Pontoon Boat Rentals Destin: 17 Awesome Rentals for Fun in the Sun

Gather up your friends and family and get out on the emerald green waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach with these awesome pontoon boat rentals!

There are so many great pontoon boat rentals to choose from — you’ll find the perfect one for you and your crew during your Destin vacation.

We’ve got pontoon boats with slides, snorkeling excursions, half-day and all-day rentals, pet-friendly rentals, captained rentals, or ones for you to use to explore on your own. No matter which boat you end up with, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable experience!

Ready to scope out the boats? Here are 17 of the best pontoon boat rentals Destin, Florida has to offer!

PONTOON BOAT RENTALS DESTIN: DEPARTING FROM DESTIN

Start off right in the middle of all the action with these pontoon boat rentals that depart from Destin Harbor. All of the featured rentals are equipped with life jackets.

12 PASSENGER PONTOON BOAT RENTAL DEPARTING FROM DESTIN HARBOR

Ready to get out on the sparkling waters of the Emerald Coast? This 12 passenger pontoon boat rental, that departs from Destin Harbor, is a great choice!

Be the captain of your day as you explore the Choctawhatchee Bay, the bayous, and Crab Island — where boaters come to gather and soak up the Florida sun. You can plan your own adventure — fish, snorkel, or just cruise the beautiful waters surrounding Destin.

TripShock is a great place to make your 12-Passenger Destin Pontoon Rental — and he first tank of gas is included!

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DOUBLE DECKER PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

This Destin pontoon boat rental would be a great one to take out to Crab Island — it’s a double decker pontoon boat with a slide! Depart only a few minutes’ cruise away from Crab Island, and enjoy the Destin waters. Get out on the water, and soak up the Florida sun.

Conveniently located on the Destin Harbor, this rental includes everything you need to have an awesome day on the water: slides, shade, sun, and a whole lot of fun with up to 12 people.

Make your Double Decker Pontoon Boat Rental here!

CRAB ISLAND 24FT PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

Ready for a fantastic day in the emerald and aqua waters of Destin? This 24-foot pontoon boat will help you achieve that! Just 300 yards from Crab Island, this is a great boat rental for those who want to enjoy a lot of time at the local hot spot.

Cruise Destin Harbor, or just hang out on Crab Island and make new friends like the locals! They even have pet-friendly boats available, so your entire crew can join in on the fun. This boat rental seats 12 people max and a deposit is required.

TripShock has your Crab Island 24ft pontoon boat rentals here.

PRIVATE & CAPTAINED CRAB ISLAND PONTOON CRUISE

Looking for a relaxing day on the water? Don’t want to worry about captaining your own boat? Then this is the perfect rental for you.

This private and captained cruise guarantees that you and 10 of your friends and family members will have a great time. Hang out at Crab Island — swimming, floating, and relaxing. You may even see a dolphin along the way!

Choose from 2-, 3-, or 4-hour excursions, for ages 3 and up. Get your Private & Captained Crab Island pontoon cruise reservations here.

CAPTAINED DOUBLE DECKER PONTOON WITH SLIDE

Enjoy an epic day of carefree cruising around Destin, Florida aboard your very own captained pontoon boat charter.

Experience the bustling Destin Harbor and Crab Island and enjoy comfortable seating, dual-decks, expert navigation, and so much more! Cool off with a splash using the onboard slide or hang out on the lily pad and chill to the max. 

Includes paddleboards, snorkeling equipment, and water toys for hours of fun. Choose from 4-, 5-, or 8-hour charters.

TripShock has your Captained Double Decker Pontoon with Slide rentals here.

12 PASSENGER PONTOON RENTAL WITH GILLIGAN’S WATERSPORTS

Get out on the water with this 12 Person Pontoon Rental on the Destin Harbor with Gilligan’s Watersports. The first tank of fuel is included!

Be your own captain for the day aboard your very own pontoon boat equipped with a 50 HP engine. See the sights around the bay and harbor. Visit the popular Crab Island or even try your luck at some inshore fishing in one of the area’s popular bayous.

Book it: 12-Person Pontoon Boat Rental on Destin Harbor

24-FOOT, PET-FRIENDLY PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

Looking for a pet-friendly choice? This 24-foot pontoon boat is perfect for some fun in the sun.

Grab your crew and set out on an excursion seeking lots of suntans and laughs. Be the captain of your day as you leisurely cruise to Crab Island to hang out at the sandbar or spend your time low-key in the Choctawhatchee Bay just floating around taking it all in.

Get your 24-foot Pontoon Boat Rental from TripShock and get your first tank of fuel free!

4-HOUR CRAB ISLAND EXCURSION

Spend half a day hanging out like the locals and experiencing the beauty and fun that can be found on the Emerald Coast on a 4-hour Crab Island Excursion.

