Private 5-hour guided scalloping trip with snorkel gear included
5 hours
Up to 6 people
Captain, guide, snorkel gear
Search Crystal River sea grass beds for scallops on a private boat trip with an in-water guide and captain. You snorkel, spot scallops, and collect them in your bag during this 5-hour swimming adventure.
This trip is seasonal: July 1 to September 24. Bring a small Ziplock bag for scallop meat after the trip and your own bags and coolers to transport scallops home.
All reservations are charged at booking. Change or cancel for a full refund with at least 1 week notice before the experience start.
Bring a bathing suit, towel, sunblock, water, snacks or refreshments you like, and a small Ziplock bag for scallop meat after the trip.
You get fins, masks, snorkels, in-water bags, a required diver-down marker flag, a cooler with ice, water, and an experienced in-water guide and captain with the boat.
Use the provided bags and cooler with ice during the trip, then bring your own bags and coolers to transport your scallops home after you return to the shop.
2380 North Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River Florida.
The guides here seem to genuinely care about delivering a great experience, and names like Juan, Dakota, Leah, Ralph, and Jason come up repeatedly in glowing reviews. Manatee tours are the clear highlight, with guides going out of their way to track down wildlife even in off-peak seasons. Beyond manatees, guests regularly spot dolphins, gators, and bald eagles. The dive offerings, including Rainbow River and Blue Grotto trips, also draw strong praise for knowledgeable, hands-on guides. One reviewer did note some friction with communication before arrival, finding it hard to reach a live person and running into some booking confusion. That seems to be the exception rather than a pattern, as the on-the-water experience consistently earns high marks. If you have specific questions before booking, it may be worth being persistent to get a human on the line. For families, nature lovers, or divers looking to explore Florida's freshwater springs and wildlife, this outfit delivers the kind of thoughtful, personable experience that turns a good trip into a memorable one.
Great people work here. They made sure everyone saw a manatee!
voicesofreasonneeded
May 22, 2026
Great people work here. They made sure everyone saw a manatee!
voicesofreasonneeded
May 22, 2026