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<p>Join in on a Small Group Waverunner Tour and see wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins up close and in their natural habitat from the comfort of your own jet ski in Destin, Florida. From up close, you will be able to hear the sounds they make and see how much fun they have playing among the waves. Feel the cool splash of the ocean and smell the fresh air as you race through the scenic emerald waters of Choctawhatchee Bay. Book your Small Group Waverunner Dolphin Tour today and prepare for the ride of your life!</p>

<p>Small Group Waverunner Dolphin Tour Departing From Destin Harbor</p>

<p><strong>How to Redeem:</strong> Print this ticket or bring the confirmation details with you on your mobile device to join the tour. Please bring a valid ID and credit card to confirm your order prior to departure. </p>
<p><strong>Liability Waiver:</strong> Please fill out your waivers prior to arrival <a href="https://mono.wherewolf.co.nz/4d6jkz">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Parking:</strong> Public parking is available at 530 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541.   </p>
<p><strong>Departure Details:</strong> Tour departs from 530 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541.  Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for instruction. Tour departs on time. Please call to confirm your requested departure time at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Reservations booked less than 24hrs prior to arrival are not guaranteed until confirmed by the vendor. For any issues, please contact your provider, Gilligan's Watersports, at 850-650-9000.</p>
<p><strong>Boater’s License:</strong> A Temporary Florida Boater’s License is recommended and may be required for your activity! All drivers born on or after January 1, 1988, MUST obtain a license. Adults born BEFORE January 1, 1988, may operate a boat or personal watercraft without a Florida Boater License, so long as they have a valid driver’s license. However, in the interest of safety, we recommend that all drivers take the test and familiarize themselves with important boat safety rules. You may take the test and obtain your license <a href="https://www.tripshock.com/boaterstest">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Gratuities:</strong> Although not required, it is customary to tip your crew 15-20%.</p>

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257 Reviews of Small Group Waverunner Dolphin Tour Departing From Destin Harbor - TripShock!

Small Group Waverunner Dolphin Tour Departing From Destin Harbor

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Join in on a Small Group Waverunner Tour and see wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins up close and in their natural habitat...

Wow - definitely a bucket list item you should consider ! Brian was brilliant - friendly, knowledgeable and with a great sense of humor. We were able to see dolphins and enjoy cruising the seas at high speeds - such an exhilarating experience and
One I will recommend to everyone l.

Incredible experience

It was a great time our guide took us to crab island we saw many dolphins, he knew right where to look. It was fast speeds almost all the way.

Jet ski dolphin tour

Our guide was awesome and I can almost guarantee that our kids made some core memories on this 2 hour adventure. Eli was super kind and patient, and our 6 and 8 year old had the time of their lives. We saw dolphins and manatees up close, and even if we didn’t see any sea life it would have been 100% worth it. This is a great way to break up beach days if your kids get bored easily. We’ll be back for sure!

Incredible  experience

Destin Dolphins

I don't normally leave reviews, but felt this one was necessary to warn those who have never ridden a jet ski before.  Our tour guide basically left us out in the open water.  He was riding so fast, and drove out of our sight on several occasions.  We were out in the open water, and could barely tell which direction to go in, in order to return to shore.  He was so far ahead of us that if we needed some assistance, he would not have known.  The trip itself was entirely too long for someone with no experience.  So much so, that my finger began cramping on the way back.  There were several instances were I was absolutely terrified that we would capsize and he would have no clue where to find us.  Needless to say, 2 occurences with shark encounters happened just 1 day after our tour.  I would never take this tour again.

Beginners Nightmare!

We had a blast our guide  Gerad was excellent . Will do it again when in Destin

Nate was awesome throughout the entire tour! He helped us with everything the entire time, and was very patient with us!! He was so friendly and caring towards us! We had so much fun! He showed us dolphins, string rays,  jelly fish and much more! Can’t wait to book with him again!

Awesome

Nate did an excellent job on our Dolphin Tour. We saw dolphins in 2 different places and we were able to really enjoy the wave runners. Highly recommended!

Nate is the best tour guide!

Our tour was supposed to be a guided tour. Our tour guide, Ian, stated he would be constantly checking on our group with hand signals and if someone was going slower than the group that he would slow everyone down. That did NOT happen at all. Before we left the Harbour area he did 1 ok check but then for next 45 min straight him and rest of the group went full throttle with no slowing down. My 10 year got scared going that fast so we slowed down but the group kept going. Never looking back or checking on # of group. We couldn't catch up, nor see them at all. I would have thought that we would have periods of slow mixed with fast. Once I did catch up, I tried to signal Ian for over 5 minutes, but got no acknowledgement until I pulled right up beside him. I explained what happened and his only reply was "oh, no, I could see you the whole time". I told him, no you could not. If we couldn't see you or the group,  you couldn't see us. If it had just been me I'd wouldn't be writing this, but for the safety of future riders, I think something needs to be changed. If my 10 yo or I had fallen off, no one would have known and though we had life vests, a million bad outcomes could have occurred. The group ended up quickly speeding away from us after my talk with Ian, so, I ended up just turning back to go back to the Harbour on my own. Then they all speeded past again. I was able to keep them in sight, but once again, Ian never did another ok check. Also, we never had an opportunity to stop and apply more sun block, etc . I literally got 2nd degree burns that are so bad, I'm having to go  my doc since we just got back to Missouri. I hate to even hate to write this since every other activity we did was fantastic, with activity and crew. I basically had to pay like $140 + $30 that got charged to my acct for the insurance or whatever for basically an unguided tour where my son could have drowned etc.

Loved this experience. It was super exciting going super fast on the jet skis. We saw an eagle ray and dolphins and went really far out into the bay. The water was beautiful.

Great fun

Destin

Florida

<h2>How did you discover this activity?</h2>
<p>We found TripShock when Googling options for dolphin waverunner tours in Destin.</p>
<h2>When did you book your tour compared to the departure date?</h2>
<p>We booked our tour one day in advance and thankfully, they still had enough slots available!</p>
<h2>Why did you choose this activity?</h2>
<p>My friends and I were looking to rent jet skis, but wanted to also see dolphins, so we thought it would be a better chance to do so by going on a guided tour!</p>
<h2>How did you get to the activity location?</h2>
<p>We got to the harbor by taxi and it was a 15 minute ride from our condo on the beach.</p>
<h2>What was your experience with the activity’s staff?</h2>
<p>Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about water safety and was a lot of fun! He made sure to check on our large group while riding and taking us to spots to try to see dolphins!</p>
<h2>Highlights or memories you and your group will take from the trip?</h2>
<p>Our group really enjoyed being able to drive our own jet skis and go as fast as we wanted to, and at our own pace while traveling with the tour! The tour was large (9 skis), but it felt like we were on our own with the set up! We had so much fun riding through the harbor and being out on the water. We didn’t get to see any dolphins, but we still had an amazing time and we would definitely do this again!</p>
<h2>Would you recommend this activity to another group like yours? Why or why not?</h2>
<p>I would recommend this activity to others looking to ride jet skis with a chance of seeing dolphins!</p>
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- Activity: Small Group Waverunner Dolphin Tour 
- Hometown: St. Louis, MO
- Adults: Three
- Children: None


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- Adults: Two
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The captain was great and kept everyone on the same page

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- Hometown: Flint, MI
- Adults: Two
- Children: Three


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