he does. We can’t wait to go back and have another tour with him!

We had a marvelous time cruising with Captain Mike on our evening sunset cruise. We saw dozens of dolphins gliding thru the water near Crab Island. Capt. Mike shared his expertise, music and stories that made our trip memorable!

Glad we booked this adventure on our trip this year. Booking was simple, Captain Brandon did a great job with our crew! Enjoyed having the Yolo board to float on & various water games. Took the 12:30-4:30 cruise, perfect time of day - although you can go at 8am & later! Plenty to see and check out. Crab Island has boats of food, soft drinks & general store on the water. Although we didn’t use the shot paddle, we did get to see dolphins & take in the beautiful sights to and from crab island. We would do it again!

Awesome time out with Captain Sam. She was super fun and helpful. Did a great job showing us around. Boats was well kept. We were briefed prior to departure on safety Ect. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful time on the tiki cruise! We were on a boat with Captain Josh who was friendly and professional. He knew of dolphins in the area and so took us to see them. It was great and there was a bonus turtle! The boat had room for our beach bags and the tiki had a floating table attached to it. There was a big cooler with plenty of ice and space for us to keep some stuff cold. All around excellent experience, would definitely recommend and would do it again.

We LOVED Bailey, our captain. We took our first cruise back in May, and then came again to Destin for Fall Break. We decided to take a Tiki Cruise again because we had such a great time the first time. We requested Bailey for the second time. She is a gem, incredibly attentive, knows the waters so well, knowledgeable about crab island, and the vendors. She took note of everything we would talk about, and if she could make it happen, she would. If we come to Destin again next year, our family will request her again. She is EXCEPTIONAL!

We had a great time visiting crab island. We were trying to visit crab island, and was looking into a pontoon rental or jet ski… glad we went with the Cruisin Tiki! We took the 5pm 3 hr tour and had a beautiful sunset.

This trip was amazing! Captain Mike was a gracious host. This is a definite to do while on vacation in Destin. We will be doing this again. Beautiful and relaxing to say the least! 10-08-2025 Another amazing sunset! We went out with Sam. She was full of spunk and knowledge. Such a personable sweet lady. Started out with a li Good Rain shower and then BOOM Trying to grab your phone… amazing sunset. We love Cruising Tikis!!

The most amazing time. Captain Mike took care of our needs. He was quick to answer questions. Our group of 6 did a private tour and everything was as expected. We did not have a negative comment.

Such a great experience. Captain Sam was an incredible captain and made our trip very memorable. She shared great insight in the local history and attractions. Very safety minded and great on the aux. Highly recommend taking a trip with her on the tiki boat over to crab island. 10/10

The experience was unbeatable! Crab Island is unique and a must see when in Destin. Cruisin’ with captain Brian was the highlight of our week! Take lots of photos and cruise over with this business to experience Crab Island!

As a local I would definitely do this again. It’s so nice to be driven around on a boat and not have to worry about the inexperienced boat drivers at crab island. All you have to do is sip your champagne and look cute and of course enjoy the views. I will definitely do this again.

Capt Sam and Murray are hands down the best! We have done the tiki boat three times and this was by far the best! We double booked the whole day! Sam & Murray were both awesome and played games with everyone! Sam took us to see dolphins and a sea turtle swiming by the bridge. Murray took us in a few minutes early and showed us around the harbor! 10/10 recommend Cruisin’ Tiki to anyone! It is the BEST way to get to Crab Island! P.S. you won’t be disappointed to book the morning and afternoon cruises and to go eat lunch at one of the restaurants for halftime!!

Bailey was freaking INCREDIBLE. I felt like I was leaving a friend when we left. The ride was so much fun, she gave us insight into where to go and what to see, she introduced us to the intense rules of beer pong, and was just an all around fun guide! I would HIGHLY recommend the crab island trip and would tell anyone going to do the FOUR HOUR tour. We did three and it flew by, and we instantly wished we had done 4. I promise, whether you have kids, a bachelorette party, retired, it does not matter, you will have the time of your life. Be sure to check on tide times. We went at low tide and the water was crystal clear. If you’re smart, you’ll book the cruising Tiki and you’ll ask for Bailey!!!!

