Scalloping Adventure: Crystal River Experience

Join our 5-hour Crystal River scalloping charter for a fun-filled adventure with expert guides, top-notch gear, and delicious scallop ceviche.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gulf of Mexico - Meet at Manatee Swim Center and embark on an underwater Easter egg hunt. We will travel out to the crystal bay where we will search the crystal clear waters for scallops. We will hit a spring on the way back into the marina to rinse off.
What's Included
  • Ice with cooler space
  • Towels
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Sunscreen, Hats, long Sleeve performance shirt
Additional Information

After many years of scalloping we have teamed up to perfect the art of Scalloping in Crystal River. You can expect a safe and fun tour with us. We start with the best equipment possible and follow up with fun and entertainment. One will be your personal DJ, Scallop hunter and last but not lease Chef. After a day in the sun looking for scallops we cap it…

Location
1610 SE Paradise Cir W
Southeast Paradise Circle West
We will meet at Manatee Swim Center Gift Shop located on the water behind the Port Hotel. We are located next to Waterfront Social Restaurant.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kenluette
Jul 8, 2025
Summer Scallop Success - Captain Paul and his right hand man Lucas delivered an unbelievable day filled with sun, fun, laughter, great music and tons of scallops. Our family of 3 was guided through the river on an immaculate boat with shade, supplies and lots of beautiful landscape. Our 11 year old was kept safe and had the time of her life. This will be an annual tradition for us for sure!
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Joanmarieallen
Jul 7, 2025
Best day ever - We had so much fun scalloping with Captain Jake and his son. They did all the work and we did all the scalloping. We caught our limit of ten gallons, enjoyed a scallop ceviche snack in the boat, had an incredible ride through the mangroves and took a quick swim in the springs before sadly returning to the dock. We hope to do this again next summer or return to swim with the manatees in the winter.
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T6684ytbobb
Jul 6, 2025
Great first experience scallopping - We had a great day on the water scalloping with Captain Dirty Mike and Mermaid Amanda. No worries. Just a great experience.
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Tylerwe3251ak
Jul 5, 2025
Best charter experience ever. - We took a trip with Captain John, on his boat and it was the best charter we have been on. We frequently charter when we travel, and we can say without a doubt the best chartering experience we have ever had. Himself and his mate were kind and courteous to our 3 year old daughter, then shared information along the way about mangroves, local buildings and made the experience one to remember. They put us on the scallops, helped my wife when she needed it and accommodated a toddler which is no easy feat and it was just another day in the office for them. I cannot stress enough how wonderful they made the whole trip for us. Once in the water they showed us the ropes of scalloping and let us get started. We always had someone watching us from the boat to ensure our safety from other boats. They shared information about the scallops we were catching, and even gave us a nice refreshing snack! They stopped at the springs for us to rinse the saltwater off of us which was greatly appreciated. I cannot stress how wonderful this trip was from beginning to end. 10/10 would recommend.
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860kims
Jul 5, 2025
Great scalloping day for our family - My family of 5 scalloped with Captain Paul and Captain Lucas today and had the best day! They were both great with the kids (11, 7, and 2.5) which allowed all of us to enjoy our time on the water. The scalloping was great this year, which made it even more fun! We came home with 7.5 gallons worth of scallops.
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Amberba3842pd
Jul 4, 2025
The best scalloping charter - Fabulous time scalloping with Captain Paul and First Mate Lucas! All around family fun for all ages and fabulous company!
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Abott4430
Sep 26, 2024
Such a great time on the water! - I belong to a group of real estate professionals. We had a meeting near Crystal River and decided to take a day and get out on the water. It was the best thing we could have done. Very professional and friendly guides took us out to the gulf to catch scallops. It was a very smooth ride out and back. Our guides made sure we knew what to do. They helped us in every way possible. And at the end of the your they took us to a spring where we could swim in fresh water and rinse off some salt water. I am bringing my family back to do the same trip with them.
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988nickr
Aug 31, 2024
Wouldn’t even consider somebody else! - It was our first time and could not have have had a better experience! Customer service is on a different level. I would rather not make the trip than to go with somebody else! Amazing with our kids (17 and 11) as well.
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Gabriela_p
Aug 28, 2024
Best day ever - Captain Jake and his co captain were so much fun. They reached out the day before to confirm and were very organized the day of. They know a lot about the nature in the area and shared fun facts. They taught us how to look for scallops and helped us find them in the water. We had the perfect day and even saw manatees and dolphins and an eagle. We got to swim in the springs on the way back while they made us a scallop ceviche taster
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Robau7125gu
Aug 15, 2024
Bad day to be a scallop - Incredible 2 days on the water with Capt Paul and Lucas! We've scalloped with them 3 years in a row and it's simply the best time.
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From $600 (Per Boat)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).