FORT WALTON BEACH BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Six-Hour Luxury Pontoon Adventure to Crab Island — A Private Tritoons Day from Fort Walton Beach
A six-hour private luxury tritoon charter that gives groups extended, unhurried time to float, snorkel, and relax around Crab Island; this guide explains what’s included, how bookings work, and what to pack for the day.
Six-Hour Luxury Pontoon Adventure to Crab Island — A Private Tritoons Day from Fort Walton Beach.
Spend a full, unhurried day on a private luxury tritoon operated by Crab Island Luxury Adventures: plush seating, Bluetooth sound, shade from double biminis and a stable ride make this six-hour pontoon charter ideal for groups who want time to swim, float and explore Crab Island at a relaxed pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A luxury tritoon built for comfort
The Avalon Catalina tritoon provides plush seating, Bluetooth sound, double biminis for shade and a smooth, stable ride—features that make long hours on the water comfortable for groups up to the vessel’s capacity.
Extended time at Crab Island
This charter gives you generous, flexible time at Crab Island for swimming, snorkeling, floating on provided mats and lily pads, taking photos, and relaxing on nearby beaches without feeling rushed.
A bespoke, private charter experience
The operator provides a tailored bareboat charter model with a list of pre‑approved licensed captains; you choose the captain and the day is shaped to your group’s pace and priorities.
What the day feels like
What the six-hour day feels like
Boarding at the launch, the day settles into a slow rhythm: a short cruise across Choctawhatchee Bay with music from the boat’s Bluetooth system, long stops to float and snorkel at Crab Island, room to spread out on pads and rafts, and an easy, unhurried return to the dock—built around flexibility and relaxation for private groups.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a six‑hour private charter—book a full six‑hour window to maximize time at Crab Island and on the bay.
Pack sunscreen, a waterproof camera, towels, polarized sunglasses, drinks and snacks (no glass containers at Crab Island or Florida beaches), water toys or snorkel gear, and consider an extra ice chest.
Boarding takes place at Cessna Landing Park in Santa Rosa Beach—confirm the exact meeting point on booking and arrive in time to load gear.
Charters are bareboat arrangements: you select from a provided list of pre‑approved licensed captains. The captain’s fee is paid directly to the captain (cash or Venmo) on the day of the charter; vessel fees are booked separately.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
This listing is for a six‑hour private pontoon (tritoon) charter.
Where do we meet for departure?
The meeting and launch point is Cessna Landing Park in Santa Rosa Beach.
Should I tip the captain?
Yes. A 20% tip is the minimum amount suggested for the captain and crew.
What is the weather and refund policy?
If weather is too dangerous to go out at your scheduled time you can reschedule or receive a full refund; there are no refunds once the boat has left the dock.
How does captain selection and payment work?
This is a bareboat charter: the charterer selects and contracts directly with a licensed captain from a provided list of pre‑approved captains. Captain fees are paid directly to the captain on the day of the charter; the operator does not collect captain payments.
What is included on the boat?
The charter includes the private luxury tritoon, a floating mat or lily pad, Bluetooth sound, plush seating with double biminis for shade, required life jackets and safety equipment, and an ice chest.