Helicopter rides, water skiing, deep sea fishing—oh, my! At Navarre Family Watersports, the best recreation on the beach and water is at your fingertips with professional guides, professional-grade rentals, and a variety of packages no matter what your dream beach getaway fantasies entail. For a unique experience on the water, check out Wibit Waterpark…
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Southern Star Dolphin Cruises
Just east of Navarre Beach, visitors can board the glass-bottom Southern Star. Located in Destin, the original sunset and dolphin cruise has been featured on National Geographic Explorer and offers a unique perspective on the green Gulf of Mexico waters. Flowing alongside the white sandy beaches, it’s your best chance to see dolphins and…
Gator Beach
What’s in a name? A lot of teeth if you head east to Gator Beach! Aptly named, Gator Beach is certainly a beach, but it’s located within Fudpucker’s Restaurant in nearby Destin. Open at 11 a.m. daily, guests are invited to feed the gators and snap some photos while holding a live alligator. The…
Navarre Beach Weddings
Looking for a picture-perfect destination for a wedding or vow renewal? Navarre Beach offers the quintessential beach celebration without the crowds seen at many other tropical locations. There’s also plenty of options for full wedding planning and a la carte options, so you’ll get the VIP service for everything from centerpieces and bouquets to…
Marine Sanctuary and Artificial Reef
There’s no better place to really immerse yourself in the local wildlife beauty than at this stunning sanctuary. Explore the gulf-side of an artificial reef system aboard a clear bottom kayak for just $15 per person, which is the suggested donation. Next up, head to the Turtle Center for a Turtle Trek including an…
Natural Treasures
On the Florida side of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, you’ll find a bevy of historical destinations and some of the most incredible beaches in the country. Pack a picnic, and spend the afternoon sunbathing, or explore one of the many trails and forts inside the park. It doesn’t matter if you’re at Navarre…
Navarre Beach Marine Park
Also known as “Florida’s Playground,” Marine Park is often the first destination for visitors of Navarre Beach. The new marine park combines education with excitement so titillating you can just dive right in—literally! It’s also the connecting point between the Gulf of Mexico and Santa Rosa Sound with activities below and above sea level….
Set Sail on the Emerald Ghost Charter
One of the top fishing charters in the Navarre Beach area is Emerald Ghost Charter, which draws fishermen and women of all ages and abilities from around Florida—and the world! They specialize in light-tackle inshore and near shore fishing around the Northwestern Florida area where you can get the best views of the Emerald…
Fourth of July on the Beach
The community of Navarre Beach hosts a fireworks show spectacular every July Fourth that you shouldn’t miss! The best views are on the beach and the show kicks off at dusk. Every year, the city outdoes itself and offers a high quality, long-lasting show with the sparks and colors reflected off the ocean waters. It’s…
June Events
Navarre Night at the Pensacola Blue Wahoos’ Game takes place June 13 at 5:30pm. This “night at the ballpark” continues on June 14 at 6:30pm when the Wahoos take on the Montgomery Biscuits. Navarre Nights are a summer events the locals look forward to all year, and one that brings tourists to town from around…