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You will have a mer-mazing time on this 1 1/2 - 2 hour dolphin cruise aboard the Frisky Mermaid. Cruise through the waters around Pensacola Beach searching for dolphins and other marine and wildlife. Your USCG Captain & Mermaid Crew will give you some FINtastic facts and point out areas of interest along the way. Want to beat the heat and the crowds? When is the best time to see dolphins? Early morning when the waters are calmer and it is easier to spot wildlife. Or, finish off your day and wind down with us while you enjoy one of our magical sunset dolphin cruises. FUN for all ages!
MAKE SURE TO VIEW DETAILS ON YOUR TICKET - every passenger 1 day - 100 years old require a ticket.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
️️EVERY PERSON (1 DAY - 100+ YEARS OLD) NEEDS A TICKET
️DO NOT PARK in Shaggy's parking lot, you will be towed. ALLOW EXTRA TIME, you should be behind Shaggy's 30 min prior to departure. There is public parking across the street on the sound side, use crosswalk, 735 Pensacola Beach Blvd. or at 3 Casino Beach boardwalk @ Casino Beach Public Parking Lot (Beach Ball Water Tower)
NO REFUNDS for late arrivals, or no shows.
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Restroom on board
No coolers allowed, food & bev available for purchase onboard.
No parking on site. Available at Casino Beach or across the street sound side.
Pets are not allowed on ticketed tours.
Pensacola Beach
Our Captain will make sure you have a mermazing experience searching the local waterways for dolphins and other marine and wildlife. Learn FUN FIN facts and checkout local sites on this approximately two hour scenic bay cruise.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
You will boat by areas of the Gulf Island National Seashore which tends to be a bird haven.
Duration: 2 hours: 1.5 HOUR TOUR UP TO 2 HOURS
Dolphin Boat: Boat is equipped with a restroom onboard, shaded areas as well as an interior cabin.
FOOD & BEVERAGE: Sodas, water, snacks and Mermaid Merchandise available onboard for sale. No coolers allowed.
Watch the US Navy Blue Angels : Search for dolphins and other marine and wildlife
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587 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Abby H,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had the best time! The ladies on board made our experience so much fun. We saw a bunch of dolphins and learned a lot. I would highly recommend the Frisky Mermaid tours!






Bruce F,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
Crew was fun knowledgeable and entertaining made the whole experience something we will return and do again
Debbie O,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
Captain and crew were great and interactive. Talked about the homes we saw and educated us about the dolphins. Saw LOTS of dolphins!
AKAJamie1,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Well we WANTED to do this cruise and had signed up for a 9:30am cruise. The night before, we got a text that said that there weren’t enough people and could we change it to 4:30pm. We responded that that wouldn’t work. The response was offering 11:30. So we said okay and then evidently there weren’t enough people for that time and our money was refunded. Kinda of a funky way to do business and we never got to go on the cruise.
Bill L,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
We took the 9:30 frisky mermaid tour the crew was so knowledgeable they knew everything about the dolphins plus we got to see the Blue Angels practice it was one of the best things we've done. You won't go wrong with 9:30 frisky mermaid dolphin tour.
Jerome B,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
The boat was well maintained and the crew excellent. Parking was near by and free but limited. Location was accessible but you have to climb 4 to 5 steps to get on boat and if you want to go up front there are steps. There is a bathroom, snack bar and small gift shop on board. There are covered areas on board but it is mostly open air. They offer many tours, so pick your fancy. We did a dolphin cruise. Dolphins are wild animals so with any wild animal you must look for them. The ride and the barría tube while looking was fantastic. We got to meet Carl, the seagull who you can hand feed goldfish crackers. Such a fun experience!! We did find dolphins both young and old. It was a fantastic trip I would highly recommend.




andyvN286CL,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
What a real treat! We got the opportunity to not just see dolphins but we got to see them in full play, dancing and jumping. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience with these beautiful, intelligent, and curious creatures. From feeding Carl the "bay-gull" to enjoying the dolphin spotting experience it was an enjoyable experience for the hole family. Thank you for wonderful experience of witnessing nature up close. I highly recommend Frisky Boat Tours for a real treat! Crew was super hospitable and it made the trip so much more fun! Thank you Captain Steve & Ally!





Lizatutor,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent experience. Informative and fun. We saw lots of dolphins (1:30 in the afternoon) and really enjoyed the whole trip. The captain and his mate were friendly and handled everything expertly. Easy check in. We left the dock on time and returned on time. Make sure you allow time to park across the street. There was plenty of room for the 25 or so people on our trip. Great value for the price. We will definitely bring the next relatives who visit us here in Pensacola.

APRILS625,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
What an amazing experience! The dolphins were out to play, the sunset was amazing, and Aly & the captain were wonderful! I will definitely be doing this every year when I come to visit my family! 🐬










Donald T,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
We have done several dolphin tours when visiting Pensacola Beach.... this is by far THE BEST experience we have had. The crew knew where to go, our viewing experience was far beyond what we could have anticipated.



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