Women-owned Frisky Mermaid is steered by hospitality veterans Dee and Steve Holcomb, who bring five decades of guest-focused expertise from land to the sparkling waters of Pensacola Beach. Their all tri-toon fleet carries you to p...
With a perfect track record across thousands of reviews, this Pensacola operation consistently delivers memorable experiences on the water. Guests rave about frequent dolphin sightings, including playful pods that swim alongside the boat and occasionally adorable babies showing off. The Blue Angels viewing cruises are particularly popular, offering spectacular vantage points with the bonus of hearing actual radio transmissions between pilots during practice runs. The crew stands out as a major highlight. Captains like Steve, Ally, and MJ receive repeated praise for their knowledge, navigation skills, and entertaining commentary. Several reviewers specifically mention MJ's corny humor adding genuine fun to the journey, while others appreciate how the staff makes everyone feel comfortable from boarding through docking. The smooth rides, relaxed atmosphere, and stunning coastal views round out what many describe as one of their best vacation activities. Groups of all sizes seem to have equally great experiences, with many vowing to return on future trips to the area.
We celebrated our 24 year anniversary on an evening cruise and the captain and Mary our deckhand were amazing. The cruise was phenomenal. We were very lucky to have seen several pods of dolphins. The crew really knows so much about these amazing creatures. They shared with joy and laughter and made the experience perfect!!!
Jeremy Bauer
September 23, 2025
We celebrated our 24 year anniversary on an evening cruise and the captain and Mary our deckhand were amazing. The cruise was phenomenal. We were very lucky to have seen several pods of dolphins. The crew really knows so much about these amazing creatures. They shared with joy and laughter and made the experience perfect!!!
Jeremy Bauer
September 23, 2025