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Getting To The Boat
We are located at East Pass Marina, 214 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL,32541
We DO NOT OFFER parking at our location. there are many paid parking options in the area. DO NOT PARK directly in front of the marina building, the area marked with a red X. If you do your vehicle will be towed.
The green check to the left of our location offers parking Via app, and it varies by the length of time you want. See signs to pay.
If you go across the street there is also the Marler Parking lot which is a public lot offering 15 dollar all day parking.
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Do your charters come with a captain?Yes, our charters are ONLY captained charters.
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Do we need to sign a wavier before our trip?Yes, every person must sign a waiver before their trip, this includes adults signing for minors in their party. You can sign the waiver at this link https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/p5vxd4w5rgtbawaznv68ij/web/. Your crew will verify your wavier before you are allowed to board the vessel.
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What amenities are included when I book a charter with Top Shelf Tikis and do I need to plan for any additional costs?When you book a seat with Top Shelf Tikis, you get an all-inclusive experience designed for maximum enjoyment and relaxation! The rental includes a friendly and experienced captain to navigate the waters while you sit back and soak up the sun. You'll also have access to a large cooler stocked with ice and refreshing water bottles to keep you hydrated throughout the trip. For entertainment, we provide a high-quality Bluetooth speaker, so you can enjoy your favorite tunes while cruising. Please note that gratuity for the captain and crew is not included in the ticket price, so consider planning for that as an additional cost. We strive to offer a seamless and enjoyable boating experience, so come aboard and let Top Shelf Tikis create unforgettable memories on the water!
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Can we bring food, drinks or snacks on the boat?Yes, you can bring any food, drinks or snacks that you would like to have on your charter.
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Can we bring alcohol on the boat?Yes, you can bring alcohol for 21 years and up
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Are there vendors on Crab Island?Yes, there are vendors selling ice cream, t-shirts, food, pineapples, coconuts. There is even a general store selling floats, sunscreen, etc. Please note: These vendors leave starting in November and come back in May.
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What is your cancellation policy?Non-private charters: You can cancel your charter for any reason up to 72 hours before your charter and receive a full refund of your deposit Private Charter: You can cancel your charter for any reason up to 7 days before your charter and receive a full refund of your deposit
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What if it rains or bad weather the day of your charter?The captains’ have a good radar app and will make the call on the weather an hour before the charter. Please note: The call on the weather can ONLY be made by the captain. You will get a full refund of amount paid if your trip is canceled due to inclimate weather. In the off season, it can get down into the 50s. We would suggest wearing warmer clothing, as we have blankets on board. Cold weather will not prevent the charter from operating.
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Are there life jackets on the boats?Yes, there are coast-guard required life jackets on our boats. If you have small children, you may want to bring their own life jacket as all children 8 and under are required by law to wear a life jacket while on the boat and the coast guard approved ones may not be the most comfortable for small children
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What other items should we bring for our charter?Here is what we suggest Peak season/spring break: 1. Sunscreen 2. Towels 3. Snacks 4. Money for tips/vendors 5. Bathing Suits
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If we have floats or rafts we want to bring, do you have an air pump on the boat?Yes, we keep an air pump on the boat for our equipment that you can use if you have floats or rafts that you want to bring on your charter
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Do your boats have a restroom on board?Yes, there is a restroom on board.
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Is gratuity included in the final price?No. Gratuity can be prepaid at the time of booking by clicking the dropbox. All gratuities go directly to the crew. However, if you would like to tip the day of feel free to use cash, cash app or Venmo directly with your crew. Keep in mind the industry standard is 20%.
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Can you purchase alcohol at Crab Island?There are NO alcohol sales at crab island. You must bring your own liquor or beer onto the boat.
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