high performance Destin waverunner Rentals — Catch waves & thrills
What you can expect on our Jet SKi & waverunners Rentals
Waverunner Rental Booking Details
Please bring with you the provided confirmation number (located on the voucher e-mailed to you after online purchase), a valid drivers license and credit card for verification. 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. Redeem your voucher at 530 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL 32541 with a representative. It is best to arrive at least 45 minutes early for instruction.
Departure Details
Dolphin tours are available daily March through October. Departure times are typically in the morning, but customers can request later times upon booking. Check availability and pricing by clicking the "view pricing" button above. It is best to book at least 2 days in advance to avoid sellouts.
$109/hr
Things to know before you rent A Waverunner in Destin, FL
To rent and operate one of our Waverunners or Jet Skis, drivers must be at least 18 years old and present a valid photo ID. If you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you’ll need to take and pass a Florida Boater Safety Test, which we offer here for just $3. After passing, you’ll receive a boater certification valid for one year. Additionally, all renters are required to watch a safety video before heading out on the water. A $500 damage deposit is required for all rentals.
We will provide you with all necessary safety equipment, including life jackets, and you’ll only need to bring your photo ID and boater certification permit. Optional baggies are available to protect your belongings. Our Destin Waverunner Rental prices, which include fuel, can be found on the Rates page. We do not accept reservations for Waverunners or Jet Skis. Our boats are rented on a first come, first serve basis; however we have plenty of rentals and wait times tend to be short. Check out our rates and come book with us today!
Frequently Asked Questions About Destin Waverunner Rentals
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WaveRunner Pick-Up Docks — Parking & Check-In
Grab a waverunner at any of three Destin docks — here’s the pre-ride rundown.
Which Dock Is Yours?
Your waverunner waits at the dock matched to the rental you choose — the booking screen names it, and your confirmation email echoes it.
Gilligan’s Watersports: 530 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541 · (850) 650-9000
Rentals stage at the boardwalk dock at 530. Get directions
Xtreme H2O of Crab Island: 7 Calhoun Ave, Destin, FL 32541 · (850) 978-3060
Or ride from the bridge-side launch, shortest run to the sandbar. Get directions
Destin X on the Harbor: 214 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541 · (850) 898-1204
Skis also go out from the harbor at 214. Get directions
Parking
Gilligan’s Watersports (530 Harbor Blvd): free parking right at the dock, first come, first served — when the lot fills, overflow waits just up the hill at 531 Mountain Drive.
Xtreme H2O (7 Calhoun Ave): the Destin Marina’s public lot sits right beside the launch; it goes fast on summer days, so share a ride when you can.
Destin X (214 Harbor Blvd): room for one vehicle per booking on site, first come, first served — extra cars park free at 310 Mountain Drive or for $15 at 285 US-98 W, and RVs or trailers use the paid public lot across the street.
Check-In
Skippering your own ride? Handle the one piece of homework first: drivers born on or after January 1, 1988 need a Florida boater safety certificate, and knocking out the Florida temporary boater test online before you show up makes check-in easier and faster. A $3 NASBLA version is offered dockside too — just leave wiggle room. Roll in 45 minutes before your start with a photo ID for every driver; life jackets and the safety talk are on the crew.
Bring aboard: swimsuits, towels, reef-safe sunscreen, a waterproof pouch for your phone, and a soft-sided cooler with drinks — no glass on the water.
