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Fishing in Homosassa

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Homosassa

Scalloping Trip

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25 ft 1 - 6 People $
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Fishing in Crystal River

Inshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Crystal River Scalloping Trip

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24 ft 1 - 6 People $
Fishing in Crystal River

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Crystal Coast Scalloping Adventure

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22 ft 1 - 6 People $
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Fishing in Crystal River

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Searching For Scallops

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24 ft 1 - 6 People $
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Fishing in Steinhatchee

Inshore Fishing Charter in Steinhatchee

Steinhatchee Scalloping Trip

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22 ft 1 - 6 People $
Fishing in Crystal River

Inshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Regular And VIP Scalloping Trips

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21 ft 1 - 6 People $

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Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
trip description for Scallop Hunting! in Crystal River

Embark on an unforgettable aquatic adventure with Captain Mark's 4-Hour Scalloping Trips in Crystal River! Dive into the crystal-clear waters and experience the thrill of scalloping like never before. Captain Mark, an expert seafarer and passionate guide, will lead you to the hidden treasures beneath the surface. As you sail along the stunning coastline, you'll be captivated by the beauty of Crystal River's pristine waters and lush surroundings. Once you reach the prime scalloping grounds, Captain Mark will provide you with top-of-the-line snorkeling gear, ensuring you have everything you need for an incredible underwater excursion. Dive into the vibrant ecosystem and witness the magic unfold as you encounter these captivating creatures in their natural habitat. Spotting the elusive scallops is a thrill in itself, and with Captain Mark's wealth of knowledge and expertise, you'll have the best chance of a successful scalloping experience. Whether you're a seasoned scalloper or a first-time adventurer, Captain Mark's 4-Hour Scalloping Trips cater to all skill levels. Learn the art of scalloping from the best, as Captain Mark shares his secrets and tips, making sure you have an enjoyable and rewarding experience. After an exciting day on the water, relax and soak up the sun on the comfortable deck of Captain Mark's boat, where you can swap stories and relish in the memories created. With the option to bring your own catch home, you can savor the flavors of Crystal River even after your trip ends. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of Crystal River with Captain Mark's 4-Hour Scalloping Trips. Book your adventure now and create memories that will last a lifetime! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Scallop Hunting!

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24 ft 1 - 6 People $
Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
trip description for Crystal Coast Scalloping in Crystal River

Spend the day with Captain Nick exploring the vast salt marshes around Crystal River as you enjoy the best scalloping the Gulf Coast has to offer! The shallow waters around Crystal River provide great opportunities to dive for these delicious shellfish and take home tasty table fare. Captain Nick provides snorkeling equipment and nets, bringing you to all his favorite spots. These low country waters also offer abundant opportunities to view all sorts of wildlife and many of Florida’s hidden treasures. On the day of your trip you’ll be heading out aboard Captain Nick's 21’ Sportsman center console. This beauty is powered by a 150 HP yamaha and is equipped with top of the line GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, and one big Ice Box. All equipment and licenses are provided for this trip! All you need to bring is sunglasses, food, drinks, and a smile. Get ready for a good time! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Crystal Coast Scalloping

100% (1)
21 ft 1 - 6 People $
Fishing in Ruskin
Fishing in Ruskin
Fishing in Ruskin
trip description for Scalloping Adventure - 24’ Skipjack in Ruskin

Spend the day diving and scalloping in the beautiful waters off of Mulberry, Florida on this trip with Captain Daryll! If you've visited Florida's beautiful Tampa Bay area, you know how much this region has to offer! Wildlife viewing, clear, calm water, great fishing, and scalloping are all open to you when you come to Mulberry. If you've never been scalloping before, it's easy to learn. Using a snorkel, you'll look for scallops from the surface, then dive down to grab them. Although scallops are bivalves like clams or oysters, they can actually swim (somewhat), so you have to be quick! Even so, this trip is great for kids, who get to swim around all day while hunting for scallops, which are also delicious to eat. You'll be aboard Captain Daryll's 24' Skipjack bay boat, which is an ideal boat for this area. She sports a 200-HP Suzuki engine, and has plenty of amenities to enhance your experience, including a wireless trolling motor, Simrad fishfinder, snorkeling equipment, and more. All you need to bring on this trip is plenty of sunscreen and a smile! Captain Daryll will supply everything else you need for a great day. Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Ruskin

Scalloping Adventure - 24’ Skipjack

100% (1)
24 ft 1 - 3 People $$
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Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
trip description for Crystal River Fishing & Scalloping in Crystal River

