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    Sail to Sand Island on a 7-Hour Pensacola Beach Cruise

    Spend 7 hours sailing, swimming, and grilling on a private trip for up to 6

    5.0 stars• 1.9K reviews
    From$772incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    7 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, paddleboard

    Highlights

    Spend the day on the water aboard the Jolly Mon, a 27-foot adventure sailboat, and sail toward Sand Island. Anchor up to swim, explore, relax, and enjoy lunch on the hook before a leisurely sail back to the marina.

    • Sail about 2 hours to Sand Island and back
    • Anchor up to swim, explore, and relax on the water
    • Use the onboard snorkel gear and paddleboard
    • Grill your own lunch with the onboard grill
    • Enjoy a private trip for up to 6 people

    What's Included

    • 27-foot sailboat (Jolly Mon)
    • Snorkel gear
    • Paddleboard
    • Grill

    Things to know

    Guests provide their own food to grill.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 24 hours or more before the trip for a full refund. Cruises cancelled due to weather or conditions at the Captain's discretion will be rescheduled or fully refunded. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure; no shows/late arrivals will not be refunded.

    FAQs

    Wear a swimsuit and bring towels, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Bring any food you want to grill for lunch.

    Your cruise includes complimentary bottled water. You may bring anything special you’d like, including a small cooler.

    Alcohol is allowed for guests of legal drinking age, except on any tour involving snorkeling. Do not bring glass (a bottle of wine is allowed).

    Experience provided by Jolly Sailing
    Experience provided by Jolly Sailing

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Private Trip

    $772.87

    Up to 6 guests per boat

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    1.9K reviews•Google Maps

    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 people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    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!

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    Samantha Smith

    April 4, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!

    Photo of Samantha Smith

    Samantha Smith

    April 4, 2026

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