Top 10 Scuba & Snorkeling in Destin, Florida (FL)

April 30, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

Destin is located on Florida’s Emerald Coast, which gets its name from its beautiful, clear green water. Beaches here have extremely fine, soft sand, so if you’re a beach-walker or your kids enjoy building sand castles, this could be a great destination for you.
Restaurants in Destin

1. AJ's Water Adventures

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5.0 based on 2,458 reviews

AJ's Water Adventures

AJ's is Destin's premier dolphin cruise, sunset cruise, sailing and snorkeling trip operator. We offer daytime dolphin cruises, sunset cruises, sailing charters, moonlit sailing, sunset sailing, snorkeling, and more! Every cruise comes with complimentary beer, wine, soda, water and kids can Captain! Choose AJ's for your next dolphin cruise and let us help you make wonderful memories on your Destin Vacation. Also available at AJ's is Sun Dogs Parasail & Banana Boat Rides, Charter Boat Fishing, Party boat fishing, & more. You can do it all right here at AJ's on Destin Harbor!

2. Destin's Original Sea Blaster

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86%
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5.0 based on 1,040 reviews

Destin's Original Sea Blaster

Climb aboard Destin's ORIGINAL Sea Blaster for a fun and exciting cruise with Capt. Larry who has been entertaining families in the Destin area since 1995. Join the fun and come search the Emerald Green waters of the Gulf of Mexico along the sugar white sand beaches of Destin, Florida, for the most playful dolphins. Our 73 foot United States Coast Guard approved custom built boats are the Gulf's largest speedboats and are approved to carry up to 132 passengers on one and up to 119 passengers on the other. We offer an array of fun for the entire family and feature different cruises for your enjoyment including Snorkeling/Dolphin Cruises, Dolphin Cruises, & Sunset Dolphin Cruises. All cruises include Free Beer, Wine, soda and water.

3. ScubaTech

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94%
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5.0 based on 355 reviews

ScubaTech

ScubaTech is a full service SCUBA Diving facility. Offering SCUBA Diving trips for certified and non-certified divers, instruction, retail sales, equipment rental, equipment service, air/nitrox fills and out of country travel. Store Hours: 8AM-5PM EVERYDAY

4. Flipper's Adventures

Excellent
87%
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5.0 based on 503 reviews

Flipper's Adventures

Newest Boat in town,we do 2 1/2 hour two stop snorkeling trips,Destin Jetties, and U.S. Coast Guard Area.Sunset Dolphin Tours and Fireworks on Thursday nights (when in season) Easiest parking in town, 1 mile before the Destin Bridge.

5. Destin Premium Charters

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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Destin Premium Charters

Destin Premium Charters is Destin's premier private charter service. We offer only the finest accommodations and strive to provide a premium experience on the water, no matter what the activity is. Fishing, Sunsets, Happy Hour, you name it!

6. Scuba Destin

Excellent
88%
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Scuba Destin

Scuba Destin offers a Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) adventure that makes an excellent activity for the whole family. DSD is a PADI approved experience for beginners and is offered to anyone 10 and older. Your DSD adventure begins at the East Pass Jetties in Destin, Florida, where we provide all the necessary equipment. We look forward to exploring the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico with you on your next vacation! As a veteran owned and operated family business we offer a GREAT military discount on the DSD experience and certification classes.

7. Captain Jambo's Destin Harbor

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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Captain Jambo's Destin Harbor

Parasail, sailing, dolphin cruise, snorkel trips--all your adventure needs covered with our small group tours, tailored to your friends and family! Welcome to Captain Jambo's Destin Harbor. Whether you embark on an adventure with our signature parasail/dolphin cruise, or you relax and take it easy on our small group, catamaran sailing cruises, we invite you to not just explore with us, but hang out and enjoy the beauty Destin has to offer! Come see the amazing views of the crystal clear waters Captain Jambo's is a family-owned and operated business. We pride ourselves on making your adventure one-of-a-kind, tailored to your family and friends! Our jovial captain, Jason, is a native of Destin, Florida with over 25 years experience on the water, so he can tell you a tale or two on your snorkeling trip or dolphin cruise, sailing lesson, sunset sail, or parasailing ride, Destin style! Our happy harbor is conveniently located at the foot of Florida's Destin bridge.

8. Play N Hooky Charters

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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Play N Hooky Charters

We charter a 26 foot Sea Hunt Gamefish 25. Our boat includes a large sun deck with soft cushions, bathroom facilities, fresh water wash down, and a side entry door, with ladder for easy water access. The boat is powered by twin Yamaha 150s, making it a quick trip from the Gulf to the beach. Rates are based on a four hour trip, departing at 9:00 am or 1:30 pm. The charter is $249.00 and $49.00 per passenger, limited to 6. Each trip is unique, and can be designed to suit the customer. A typical trip begins with a tour of Destin Harbor, and then a short ride to the Gulf for dolphin encounters. Next, on to the famous Crab Island and Gulf Island National Seashore, where we will anchor, snorkel, swim, and take a break enjoying the emerald green waters. Dolphin Reef Tour South Walton is known for its sugar-white sand and turquoise waters, but thanks to the South Walton Artificial Reef Association, South Walton is also known for its dolphin shaped snorkel reef. We offer trips to the reef

9. Crab Island Adventure Cruises

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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Crab Island Adventure Cruises

Crab Island Adventure Cruises is a wonderful way to experience the Emerald Coast. We offer boat charters with a United States Coast Guard Approved Captain on a luxurious and spacious 26 foot Bennington pontoon boat. Each charter offers your group a private boat that will take you on whatever adventure your heart desires. Choose between dolphin tours, snorkeling excursions, Crab Island voyages, sunset harbor cruise, romantic dinner cruise, sunrise yoga or a mix of all these fun activities!

10. Pelican Adventures

Excellent
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4.5 based on 487 reviews

Pelican Adventures

Pelican Adventure's team offers deep sea and bay fishing, snorkeling and parasailing. Yes, something for the whole family. Specials of the season: buy one and get the second half off only for the parasailing am trips and the snorkeling! We want to make your vacation one truly worth remembering, come see us you will not be disappointed.

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