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Top Species for Scalloping
Scalloping Charters
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Crystal River
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Everything to Know About Booking a scalloping charter
What are the best scalloping charters?
The best scalloping charters are:
- All Shores Outdoors guided by Gavin S.
- Cat 5 Fishing guided by Luke B.
- Williamson Outfitters guided by Chris W. with 43 years of experience
- Finders Keepers Charters guided by Kevin T. with 10 years of experience
- Slotboys Fishing guided by Dillon A.
Why should I book a scalloping charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 27 scalloping trips, and the most popular trips are Scallop Hunting! guided by Mark, Inshore And Backcountry guided by Anthony, and Half Day Trip – Scallop guided by David.
Our guides are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 8854 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are 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 scalloping guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly scalloping guides.
What types of scalloping charters are common?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for scalloping as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for scalloping are: 1. scallop, 2. redfish, 3. snook, 4. speckled trout, and 5. black drum.
How much do scalloping fishing charters cost?
Prices for scalloping can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for scalloping is $797. The average price for a full day trip for scalloping is $1,173.
Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for going on a scalloping charter?
The most popular season to go on a scalloping charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 18 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license and what are the bag limits?
See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations.
