Santa Rosa Beach-30A Crab Island Tours & Activities

Santa Rosa Beach and 30A are only a short distance away from the famous Crab Island where you can explore the vibrant water with fun tours and activities. Enjoy a relaxing tiki cruise, where you can soak in the sun and savor the laid-back island vibes. Go out on a dolphin tour and get the chance to see these playful creatures up close. Thrill-seekers can dive into various watersports, making Crab Island the perfect destination for fun and adventure on the beautiful 30A coastline.

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12 Person Pontoon Rental on the Destin Harbor

1,088 ratings
4 - 8 Hrs.
Get out on the water with this 12 Person Pontoon Rental on the Destin Harbor. See the sights around Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor. Visit the popular Crab Island or even try your luck at some inshore fishing in one of the area's popular bayous. Whether you are looking for family-friendly adventure or to create memories with friends. Spend a carefree day on the water, have a few drinks, soak up the sun, and leave your worries behind. Don't miss the boat, book your pontoon rental today!
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Crab Island Excursion & Swim Aboard The Crab Island Runner

315 ratings
3 - 3.5 Hrs.
Get out on the water in gorgeous Destin, Florida on The Crab Island Runner, a multi-passenger U.S. Coast Guard certified 27-passenger tour boat. Head out to locally treasured Crab Island, a stunning sandbar in the middle of the most beautiful emerald green and aqua blue water you have ever seen. Crab Island is one of the most sought-after destinations in Northwest Florida, so see for yourself what the hype is all about, join your captain and crew aboard The Crab Island Runner for a chartered trip to the popular sandbar in Destin, Florida. Book your experience today!
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Dolphin Exploration Tour Aboard The Crab Island Runner

53 ratings
1.5 - 2 Hrs.
Hop aboard The Crab Island Runner for an exciting adventure discovering sea life in Destin, Florida. Your Captain and crew will navigate you and your group through Crab Island, exploring the grass flats of the Choctawhatchee Bay to look out for bald eagles, ospreys and more wildlife along the shoreline. Depending on the daily marine report, you will cruise south through Destin’s East Pass along to the Gulf of Mexico. This informative eco-tour by water is sure to bring a smile to your face and memories to last a lifetime, so don't miss the boat, book now!
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Sandestin: Crab Island Catamaran Excursion aboard the Sunventure II

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4 Hrs.
Cruise to the popular hangout Crab Island aboard a comfortable catamaran. Chill out and play in the pristine, sparkling water while the crew takes care of everything. Bring your favorite beverages and water toys to enhance the experience. Meet and greet with fellow Crab Island boaters and explore all the exciting things to do. This trip is the perfect alternative to [renting a boat](https://www.tripshock.com/attractions/destin/pontoon-boat-rentals/ "renting a boat"), or those not experienced enough to drive a pontoon boat. Book your Sandestin: Crab Island Catamaran Excursion aboard the Sunventure II today!
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Crab Island actually an island?

Crab Island is not a true island. It’s actually a sandbar that is completely covered by water. While the water gets quite shallow (as shallow as 1-2 ft in areas), and is walkable, it is still considered a sandbar, or sunken island.

2. Why is it called Crab Island?

Crab Island, which was once shaped like a crab, was eroded by a hurricane and tidal currents.

3. Why is Crab Island so popular?

Crab Island's clear emerald green waters, floating bars, and obstacle courses have made it a popular place to visit for tourists and locals alike.

4. Is Crab Island family-friendly?

Yes! Crab Island is a great place for families. The water is shallow in the middle, so your kids will have a blast splashing around.

5. What types of Crab Island tours are available?

Crab Island offers many opportunities for adventure. Some of the top Crab Island tours include tiki sightseeing cruises, wakesurfing, and jet skiing adventures.

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