DO IT!!!! I went out With Captain Bailey yesterday & she made the trip a blast. SHE IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST & SO FUN!!! Loved her to pieces. She can answer any question that you have about Destin. Make sure you request her. You will not be sorry!!! The water was perfect and clear. It was a perfect day. Most definitely will be back.

We rented a tiki boat for my friend’s Bachlorette party and had a blast. We booked the morning ride and ended up booking again for the sunset cruise. Captain Bailey was our guide for both cruises and she was absolutely amazing. Will definitely be booking the tiki boat each trip to Destin and making sure to book with Bailey!

I HAD THE BEST TIME!! so beautiful and what a wonderful time we had. Our captain really made this all possible. CAPTIN BAILEY YOU ARE AMAZING! thank you so much for the awesome ride, and being so fun. Bailey is definitely a great asset to their team, now everytime I go I am asking for her FOR SURE! And y’all should too. keep being you Bailey!!!!

We really enjoyed our tiki cruise with Captain Mike. So far this has been my favorite part of our Destination vacation! We got to see a bunch of dolphins which was a great bonus. I definitely recommend going in the morning to get the best experience.

Bailey was fantastic!!! If your looking to have a great time book a Tiki Boat!!! We were 5 very very Golden Girls and Bailey took such good care of us!!! She may not have been ready for the wild bunch but she didnt seem to mind. We will definitely be back!!

I booked two private tikis to crab island for my sister’s bachelorette, and we had a wonderful time! Chris and Mike were our captains, and they were so lovely and helpful. They had fun games for us to play in the water, Mike caught a crab which he helped my sister hold, and they both had their eyes peeled for jellyfish in the water to help us avoid stings. We were even lucky enough to see a dolphin on our way out to the sandbar!

An excellent time! A must do for couples looking for an excursion. Crab Island area is a cool place to hang out! Josh our captain was most accommodating and an awesome dude!

Crab Island good times! Make sure to ask for Captain Mike!!! They take you to crab island and drop anchor right in the mix of everyone. Played great music and felt safe the entire time. Definitely recommend! Captain Mike is a cool dude and chill!

Captain Sam was awesome!! 10/10 She knows the area, played good jams and shared some of her crab island memories. The tikis themselves, fantastic. They have everything you need. Highly recommend. Will be back for sure. We did the 9 am cruise and the water was beautiful.

Dylan was AWESOME. it was so much fun and we had the greatest time. All was super safe and he let us do our own thing while also answering all our questions and chatting it up!! Would highly recommend!! He also is really good at taking instagram story photos and boomerangs!!

We had such an amazing time on the Tiki Cruise to Crab Island with our family! The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, the views were beautiful, and Raegan made the whole experience even better. It was the perfect mix of sightseeing, laughter, and enjoying the water. We would absolutely do it again — highly recommend!

The crab island tiki boat cruise was amazing and Captain Mike took very good care of us. Captain Mike set up water games after we reached our destination to ensure that we had a good time. I'd definitely take this cruise again.

If you’re looking for things to do in Destin, this should definitely be at the top of your list. The owners are a pleasure to deal with and all the captains are so hospitable you’re bound to have a good experience with any of them. If you go after sunrise and before sunset, you can visit crab island and stand on the sand bank there. We decided to do an evening ride so we could watch the fireworks on board and it was a phenomenal experience. There’s no better way to view them as they reflect off the gulf and overlook Destin’s boardwalk. We also had the opportunity to see several mansions and yachts from the tiki which was incredibly interesting. Highly recommend!

Our group of 4 had the absolute BEST time on the Cruisin Tiki with Captain Wolfgang. He was knowledgeable, interacting, and hilarious! We will definitely book with him when we come back next year. I cannot recommend him and Cruisin Tiki enough. It was the best part of our trip!

What a great experience! Celebrating a bride-to-be and a birthday with a sunset cruise to Crab Island! Captain Bailey made sure this was a memorable experience for all of us, including sighting dolphins!

