30 minutes and up
Jet Ski Rental
Freestyle, inside the marked area.
| 30 minutes | $59 |
|---|---|
| One hour | $89 |
Editorial spotlight · 322 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach
2026 Sunshine Awards nomineeBest Family Watersports
Destiny Water Adventures
A family operation started by a former Key West parasail captain, sitting right in the middle of the Crab Island run. Pontoons from $169, guided jet ski adventures out to the dolphins, and paddleboards and kayaks for anyone who wants the quiet version.
- Pontoon rental
- from $169
- Jet ski, 30 min
- $59
- 4.9
- Reviews
- 4,299
Editorial spotlight. Destiny Water Adventures is a nominee in the 2026 Sunshine Awards. They did not pay for this page and had no say in it. We earn a commission when you book through the links here; your price is the same.
The operation
A Key West parasail captain who moved west
The About page says Captain Kevin O’Neil ran parasail boats in Key West before the family holidayed in this stretch of the Panhandle and decided to stay. The first mates listed are Tammy, October and Ripley, all family. The dock is at 322 Miracle Strip Parkway SW in Fort Walton Beach, which puts Crab Island and the Paradise Islands both inside a short run.
The fleet covers pontoons, jet skis, kayaks and paddleboards, which is the useful spread for a family where not everyone wants the same afternoon. Guided jet ski adventures go out with a lead rider; pontoon rentals go out bareboat, with the Florida boater education card handled through a course the company links from its own site.
“We have a passion for the water, a dedication to service and love seeing kids of all ages smile.”
- KO
Owner and captain
Kevin O’Neil
- T
First mate
Tammy
- O
First mate
October
- R
First mate
Ripley
Names as listed on the company’s About page.
The one to book
Ultimate Crab Island Private Pontoon Charter
The captained version: a pontoon for up to twelve taken out to Crab Island by someone who knows where to park it, which on a busy Saturday is most of the battle.
From $449 for up to twelve. The bareboat rental of the same boat is $169, if you would rather drive.
| Captained, up to 12 | $449 |
|---|---|
| Bareboat, up to 12 | $169 |
Checked against FareHarbor on October 2, 2026.
Check AvailabilityThe fleet
Pontoons, skis, boards and kayaks
Per the booking listings.
Pontoons
- Guests
- Up to 12 and larger
- Rental
- From $169
Jet skis
- Rental
- $59 for 30 minutes
- Guided
- $119 to $229
Paddle gear
- Paddleboard
- From $19 an hour
- Tandem kayak
- From $29 an hour
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Rentals and adventures
Checked against FareHarbor on October 2, 2026. Guided jet ski prices are per machine.
Guided · Per ski
Crab Island Dolphin Jet Ski Adventure
A led run out to Crab Island and the dolphins.
| Per jet ski | $229 |
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Guided · Per ski
Paradise Islands Jet Ski Adventure
The shorter guided ride.
| Per jet ski | $119 |
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Seasonal · Private
Private Fireworks Cruise
The harbour fireworks from the water.
| Per cruise | $349 |
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Evening · Private
Private Sunset Cruise
Captained, on the sound at last light.
| Per cruise | $299 |
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1 hour and up
Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
The cheapest way onto the water here.
| One hour | $19 |
|---|---|
| Two hours | $34 |
Before you go
Know before you go
Departure
322 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, with Crab Island and the Paradise Islands both a short run.
Licence
Florida requires a boater education card for anyone born after January 1, 1988. The company links a course from its site.
Guided vs bareboat
Guided jet ski adventures run with a lead rider; pontoons go out bareboat unless you book the captained charter.
Crab Island
Shallow and busy. A captain is worth it on summer weekends.
Reviews
What guests say
- 4.9Google4,299 reviews as of October 2, 2026
- FamilyRun byCaptain Kevin O’Neil and first mates
- 4Fleet typesPontoons, jet skis, boards, kayaks
Reviewers praise the welcome and safety briefing, name guides who were good with children, and mention dolphins on the guided runs.
Questions
Good to know
Where does it leave from?
322 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach.
What does it cost?
Pontoons from $169, jet skis from $59 for thirty minutes. Checked October 2, 2026.
Do I need a licence?
A Florida boater education card is required if you were born after January 1, 1988.
Can we get a captain?
Yes, the Ultimate Crab Island charter is captained, from $449.
A family dock on the Crab Island run
Pontoons from $169, guided jet skis from $119, boards from $19.
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