“Buccaneer Pirate Ship takes to the seas from HarborWalk Village Marina,
Destin, Florida. Embark on the adventure of a lifetime upon the pristine
waters of the Emerald Coast. Come one, come all and discover the hidden
treasures of bygone days. You’ll enjoy the entertainment and interaction;
adventure and excitement for the young and young at heart, beginning to
end. Unlock the treasure of your heart and let your dreams come true!”
-Destin’s Buccaneer Pirate Cruise
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I’m guessing you’ve traveled by foot, bike, car, and plane, but have you ever traveled by pirate ship? Even better, a pirate ship with ‘real’ pirates?? We have and it was an adventure my mateys won’t soon forget.
Driving through Destin on our way home from a family reunion vacation in Florida, the massive Buccaneer Pirate Ship was actually hard to see behind the Harborwalk Village activity. However, once we rounded the corner, my 10 year old’s eyes widen as he looked back and forth from me to the ship. Surprise! We’re going to be pirates today on Destin’s Buccaneer Pirate Cruise!
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Your family can be pirates for the day too! Below, we answer questions you are sure to have before you go:
How long is the cruise?
Is it really a pirate ship?
What happens on board?
Will the kids enjoy it?
What is the best age?
Will the parents enjoy it?
What should we wear?
Are there bathrooms, snacks, etc on board?
How far in advance should I purchase tickets?
As we stepped on board, we were greeted with a pirate welcome by Captain Cannonball and his crew.
Is it a “real” pirate ship?
Is it a “real” pirate ship in the sense that it was used 100’s of years ago buy real pirates? Well, no. Is it a “real” pirate ship in the sense that it looks and feels like everything your child imagines a pirate ship would? Yes! This 100′ motor ship can hold up to 149 pirates on 3 levels.
What happens on board?
What happens on board? Well, a whole lot of pirate fun of course. After old salt, Captain Cannonball takes the wheel, there’s sword fighting, story telling, deck swabbing, water gun shooting, hula hooping, face painting, good ole’ plain noise making and….
..treasure hunting. Because, what pirate cruise is complete without??
Will the kids enjoy it? What’s the best age?
See above ^^^^^^^ Yes! The kids will love it! Kids and parents of all ages are sure to have a swashbuckling good time. That being said, kids 4 and up seemed to have the best experience. Remember, it’s 2 hours long. The younger often engaged, but quickly lost interest in the organized activity (especially in the storytelling). My 3 year old did exactly that. However, she found plenty to explore when her interest strayed. Most of the kids were younger, but I think the older got the most out of it. My 10 year old loved the experience and decided right then and there he would be Jack Sparrow for Halloween this year.
Will the parents enjoy it?
Parents, grandparents, adults in general will have a great time also. The cruise is geared toward the kids, but adults are encouraged (and sometimes chosen) to get in on the fun.
What should we wear?
Wear what’s casual, cool and comfortable. Unless of course you have a pirate fairy costume or other pirate garb on hand. In that case, put on your best pirate before you head out.
Are there bathrooms, snacks, etc on board?
HEAD! (That’s pirate talk for a toilet on board the ship). There are bathrooms on board. The women’s has an infant changing table. The men’s does not. Snacks, drinks (including adult drinks) and souvenirs are also on board. You can even get a real coconut to drink from! The day we cruised, it was HOT! Ice water was provided upon request at no cost. I assume this is the norm.
How far in advance should I purchase tickets?
The website suggests: “We highly suggest making reservations about 48 hours in advance and secure seats with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover to ensure availability for the cruise time of your choice.” This seems like a good suggestion. We visited mid July (their busy season) and on a Weds, there were only a few tickets left for a Saturday cruise.
Our overall opinion is: Yo-ho-ho! It’s a win! Destin’s Buccaneer Pirate Cruise is a guaranteed good time and a must do in Destin.
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Disclosure: The writer’s family received media passes to experience Buccaneer Pirate Cruise. As always, all opinions expressed above are those of the writer and are in no way influenced by companies or brands mentioned within. Post and page may contain affiliate links and advertising. Thank you for clicking through them! It helps keep 4 The Love Of Family here for you 
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