Head out with Captain Robert to explore the endless maze of beautiful mangroves, backcountry flats, and shallow-water honey holes that make Crystal River, and Florida's Nature Coast, the go-to destination for inshore fishing and especially scalloping adventures. The Gulf Coast of Florida is home to some of the best inshore fishing and scalloping in the country. This trip gives you the opportunity to kick back, relax and catch some awesome inshore species like Redfish, Snook, Trout. And Captain Robert is notorious for putting people on big specimens. After you've caught your fill with rod and reel, Captain Robert will take you back to his favorite grass flats to snorkel for delicious bay Scallops. His expansive knowledge and experience will surely let your dreams come true. Spend a full 8-hour day aboard Captain Robert’s 24’ SeaKing Skiff powered by one 200 HP Yamaha. Captain Robert’s rig is equipped with top-of-the-line GPS, Fishfinder, Safety Equipment, Live Bait Well, Cooler, and even a Wireless Trolling Motor to sneak right up on the fish without scaring them off! All snorkeling equipment, rods, reels, lures, and licenses are included, as is the cleaning and filleting of all your fish. Don't forget to bring your own food, drinks, sunscreen, and shades. Enjoy catching some of the tastiest inshore fish and diving for delicious Scallops. Captain Robert does not disappoint! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Crystal River Fishing & Scalloping

100% (1)
24 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
Fishing in Crystal River
trip description for Scalloping in Crystal River

Come enjoy Captain Jayson's underwater Easter egg hunt. Where you get to snorkel in the grass flats of the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. With Captain Jayson and crew you are sure to have the opportunity of a lifetime. We clean your catch and enjoy every moment planning your adventure from the first enter action till you get off the boat to go home and tell your friends and family about the adventure you had. Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Crystal River

Scalloping

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24 ft 1 - 6 People $
Fishing in Port St. Joe
Fishing in Port St. Joe
Fishing in Port St. Joe
trip description for Scallop Hunt - 25' Sportsman in Port St. Joe

Join Captain Taft on a Scallop-hunting trip in beautiful Port St. Joe, Florida! You'll be cruising aboard a 25' Sportsman center console, which is equipped with all the necessary gear and equipment for a comfortable Scallop trip. As you leave the marina and head out into the crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico, you'll be treated to stunning views of the coastline and the abundant marine life. Captain Taft will take you to the best spots for Scallops, and will provide expert instruction and guidance throughout the trip. You'll be amazed at the abundance of scallops in the area, and will have the chance to fill your bag with these delicious treats! Once you arrive at your destination, you'll don your water shoes and snorkel, and grab your net! Once you gather a bunch of Scallops, you can return to the dock to start cleaning them. These delicious shellfish are known for their sweet, tender meat, and are a favorite delicacy in Port St. Joe. Don't miss this exciting scallop hunting trip in Port St. Joe, Florida! Book your adventure today and get ready to hunt for delicious scallops. Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Port St. Joe

Scallop Hunt - 25' Sportsman

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25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Everything to Know About Booking a scallop fishing charter

What are the best scallop fishing charters?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 scallop trips, and the most popular trips are Scalloping Trip guided by Randall, Crystal River Scalloping Trip guided by Mike, and Crystal Coast Scalloping Adventure guided by Justin.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2577 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly scallop guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly scallop guides.

What types of scallop fishing charters are common?

Inshore fishing is the most popular for scallop as well as flats fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are scalloping, light tackle fishing, and bottom fishing but drift fishing and wading are popular as well.

How much do scallop fishing charters cost?

for scallop prices can range anywhere from about $400 to $805, but the average price for a half day trip for scallop is $501. The average price for a full day trip for scallop is $746.

What month is best for scallop fishing?

The most popular season for scallop fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 17 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for scallop and what are the bag limits for scallop?

See here for more information on scallop fishing licenses, scallop bag limits, and fishing season regulations for scallop. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right scallop rules and regulations.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Great day scalloping with Captain Robert. Very friendly and personable. Being a local to the area, Robert was very knowledgeable of the waters and even provided recommendations of things to see, eat and drink in the nearby communities. Robert also helped shuck our scallops. I look forward to scalloping and fishing with Robert again!

    Tj F. with Robert M. of Crystal River, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and experience! Highly recommended.

    Troy M. with Daryll P. of Ruskin, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was a great captain for us. He's very easy to talk to, knows his way around the coast and knows fish. We scalloped but I imagine he also leads amazing fishing trips. This was my girlfriend's first day snorkelling too, and Nick made sure she was comfortable all throughout. Although we came during the less fruitful part of the scalloping season, Nick still made sure it was a memorable adventure.

    Adam R. with Justin R. of Crystal River, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time, but didn't find many scallops, which could be because it was close to the end of the season?

    Terry W. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Thanks Captain Mike and Boots

    Erin H. with Mike B. of Crystal River, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Randall was awesome! We had so much fun scalloping with him. We definitely plan on going back out with him next year!!

    Diane H. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Randall was wonderful. His boat was comfortable, easy to get on and off, and gave a great ride to and from the launch site. He took us to multiple spots and answered all our questions.

    Sarah W. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had the BEST time!

    Lauren H. with Justin R. of Crystal River, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    All good..Captain Randall was great.

    John P. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The best trip ever

    Johnny with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We really had a great time Captain Mike was a great Captain

    Robert G. with Mike B. of Crystal River, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The best man in the game.

    James E. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Randall was excellent. Great boat, very knowledgeable and personable. Looking forward to booking g with him again!

    Susan W. with Randall S. of Homosassa, Florida

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