About Us
Frisky Mermaid Dolphin Cruises & Boat Rentals is a woman-owned boat tour and pontoon rental company in Pensacola Beach, Florida. Founded in 2018 by Deandra and Steve Holcomb, who bring over 50 years of combined hospitality experience from land to water-because you deserve five-star service with a splash of mermaid magic.
What We Offer: The BEST Dolphin Tours & Pontoon Boat Rentals in Pensacola Beach!
Looking for the best dolphin cruise near Pensacola and Pensacola Beach? Want to rent a pontoon boat for a day on the water? Frisky Mermaid has you covered. We specialize in creating mermazing water adventures for everyone-from romantic sunset cruises for two to family-friendly dolphin watching tours and group excursions for up to 49 guests.
We’re proud to be the only all-tritoon rental fleet in Pensacola Beach. Every vessel in our fleet is professionally maintained daily, ensuring your safety and fun are never left to chance. When it’s time for sun rays and boat days, choose from:
- Guided dolphin watching tours (ticketed and private options)
- Sunset cruises with cotton candy skies and dolphin sightings
- Blue Angels dolphin cruises
- Private charters for couples, families, and groups
- Self-guided pontoon and tritoon boat rentals by the hour or day
Why Choose Frisky Mermaid?
At Frisky Mermaid, customer service isn’t just a policy-it’s the heart of everything we do. Our hospitality-first approach means you’ll feel like part of our pod from the moment you book until you’re back on the dock with a lifetime of memories. We’re flexible, value-focused, and obsessed with making your experience fin-tastic.
Committed to Conservation: Our Environmental Initiatives
We love the Gulf Coast, and we’re dedicated to protecting it. Frisky Mermaid proudly participates in:
- The Dolphin SMART Program – Responsible dolphin viewing practices
- Escambia County Sea Turtle Ambassador Program – Sea turtle conservation advocacy
- “Leave Only Footprints” Initiative – Minimal environmental impact
- “Lights Out” Sea Turtle Initiative – Protecting nesting habitats
What Our Guests Say
Don’t just take our word for it-our guests share their adventures on TripAdvisor and Google. We are proud to have a 5 star rating with our customers! We encourage every visitor to leave a review because your feedback helps other travelers plan their perfect Pensacola Beach experience. Your stories inspire us to keep making waves!
Book Your Mermazing Adventure Today
Ready to explore Pensacola Beach by water? Book online at friskyboattours.com and get ready for dolphins, sunsets, and sea-sational memories.
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Shell yeah-see you on the sea! ☮️💌🧜♀️
Deandra & Steve Holcomb Hospitality Professionals
Owners of Friskyboattours.com
ABOUT US:
Deandra (Dee) & Steve Holcomb · Hospitality Professionals
Deandra’s background began in New Orleans, LA after obtaining a B.A. in Liberal Arts, with a focus on Public Relations and a double minor in Marketing and English. She started selling private charters on a Mississippi River Boat and then moved into hotels as a Director of Catering and has also held Director of Sales & Marketing, Director of Catering and Convention Services and Director of Corporations. She is a Past Chair of Visit Pensacola’s Board of Directors and currently sits on the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, serving as Treasurer.
Steve entered into the hospitality industry after completing a Hospitality Degree in Kansas City, KS. His career began in Overland Park, KS first as a Front Desk Manager for the next nine years in various hotel departments then becoming a Hotel General Manager in several markets and Regional Director of Operations until 2018.
One or both Deandra and Steve have held the above positions in the following cities (including, but not limited to): Overland Park, KS, Syracuse, NY, Dallas, TX, New Orleans, LA, San Diego, CA, Denver, CO and Little Rock, AR before moving permanently to the Pensacola Beach area, their FLOR-EVER home.
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