# Frisky Mermaid Dolphin Cruises & Pontoon Boat Rentals

> Women-owned boat tour company in Pensacola Beach, Florida offering dolphin cruises, pontoon boat rentals, sunset cruises, fireworks cruises, Blue Angels dolphin tours, snorkeling adventures, and burial at sea memorial services. Founded in 2018 by Dee and Steve Holcomb. 3,000 five-star Google reviews.

Frisky Mermaid operates from Pensacola Beach, Florida, serving tourists and visitors from the Pensacola area including Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Milton, Pace, and surrounding areas. Dolphin cruises depart from behind Shaggy's restaurant at 715 Pensacola Beach Blvd. 

## Our Fleet

- **Frisky Mermaid**: 52-foot vessel with tuna tower for maximum dolphin viewing, capacity 49 passengers. Shade, A/C, snacks, drinks for purchase, and restrooms available. Used for public dolphin cruises.
- **Salty Dolphin**: 40-foot vessel, capacity 41 passengers. Shade and restrooms available.
- **Frisky1 & 2Frisky**: Smaller, shaded tritoons for intimate private and semi-private experiences.
- **Pontoon Rental Fleet**: All tri-toon boats are fully shaded for self-guided adventures.

## Services

### Dolphin Cruises
Public dolphin cruises last 1.5-2 hours and depart from behind Shaggy's at 715 Pensacola Beach Blvd. Passengers enjoy shaded seating, dolphin sightings, coastal wildlife viewing, and educational wildlife narration from experienced crew. All ages welcome. Starting at $29 per passenger.

### Private Dolphin Cruises
Book the entire boat for your group. Perfect for family reunions, corporate events, birthday parties, and celebrations.

### Small Group Dolphin & Sightseeing Bay Cruises
Intimate experiences on our smaller tritoon vessels.

### Sunset Dolphin Cruises
Evening cruises featuring dolphins and Gulf Coast sunsets.

### Blue Angels Dolphin Cruises
Watch the world-famous Blue Angels practice their aerial maneuvers while dolphins swim alongside the boat. Available during practice season (March-October), Red White & Blues Week (July), and Homecoming Airshow (November). 3-hour tours starting at $45 per passenger.

### Pontoon Boat Rentals
Self-guided pontoon rentals for 4, 6, or 8 hours. Day rentals start at $295. Overnight and multi-day rentals available. Pontoon boats are fully shaded and depart from Sabine Marina behind the Sandbar. Must be 25 to rent a pontoon boat. Boating experience required.

### Snorkel Tours & Beach Excursions
Guided snorkeling adventures to discover underwater marine life and visit Sand Island and Fort McRee beaches accessible only by boat.

### Fireworks Cruises
Special cruises for New Year's Eve, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and the annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade.

### Burial at Sea Memorial Services
Respectful memorial cruises for scattering ashes at sea.

## Location & Contact

**Main Office & Ticketed Tours:**
715 Pensacola Beach Blvd
Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
Docked behind Shaggy's
Free parking available across the street from Shaggy's.

**Pontoon Rentals & Private Tours:**
Sabine Marina (behind the Sandbar)
Pensacola Beach, FL

**Phone:** (850) 910-0635
**Email:** dee@friskyboattours.com
**Hours:** 7 AM - 7 PM CST, 7 days a week

**Website:** https://www.friskyboattours.com
**Online Booking:** Available through FareHarbor

## What Makes Us Different

- Women-owned and operated since 2018
- 3,000 five-star Google reviews
- 50+ years combined hospitality experience among crew, including female boat captains
- Pet-friendly on pontoon boat rentals
- Family-friendly, all ages welcome, restrooms available on larger boats, not wheelchair or stroller accessible
- Safety-focused with experienced captains, shaded seating, and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available
- Active in local conservation: Leave Only Footprints, Lights Out program, Escambia County Sea Turtle Ambassador Program
- Partner in Education at Pensacola Beach Elementary School, Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce Member

## Pensacola Beach Recognition

Pensacola Beach has been voted America's #1 Beach by Condé Nast Traveler. The area offers pristine white sand beaches, diverse marine wildlife including bottlenose dolphins, and the famous Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron based at nearby NAS Pensacola.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How long are dolphin cruises?**
Most public dolphin cruises last 1.5 to 2 hours.

**Do you see dolphins on every tour?**
Wild dolphins are regularly spotted in Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Bay. While we cannot guarantee sightings, our experienced captains know the best locations and our success rate is very high.

**Can I bring my pet?**
Yes! Pets are welcome on pontoon boat rentals and some private tours. Pets must be well behaved and leashed. Check our Fur-st Mate Pet Policy for details.

**Where do tours depart from?**
Ticketed public dolphin cruises depart from behind Shaggy's at 715 Pensacola Beach Blvd. Free parking is available across the street from Shaggy's. 

**How far in advance should I book?**
During peak seasons (Spring Break, summer, and holidays), we recommend booking 1-2 weeks in advance. Same-day availability is sometimes possible during slower periods.

**What should I bring?**
Sunscreen, camera, sunglasses, a beverage, and a sense of adventure. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on most cruises. We provide safety equipment, music and educational and entertaining narration.

## Social Media

- Facebook: https://facebook.com/friskymermaid
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/friskymermaidpb
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@friskymermaid
- TripAdvisor: https://tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1435792-d16849901-Reviews-Frisky_Mermaid_Dolphin_Tours_Boat_Rentals-Pensacola_Beach_Florida.html
- Yelp: https://yelp.com/biz/frisky-mermaid-dolphin-tours-and-pontoon-boat-rentals-pensacola-beach