Experience one of Florida’s most exciting summer traditions with a 5-hour scalloping charter with Seacow Safaris. Located in the heart of Crystal River, this guided scalloping trip gives guests the chance to snorkel shallow grass flats and harvest their own fresh bay scallops in the clear waters of Florida’s Nature Coast.
Often described as underwater treasure hunting, scalloping is easy to learn and perfect for families, beginners, and experienced snorkelers alike.
Your adventure begins at the dock where you’ll meet your licensed captain and guide. After a quick safety briefing, you’ll head out into the Gulf of Mexico to the prime scalloping grounds just off the coast of Crystal River.
Once anchored over productive seagrass beds, guests jump in the water equipped with snorkel gear and begin searching for scallops hidden in the grass. The scallops are easy to spot thanks to their distinctive shells and rows of bright blue eyes.
When you find one, simply pick it up and place it in your catch bag. Before long, you’ll have a bag full of fresh scallops to take home.
Your Crystal River scalloping charter with Seacow Safaris includes everything you need for a comfortable and successful trip:
With five full hours on the water, there’s plenty of time to explore multiple scalloping spots and enjoy the beautiful waters around Crystal River. Along the way, guests often see dolphins, rays, fish, and other marine wildlife that make this area so special.
Whether you’re visiting Florida on vacation or a local looking for a fun summer outing, scalloping is one of the most memorable experiences on the Gulf Coast.
A 5-hour scalloping charter with Seacow Safaris is the perfect way to experience Florida’s famous scallop season. Gather your friends or family and enjoy a day of snorkeling, exploring, and harvesting your own seafood in the beautiful waters of Crystal River.
Spots fill quickly during scallop season, so booking your Crystal River scalloping trip in advance is highly recommended. 🐚🌊
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Half Day (5 hours) $450 (2) people $50 for each additional person (4) people maximum
Full day (8 hours) $800 up to 6 people