Your captain will take you through Choctawhatchee Bay, Destin Harbor, and to Crab Island.

You can lounge on the provided lily pad while sipping on your favorite beverage. Is there anything more fun than that?!

Book it your 4-Hour Crab Island Excursion with TripShock!

SNORKEL AND SHELLING CHARTER

If you’re looking for a great activity for families with children — this Snorkel and Shelling Charter is a great choice.

Leave the boating duties up to the captain, while you and your crew enjoy fun in the sun. The crew will guide you on a snorkeling excursion, you’ll feed fish, and have fun on the beach. You’ll go to two great snorkeling and shelling locations where you can view the sea life, and collect shells.

Pool floats, fish food, snorkel equipment, sand and beach toys, kites, and instruction included. This trip is limited to 28 people.

Book it with TripShock: Snorkel and Shelling Charter!

DEPARTING FROM FORT WALTON BEACH

These pontoon boat rentals depart from Fort Walton Beach — so you can enjoy time on the water, and still be close to all the action.

HALF OR FULL DAY PONTOON RENTAL

Cruise in style on the famed emerald-green waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay with this 12 Passenger Pontoon Rental for either a half-day (4 hours) or full day (8 hours).

Experience unforgettable fun in the sun at nearby Crab Island or kick back with family and friends while searching for dolphins, stingrays, and other incredible marine life.

Book it with TripShock: Half or Full Day Pontoon Boat Rental

DOUBLE DECKER PONTOON BOAT WITH TWO WATER SLIDES

Calling all party animals!

If you really want to do a day in Destin right — then rent a double decker pontoon boat with TWO water slides! Say what?! Oh my gosh, this looks like the most fun ever.

This pontoon features two decks, two waterslides, Bluetooth radio, and room for 14 people.

Snorkel around the boat, slide down the waterslides, or relax on one of the two decks while exploring Crab Island, the Santa Rosa Sound, Destin Harbor and the Choctawhatchee Bay.

Bonus? Your kids will love you forever!

Book your Double Decker Pontoon Boat with Waterslides with TripShock!

10-12 PASSENGER PONTOON RENTAL

The Emerald Coast is the place to be for fun in the sun! Hop on a custom built, 10-12 passengers, Bennington Salt Water Series, and cruise the Choctawhatchee Bay, Santa Rosa Sound, or Crab Island. This rental departs from Fort Walton Beach (about 20 minutes from Crab Island).

All boats come with radios, coolers, and great times.

Book your 10-12 Passenger Pontoon Rental with TripShock!

PET-FRIENDLY PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

I mean, your four-legged family members may want to join in on the fun too, right?

This 8-hour pontoon boat rental is perfect, because your pets can come along too.

With seating for 12, you can cruise your day away exploring Crab Island and the surrounding areas. This one also has a cooler on board, so you can pack it with drinks, snacks…and maybe a doggie ice cream?

Book your Pet-Friendly Pontoon Boat with TripShock!

PONTOON BOAT RENTAL DEPARTING FROM OKALOOSA ISLAND

This 12-passenger, 24-foot pontoon boat can be picked up across the Marler Bridge (that awesome Destin bridge that has amazing views) in Fort Walton Beach — and then you can sail away!

Explore the bay, or anchor at Crab Island and relax. The pontoon boat has a stereo, luxury seating, and a cabana for shade. You can choose a half-day or full-day rental option.

Book your Pontoon Boat Rental departing from Okaloosa Island with TripShock here!

4-HOUR PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

Rent a pontoon boat for a half-day and get out on the beautiful waters around Destin. This rental departs from Fort Walton Beach.

This pontoon boat seats 12, and you can explore local hot spots like Crab Island! Swim, sightsee, look for dolphins, or just soak up some Florida sun. A cooler, a bimini top for shade, and 100-watt Bluetooth sound system are provided.

Book your 4-Hour Pontoon Boat Rental with TripShock.

8-HOUR PET-FRIENDLY PONTOON BOAT RENTAL FROM FORT WALTON BEACH

With seating for 12, you can take your party out on your very own private Pontoon Boat Rental for a whole day. Pets are welcome, too!

You’ll enjoy fun in the sun as you cruise through the sparkling waters of Choctawhatchee Bay. Stock your provided cooler with plenty of refreshments and snacks, and spend the day exploring local adventure spots.

Book your 8-Hour Pet-Friendly Pontoon Boat with TripShock.

HALF AND FULL DAY PONTOON BOAT RENTAL

Bring 11 of your friends along on a pontoon boat trip out to Crab Island! This rental departs from Fort Walton Beach.

You’ll have everything you need to maximize your time on the water and explore Fort Walton’s beaches, coastlines, and more. This boat rental comes with a sound system, and retractable sun cover.

Book your Half- or Full-Day Pontoon Boat Rental with TripShock!

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