
Spot wild dolphins and coastal wildlife on a 2-hour cruise with shaded seating and a licensed captain.
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2 Hours
Up to 6 people
Licensed captain, Bottled water
Explore Pensacola Bay and Santa Rosa Sound on a guided tritoon powerboat cruise in search of wild bottlenose dolphins and coastal wildlife. Enjoy shaded seating, a restroom on board, and views of landmarks like Fort Pickens, NAS Pensacola, and the Pensacola Lighthouse.
Each boat carries up to 6 guests. Semi-private cruises require a minimum of 4 passengers; no minimum on private trips. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; boats are not wheelchair accessible.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours or more in advance of the trip in order to receive a full refund. Cruises cancelled due to weather or conditions per the Captain's discretion will be rescheduled or fully refunded.
We cruise in the protected waters of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Bay, and most guests do not experience seasickness.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. It often feels cooler on the water; jackets are recommended in cooler months.
Guests 21+ may bring beverages. Please bring cans instead of glass; a bottle of wine is acceptable with plastic cups. Small coolers are allowed.
655 Pensacola Beach Blvd., Pensacola Beach, FL 325661
Dolphin sightings are practically guaranteed here, and you'll likely leave having seen plenty up close. The crew consistently gets praised for being knowledgeable and fun, sharing interesting facts about the marine life throughout the tour. Captain Roger and Matt seem to be frequent favorites, along with Mary and Captain Carson, and Paul also gets enthusiastic shoutouts. The boat is comfortable, and as a bonus, you might catch other sights like sea turtles or even the Blue Angels during your cruise. The atmosphere is educational without being dry, and the guides clearly love what they do. One reviewer felt the crew tried a bit too hard with commentary, but the overwhelming majority appreciate the engaging, informative approach. The sunset stop adds a nice touch to the experience. With smooth rides and reasonable pricing, this tour delivers exactly what it promises: a relaxed, enjoyable time on the water with dolphins and a crew that genuinely makes the trip memorable.
What an incredible cruise ride! The Jolly Sailing company shared great info about dolphins and took the cruise around to many places to find dolphins. Everyone was very enjoyable, we had a great time!
Samantha Smith
April 4, 2026
What an incredible cruise ride! The Jolly Sailing company shared great info about dolphins and took the cruise around to many places to find dolphins. Everyone was very enjoyable, we had a great time!
Samantha Smith
April 4, 2026