This was definitely one of the funnest parts of our trip. The online reservation process was super easy. Made a couple questions and received immediate response. Our Captain, Captain Mike, introduced himself before the cruise by text message making sure we knew where to go. He personally met us in the waiting area 15 minutes before sail. After a little safety briefing, We set sail for Crab Island. Large coolers, ice & bottles of water were provided. We brought our beach towels, drinks & waterproof covers for cell phone. Captain Mike played whatever music you desire. The party starts when you leave the dock. Once Captain Mike maneuvered to a special spot, we anchored, grabbed a drink and got right in the water. Each tiki has a large float and water games. We immediately met others on surrounding boats. Make sure you bring cash for the vendors that come around. The boiled peanuts were incredible. They do not sell alcohol so again make sure you bring your own drinks! Book online in advance. These tikis are very popular and they book up fast. Highly recommend!!

Captain Brian Took us on a lovely cruise out to crab Island. He was a lot of fun and made the trip enjoyable for everyone. He played good music and made everyone feel right at home. Plus, I always felt like we were in good hands, safety wise. I would definitely recommend Brian or this company to any of my friends or relatives.

Amazing Service! Captain Michael Agee was absolutely amazing and made our experience top notch! Great captain, made sure we felt great about crab island and our experience! Also provided great company! Thank you!!!!!

We had a great time! Our captain was beyond friendly and thoughtful very informational! David was our captain! Would suggest anyone to go on the crab island 3 hr tour! Will be back

We went out with Regan and he was wonderful! Super helpful and knows so many of the venders around crab island! We had so much fun we went on three cruises in 24 hours! Totally coming back!

Bailey was our captain and we had such a great time with her! She gave us so many recommendations for things to do while we were in Destin. The Tiki Boat was by far our favorite excursion.

Captain Adam made our cruise the talk of the weekend! We had a blast! He was so fun and kept us entertained! We WILL come back for him :)

One of the best experiences on the water. The captain Mike plays games and has floats! We had a birthday and we got a 🎂 cake

Amazing time! The best excursion we’ve been on in years of vacations, hands down - and we’ve been on a lot. We are a family of 4 with kids 7.5yo and 8.5yo and it was PERFECT. Not wild, but still a great time. Crab Island was perfection and our tiki master, Josh, was incredible - very safe, knowledgeable and FUN! He had the best music and took the kids requests while playing all the good music the adults loved. 10/10 recommending Crusin Tikis - specifically Josh - to all of our Destin-bound friends this summer!

Must do in Destin fl. Best experience. Always a great time. Did it twice (6hrs) 4hrs is not long enough. Captain Harrison and captain Mike great fellas and they have alot of information about where to eat and where to have a good time. Water is beautiful at crab island!

We had such a good time with Mike as our captain! He was so friendly and knowledgeable of all the good spots to go to! He provided extra games, ice, water, and a speaker which was super fun! I would recommend to everyone and definitely worth the hype! Don’t forget to tip your captain!

This is a MUST DO while in Destin. We had a fantastic time with great friends and an enjoyable Captain. Water and drinks were a blast - the time went by too fast. They supplied ice, cups, water, and floating board for drinks, beer pong, etc. Would certainly book this again and recommend to others as a must do!

We totally enjoyed our time with Captain Brian!!! He was professional and fun and he made sure we were taken care of and he even took pictures for us!! It was a great time for me and my family!! We will be back every time I come to town!!❤️❤️💯

This was such a fun unique experience. Crab island was a blast. Michael was the perfect captain. He kept us safe, found dolphins playing in the clear water for us to watch, set up games for us to play and even played games with us!

Captain Dave was amazing and made this trip one of my best memories!!! He provided everything we needed to have the best day possible. Crab Island is so fun and I can’t wait to do this again. If you’re planning a trip to Destin Florida I would recommend booking a trip to Crab Island with Cruisin Tiki’s!!!

We had Captain Bailey and she was totally awesome. We asked ALOT of questions and she had the answers to them. She was very outgoing and she gets involved with her guests. At Crab Island, she played a new game I've never heard of in the water. She was very accommodating and willing to get us anything we needed!

This was the absolute best . Captain Dave was the best . This was our 5th time coming and never been to crab island . Me and my husband came for our 11th anniversary and we had a blast

Our tiki boat experience was absolutely fantastic—we enjoyed every moment! The captain was friendly, welcoming, and did an excellent job hosting the trip. The whole experience was seamless and so much fun. Crab Island itself is stunning, with warm, crystal-clear water and an amazing, laid-back vibe. The tiki boat was adorable, unique, and made the whole adventure even more memorable. We had such a great time and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing day on the water!

