We LOVED our Sunset Private Dolphin Cruise !! Captain Matt was amazing and so fun. Would 10/10…read morerecommend if you're on the fence about booking.

We had the absolute BEST time on the Jolly Sailing & Dolphin Cruise!! I serve at a hotel restaurant…read moreon Pensacola Beach, and I can honestly say I will be recommending this to every single guest from here on out--it was THAT good. Mary was our tour guide, and she was truly something special. I wish I remembered the captain's name because he was so kind and welcoming too, but Mary completely made the experience unforgettable. She went out of her way to connect with every single group and person on the boat, and especially the kids. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it shows in every little interaction. My son is 3 and usually stays to himself, but Mary picked him up, let him ring the bell, and everyone cheered for him--it was such a special moment that I'll never forget. As a mom, that meant everything* to me. The whole experience was so fun and interactive--we were waving or dancing every time we passed another boat, laughing nonstop, and just genuinely enjoying every second. The vibe from start to finish was so light, happy, and comfortable. The boat itself was super nice & spacious with comfortable seating, plus you could see everything from every angle, which made it easy to catch every encounter! Pro-Tip: come prepared with your best dolphin puns and your "dolphin call" because they WILL put you to the test This was hands down one of the best experiences we've had on Pensacola Beach. We will definitely be back, and I truly can't recommend it enough!!

We had a great experience on our sunset dolphin cruise. It took us a bit to find them but when we…read moredid it was worth it. The boat crew were great!! They were funny and made sure everyone onboard had a good time. I would use them again!

Very disappointed, boarded the boat that I was reserved with, then was told that it was a private…read moreBooking. The Thompson's . They went out but we did not on the back up boat. We went upstairs to have dinner at Shaggy's and that was even more disappointing. Skies cleared and it was obvious that the private boat was more important . Stopped here on purpose for the great revues. Makes me so sad. Please do better! We live close enough and are asked for recommendations . I understand that safety is imperative. But when other ships sailed and we didn't.......

Very friendly and helpful, prompt service. They topped off our cooler with ice and loaded our…read moresupplies on the boat. Guided us out and back in so we didn't have to be concerned with docking. A great experience!

The kids that run the place are great, but the boat wasn't nice. I even asked the kid if there was…read moreanother boat available but he said there wasn't. I was taking two ladies out for the afternoon and the seats were repaired by duct tape and pretty moldy. They were one of the lessor expensive rentals on the beach, I guess we know why.

(May 22, 2024) I highly recommend this 2 hours dolphin and…read morebay cruise excursion. If you're staying on Pensacola Beach, it's a super easy drive and park situation. Park near Felix's restaurant and enter downstairs under Felix's. There is a little ramp that takes you to the bay side where you catch the boat. No signs mark the area, but you will see others waiting in the area. These are most likely your fellow boaters. They suggest you arrive 45 minutes prior to departure. Our tour was scheduled for 10:00 AM; we arrived at 9:20 AM. The wait is easy with the beautiful scenery are lovely breeze. There are tables and chairs to sit at while waiting. The boat came out of the bay to get us, so don't be surprised if you don't see a boat when you first arrive. You will walk in the sand for a short distance before taking the pier to get onto the boat. A gentleman will take your last name that you made the reservations under, so you don't need tickets to show the reservation. The guys can help you on the boat if needed. The boat is a double decker. The lower area is shaded with large 3-3-1/2' port type widows which are open for a great breeze and maximum viewing. The captain will briefly go over safety instructions and what to do in case of an emergency. This is standard procedure on any chartered vessel. Don't be late! We had a group of 4 board at the last minute so all the instructions they missed had to be restated. Very annoying and rude, so don't be THAT person/group. You must stay seated while leaving the pier, but after you leave, you are free to roam the vessel. All seats are around the perimeter of the boat and each side of the boat has 7 windows. There's plenty of room for viewing. The captain does a great job of turning the boat so everyone gets to see the dolphins no matter which side you are seated. They sell canned sodas, bottles water and chips; no alcohol. There are plenty of grab bars to steady yourself once the boat gets going. It was a very smooth ride. Even when fishing boats went by us and created wake, we didn't feel much at all. I don't think anyone would have trouble with sea sickness. There is plenty of room for strollers, adult walkers, etc. No restrictions on purses. Several people had diaper bags for the kids and backpacks. There is a restroom onboard. We saw several pods of dolphin. It was a so neat how they come very close to the boat. Dylan/Dillion, of the boat hands, was so good at engaging with our group. Though he is young (born in 2001), he has been in Pensacola all his life and is very knowledgeable about the dolphins and the history of Pensacola. He was a pleasure to meet. After the dolphin viewing we took a cruise around the entire bay. We saw Ft. Pickens, the haunted lighthouse, million dollar homes, the military base area and so much more. I wasn't expecting the cruise to be as much fun as the dolphin viewing. They played reggae music while we cruised. I'm so glad we decided to do this tour! We were returned to the same area we left originally. For only $30 (plus taxes/fees and not including cancellation insurance you can add), this was a great deal! The vessel staff work for tips, so please remember to take care of them.

