Staff Answer
Jun 28, 2026 - 08:27 PM
Most sunset cruises in Destin depart between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM, depending on the time of year. The departure time changes throughout the season so that you are on the water during the best part of the sunset instead of after it is already over. During the summer, when the sun sets later, most cruises leave around 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM. In the spring and fall, departures are often closer to 5:30 PM or 6:00 PM because the sun goes down earlier. I recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before departure so you have time to park, check in, and board without feeling rushed. If you are booking a private sunset charter, you may have a little more flexibility and can sometimes adjust your departure time with the captain.
