5-Hour Scalloping Charter in Crystal River
Snorkel Gulf seagrass beds and collect scallops with a guide
Duration
5 hrs
Ideal For
2 to 6 people
Includes
Snorkeling gear, guide, photos
Highlights
Explore Gulf seagrass beds in search of scallops on a private outing from Crystal River. Snorkel at the surface, dive down to collect scallops, and return with your catch.
- Search seagrass beds for scallops in the Gulf
- Snorkel along the surface while looking for scallops below
- Dive down to collect scallops in your bag
- Keep up to 2 gallons per person, subject to a 10-gallon vessel limit
- Pack lunch, snacks, and drinks for the onboard cooler
What's Included
- Mask, snorkel, and fins
- Scallop bags
- Bottled water
- Coolers with ice
- Fresh water rinse
- Fishing license
- USCG-licensed master captain
- In-water guide and photographer
- Photo package
Important details
- Scalloping requires some swimming and is a moderately physical activity
- Children ages 6 and under must wear a USCG-approved life jacket while the vessel is moving
- The vessel is wheelchair and stroller accessible, but participating in scalloping requires swimming
- A $10 parking fee is not included in the listed price and is collected on arrival; parking is first come, first served
- Alcohol is allowed only for ages 21+
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with at least 72 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged in full.
FAQs
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, food and drinks, towels, a hat, sunglasses, and flip-flops, Crocs, or boat shoes. You may also bring a small personal cooler.
The crew aims to clean scallops on the ride back, but may not finish all of them if the catch is large. Learn how to clean any remaining scallops yourself, or use marina scallop shuckers for a fee.
Meeting details
Ms Fins Oarhouse Marina, 2130 South Waterman Drive, Crystal River, FL 34429