Great Experience. Little confusing finding the dock where we board. Had a great time. Saw plenty of…read moredolphins. Crew were super laid back and chil. I would recommend.

So much fun!!!! Emily, Lucas, and Philip were the best! Will definitely recommend to friends!read more

Probably one of the most unprofessional environments I have ever seen. The three employees working…read morecould care less about the experience of their customers or even their safety. A couple in our group flipped over and they had to get another group to paddle in and tell the employees before they noticed. Once they were notified, it was apparent that they did not have a plan of action and were frantic. Everyone in our group left early and didn't want to stay the whole time.

We booked a fishing trip with total Package 6-22-21 and these guys are really good at what they do…read more Jeremy was an excellent deckhand and helped keep us fishing. We caught our limits of some really nice Red Snapper in a short period of time. I will certainly use these guys again.

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about Captain Kirk and his incredible Condor 40 trimaran,…read more*Dare II*! We took our three girls (ages 3 to 8) on a dolphin tour with Condor Sailing Adventures, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip and one of the best family experiences we've had. I'll admit, as parents, we were a little nervous when we saw the "don't get seasick" disclaimer. I mean... seasickness isn't exactly something you choose. But Captain Kirk and *Dare II* put those worries to rest immediately. This boat is basically the Ferrari of the ocean. It's unbelievably smooth and stable. Even our youngest stayed happy the entire time, laughing, pointing out dolphins, and having zero tummy troubles. I've never experienced anything quite like the way *Dare II* glides across the water. Captain Kirk was fantastic--knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely wonderful with kids. He made the whole experience feel personal, relaxed, and fun while making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. We saw so many dolphins up close, and the small group size made it feel special instead of crowded and touristy. And then came the surprise that absolutely made our girls' day. At the end of the tour, Captain Kirk let each of them take a turn at the helm and "drive" this Ferrari of a boat (with his close supervision, of course). Their faces lit up like it was Christmas morning. Watching them steer *Dare II* was the perfect ending to an already magical day. If you're looking for a truly special, family-friendly experience in the Pensacola/Gulf Breeze area, this is it. Captain Kirk and *Dare II* are in a league of their own, and we're already talking about when we can come back.

Such an amazing time with Captain Kirk! He is very knowledgeable about his beautiful boat and the…read morePensacola area. Highly recommend!!

Austin was extremely patient with our 9 and 13 year old grandchildren! He explained what they…read moreneeded to do to reel them in! Isaiah was also great and he did a lot of work! They both helped us all have fun!! We just wanted to catch and release them, so they knew a perfect place to have a memorable day catching sharks.

We found Captain Kenny with Panhandle Charters about 8 years ago and he is the only charter service…read morewe will use. We took a party of 6 to fish for Snapper and, as always, he didn't disappoint! I tell everyone this is the best time money can buy! There is no comparison. Captain Kenny is professional, fun, and entertaining!

Great trip with a great captain (Tyler). We were looking to pull on some big fish and that's…read moreexactly what he got us into. Highly recommend this group!

I really hate to write this review because I've chartered a few times with Hot Spots over the past…read morefew years but today, I encountered one of the rudest guys and was really blown away by his attitude. I had a 6 hour private charter scheduled for me and my son for the 28th of this month. We come down for the PG World Series each year and close out our ball games with a fishing trip so as a mom, I plan ahead and booked this trip about a month or so ago. Because of all the rain forecasted, we decided to cancel this charter and take a trip to Tamarindo in July. I called to cancel the charter today, 9 days in advance and the guy laughed numerous times and said "that's 10 days away, but ok." I let him know I was well aware of the timeline and that we didn't want to take a chance on the rain. The possibility of storms was part of the reason but I also decided to just take a trip to Tamarindo and fish instead. The trip to Costa rica is 5 days and only $1700 more and we get a 10 hour fishing day so I thought it would be a cool experience for my son since he's already gone out with Hot Spots several times, this would be a little different. This review is based solely on the poor & rude service of the kid I spoke to today. I have had great experiences in the past but they were with Cash & Jason.

A a fun experience while visiting our daughter in Pensacola. We booked Chase N Fins through Viator…read morewhich was not only a great deal, but easy to navigate. Directions were well explained and once arrived and parked in their lot we walked over to check in. Misty and Alex were wonderful guides and so fun! We saw quite a few dolphins and were lucky to enjoy the weather before the rain came in. Knowledgeable and entertaining from start to finish! I highly recommend! They made us all feel welcome and part of the fun!

We booked a Blue Angels practice excursion. The co-captains put us on a pod of dolphins in route…read moreto the naval base for a nice bonus. They parked the boat near the lighthouse. The captains called every maneuver, pointed where to look, and kept the boat in perfect position. They even had Top Gun sound track playing. Experience of a lifetime.