A MUST do for a bachelorette party! We had such a great time on the tikis and out at crab island. They provided coolers, ice, water, and cups. We also were able to connect to the speakers through Bluetooth to listen to a playlist we made. Captain Sam was AMAZING. There were a ton of boats out there. I could not imagine renting a boat without a captain and having to navigate + keep an eye on Florida weather like she did. Would highly recommend!

The crab island tiki boat cruise was amazing and Captain Mike took very good care of us. Captain Mike set up water games after we reached our destination to ensure that we had a good time. I'd definitely take this cruise again.

This was a great way to experience Crab Island. Our boat captain, Bailey, was very professional. Of the tiki boat rentals, this particular boat is NOT jammed full of people, so if you prefer a more personal experience, this is it.

I don’t normally write reviews, but I believe Captain Andy deserves some recognition. He was very helpful, knowledgeable, and personable during the cruise. What a great guy and captain, and I’d recommend him for future cruises. The rest of the staff was helpful getting checked in and getting us situated. The trip out was relaxing and the time spend on crab island was amazing. If you’re looking for a great trip out on the water I’d recommend something unique like the Cruisin’ Tikis in Destin.

What an absolutely unique and fun experience. The staff was so friendly and helpful. They even let us leave our stuff behind there front desk while we went next door to The Edge for a bite and drinks. Once we deployed, Captain Brady took us around to see dolphins. Boy was that a treat. There was thunder and lightning so Captain Brady kept us safe by taking us to Norriego Point until it cleared. Once on Crab island, it was all fun. Tide was low but we saw red fish, crab and schools of fish. The ice cream, games and just hanging out there was amazing. We highly recommend doing this. And on the Tiki boats which were so fun!!!!! Thank you Captain Brady! Cookie Mama and her family will be back.

6 months ago It was the first time my husband and I visited Destin FL and we came across a couple videos on tik Tok that recommended Cruisin' Tikis and we were so glad we gave them a try! Everyone was friendly upon arriving for check-in and Captain Mike was amazing! He let us play music, was very informative, took us to see a couple dolphins he spotted on our way to Crab Island and he was very detailed when we asked him for information or just were curious with questions on all of the adventures he has had while working here. Definitely recommend to everyone you will not be disappointed!

We had a fantastic time on the 5pm cruise! It was the perfect mix of crab island happenings and included a beautiful sunset! Our captain, Bailey, did an awesome job sharing info on Destin and entertaining us. She was very engaging, and we would highly recommend requesting her for your tiki boat adventure!

We love Cruisin Tikis! We love cruising with Captain Bailey! She goes out of her way when she spots a dolphin so we can get videos and pics. It is so nice to be able to take your own food and beverages. The time you get to spend on crab island is perfect as well. It’s one of our favorite things to do in Destin.

I enjoyed Crusin Tikis Destin. Capt Harrison was alot of fun and gave us a great experience while traveling for our birthday. The sail across to Crab Island was very pleasurable and I wouldn't change anything about my experience. Great people on the tiki with us, lots of fun once we made it.

My husband and I had another great experience with Cruisin Tiki. Captain Dave was great, friendly and super funny lol… he interacted with his guests and shared some great stories with us. When we return next year for our annual vacation, I hope to see captain Dave again. Great job Captain!!

a year ago I did the 3 hour Crab Island trip at 9AM on Labor Day and had a fantastic time! I love that you don’t end up on a boat with a ton of people so it’s more personal. I’m on a solo trip to Destin and had never been to crab island before and this was a perfect first experience! The captain was great! He even caught a crab for us to see. And another captain on one of the other Tiki boats gave me a ride dragging me along by my tube around some other boats to make sure I had a good time by myself. I can’t recommend them enough! :)

We had an awesome trip with Captain Josh! He was friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. We felt he went above and beyond when a member of our group got stung by a jellyfish to ensure she was okay. We loved how Crusin’ Tikis provided plenty of floating devices and noodles for us to enjoy out as Crab Island as well as fun activities including footballs, nets to hunt crabs, and floating tables for playing games. We would definitely do this cruise again and would absolutely ask for Josh!