Baytowne Marina Water Sports
Whether you prefer your time on the water to be exciting, adventurous or relaxing, there's a water sport for you at Sandestin's Baytowne Marina. Our near-perfect water temperature (75 degrees Fahrenheit year-round average) makes playing in the Gulf of Mexico a refreshing change from other coasts. Enjoy everything from jet ski and waverunner rentals to the best in Destin scuba diving, snorkeling and kayaking.
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Adventure Bay
Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do? Cool Off at the NEW! Adventure Bay, Sandestin's floating waterpark located at Baytowne Marina. This evolution of water play provides a "wipeout"-like experience for kids ranging in ages from six to sixteen. Available seasonally, depending on weather conditions, Adventure Bay is open seven days a week 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Pricing is $24 per day for Sandestin guests or $19 after 2 p.m. Non-Sandestin guest pricing is $30 per day or $24 after 2 p.m. For more information, call 850-267-7777.
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Stand up paddle boarding in Florida, or YOLO Boarding, offers a completely different way to experience and enjoy the water and wildlife. Some people compare the experience to "yoga on water." Call 850-267-7877 for rates and availability.
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Canoeing
Cruise around Choctawhatchee Bay and enjoy complimentary use of canoes from Baytowne Marina with your Sandestin Resort Key Card. Open March through October.
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Boogie Boarding / Body Surfing
Complimentary boogie boards are available at the Beach Hut near Finz restaurant with Sandestin Resort Key Card. Open daily 9 am – 4 pm (weather permitting). |
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Kayaking
Check out our complimentary kayaks available at the Beach Hut or Taj Ma Hut at the Baytowne Marina. Flash your Sandestin Resort Key Card and make a splash kayaking around Destin, FL. Open daily 9 am – 4 pm (weather permitting). Open March through October.
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Pontoon Boat Rentals
Prefer a relaxing water sport? Sunbathe, swim or picnic on the local sand bars with up to 12 of your closest friends and family from the comfort of your very own 24' Bennington pontoon boat. Pontoon boat rentals are available by the day from Sandestin's Baytowne Marina. Open March through October.
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Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Two of the most popular water sports are Destin scuba diving and snorkeling. Venture off-property for scuba diving and snorkeling excursions.
Call Scuba Tech at 850-837-2822 for scuba or snorkeling trips. (Two hour snorkeling trip $30.00)
Call KidzBeach (located at Sandestin Beach) at 850-419-7444 for snorkeling equipment rental. (One hour snorkel gear rental $5.00)
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SunVenture I
The SunVenture I is a water lover's 45' sporty catamaran. SunVenture I cruises are the only family boat excursions offered east of the Destin Harbor that conveniently depart from the Baytowne Marina at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Excursion offerings are narrated eco-dolphin sunset cruises exploring the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay and its sea life; Crab Island trip; and private cruises for parties of up to 49 guests.
For more information call 850-424-6465 or visit SunVentureCruises.com.
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Waverunner Rentals
Whether you're looking for a pleasure spin or an exciting thrill, our four-stroke Yamaha waverunners are the ultimate Destin water sport. You must be 22 years old or older to operate waverunner rentals. If you're 16 to 21, you need a state approved boating license which can be obtained before you arrive at www.boat-ed.com or at Baytowne Marina. Call 850-267-7777 for rates and availability.
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Destin Parasailing
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Experience Destin's waters from an entire point of view. Destin parasailing is an exciting way to see the water and beach from the air. Parasailing operates March through October on the beach in front of Beachside One or from the Baytowne Marina, depending on weather conditions.
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