Private Crystal River Scalloping Charter

Hand-catch scallops with friends and family!

Find the bay scallops hiding in the grass!

Catch bay scallops and enjoy them fresh!

Check out the beautiful scenery like Shell island!

Come catch scallops in an underwater Easter egg hunt!

Duration5h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the ultimate Crystal River scalloping adventure with Seacow Safaris, a top-rated, locally owned charter specializing in small-group, all-inclusive tours along Florida’s Nature Coast. Their guided scallop trips combine snorkeling, wildlife exploration, and hands-on harvesting for a fun, family-friendly day on the water.

Led by experienced local captains with decades of knowledge, guests are taken to productive grass flats in the Gulf where scallops are plentiful. Each trip offers is a private experience with personalized guidance to help you find more scallops and enjoy more time in the water.

Each scalloping charter includes everything you need for a stress-free day: snorkeling gear, a shaded boat, and a fishing license. Whether you are a first timer or a seasoned scalloper, the crew ensures a safe, fun, and productive outing. This private 5-hour trip is perfect for families, couples, and private groups looking for an authentic Florida adventure.

Options

Full Day Scalloping tour

Duration: 8 hours: Full day Charter

Crystal River Scalloping Adventure

Private Tour up to 6 guests
Duration: 5 hours
Water and light snacks: Bottled water, ice and a cooler are provided. There will also be some light snacks aboard.

What's included

Bottled water and ice are complimentary. The scallops will also be cleaned for the guests and bagged up.
All gear such as fins, snorkels, scallop bags and ice are included.
Private 24-foot boat with padded seating and full shade!

Gratuity is not included but always appreciated.
Pete's Pier charges $10 for parking at the lot.

What to expect

Come join us on an underwater easter egg hunt in the gulf! This is a private tour where you book out the entire 24-foot boat. This trip is available seasonally from July 1st to September 24th. The crew, guide, and captain will go on a 10-mile boat ride to search for bay scallops. On top of the scalloping, you can see many sights from the boat or underwater such as the Florida Manatee, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, and a variety of fish and reefs. There is a limit of 10 gallons per boat and fishing licenses are included for the guests. An in-water guide is included along with all snorkel and scalloping gear. The boat is completely covered for shade.

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located in the double-blue bimini-top Carolina skiff. The captain will flag guests down. To pay for parking costs $10 per vehicle. Please arrive at least 20 minutes early as parking fills up fast.

End point

We are located in the double-blue bimini-top Carolina skiff. The captain will flag guests down. To pay for parking costs $10 per vehicle. Please arrive at least 20 minutes early as parking fills up fast.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The boat ride can sometimes be rough coming back in. Also, this is an underwater wildlife tour that requires the ability to snorkel and do shallow dives.

Cancellation policy

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

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