Houseboat Scalloping Charters
Houseboat Scalloping Charters
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Houseboat Scalloping Charters invites you for a fun-packed scalloping adventure in Florida! Come visit Captain Rod Johnson in Homosassa and join him on a memorable trip in search of this lovely seafood delicacy. He'll take you to the area's nearshore grounds and provide you with all the necessities for your diving adventure. Pick a day that suits you the best and embark on a memorable fishing trip in Florida!
The boat you'll be using to reach your fishing spots is a 30' Adventure Craft classic boat. It can accommodate up to 6 anglers, runs on a 150 HP Yamaha engine, and uses all the modern GPS, fishfinder, as well as radio technology for efficient and safe movement on the water. The boat features a restroom, TV, and multimedia system to make your trip as enjoyable as possible. All gear you'll need for snorkeling will be ready for you on the boat.
You and Captain Rod will be searching some of the best nearshore spots for Scallop. You'll be drift fishing but you can also anchor and snorkel. You get to keep all the Scallop you catch. Feel free to take kids on your trip so they too can experience the beauty of scalloping.
Apart from all the snorkeling equipment, Captain Rod covers you for the fishing license. Just be there on time for your trip and prepare to have loads of fun.
Pay a visit to Houseboat Scalloping Charters and create fishing memories of a lifetime!
Houseboat Scalloping Charters invites you for a fun-packed scalloping adventure in Florida! Come visit Captain Rod Johnson in Homosassa and join him on a memorable trip in search of this lovely seafood delicacy. He'll take you to the area's nearshore grounds and provide you with all the necessities for your diving adventure. Pick a day that suits you the best and embark on a memorable fishing trip in Florida!
The boat you'll be using to reach your fishing spots is a 30' Adventure Craft classic boat. It can accommodate up to 6 anglers, runs on a 150 HP Yamaha engine, and uses all the modern GPS, fishfinder, as well as radio technology for efficient and safe movement on the water. The boat features a restroom, TV, and multimedia system to make your trip as enjoyable as possible. All gear you'll need for snorkeling will be ready for you on the boat.
You and Captain Rod will be searching some of the best nearshore spots for Scallop. You'll be drift fishing but you can also anchor and snorkel. You get to keep all the Scallop you catch. Feel free to take kids on your trip so they too can experience the beauty of scalloping.
Apart from all the snorkeling equipment, Captain Rod covers you for the fishing license. Just be there on time for your trip and prepare to have loads of fun.
Pay a visit to Houseboat Scalloping Charters and create fishing memories of a lifetime!
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Reviews (24)
Jennifer LockwoodRepeat angler•
Florida, US•Member since 20263 trips5.0Verifiedamazing personality
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on August 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrencaptain is amazing. he was patient with us newbies and taught us how to scallop! two teenage boys and their old parents all loved it!
Julie Swearingen•Milledgeville, GA, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedCaptain Rod was AWESOME!
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on July 4, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 childThe boat was perfect for those that wanted to chill in shade while others were sun bathing! Capt Rod took us right to the Scallops and we got our limit and even got to see monkey island! It was a great day with Capt. Rod. Highly recommend and we will be back!!!
Michael Rueth•Florida, USMember since 20235.0VerifiedScallops galore!!! Captain Rod knows the spot!!
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on July 7, 2023 • 6 adultsWe had an amazing trip scalloping with Captain Rod!! He watched all of us to make sure we were safe at all times and taught us some tricks to get the scallops !! We came home with a mother load!!! The boat was a blessing because it rained and we were covered well and comfortable!! We will be seeing captain Rod again!! Amazing trip amazing captain!!! Thanks captain Rod!!
Susie Couvillon•Florida, USMember since 20235.0VerifiedGreat experience!!!
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on September 9, 2023 • 6 adultsFirst scalloping adventure for some and second for others! Captain Rod took us to a couple of great spots! All the gear was provided and more comfortable than my own! The weather wasn't in our favor toward the end of the day and it was so nice to be inside for the rainy ride back! Thanks Captain Rod and Jake for a great day!
Daniel Cone•Jacksonville, FL, USMember since 20225.0VerifiedScallop trip
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on July 8, 2023 • 6 adultsOur group from first coast scuba had a remarkable time with Captain Rod, he was very attentive of our groups location in the water. He kept us safe from boat traffic. He listened to our concerns and moved around to try different areas. Over all a top knotch Captain and we will definitely book with houseboat Charters again.
Keith Barnett•Mississippi, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedBest friends trip
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on August 31, 2024 • 6 adultsTook my best friend and daughter in law had a great time. Captain and boat are the best
Suzanne Vera•Florida, USMember since 20235.0VerifiedWe had a GREAT DAY Scalloping!
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on August 5, 2023 • 6 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Rod… took us to scallop and we did get a few scallops, but we had a great time with the family and my granddaughters! They said we LOVE this trip! We had the BEST TIME! Thank you so much Captain Rod!
Erica Field•Florida, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedNewAmazing time with Captain Rod
Half Day Charter on September 19, 2026 • 6 adultsWe had a great time. We drove up for a half-day charter, and it was the perfect amount of time. Rod knew exactly where to take us, and we caught a ton of scallops. Definitely recommend him for a charter.
David HoecherlRepeat angler•Florida, US•Member since 20233 trips5.0VerifiedAmazing time
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on July 27, 2024 • 5 adults • 2 childrenThis was a great experience. I chose this charter because I wanted to make sure my group had a clear pace to get out of the sun. The boat was perfect. Had plenty of room for the 5 of us and the fact that you had shade when you weren’t in the water was great. We did catch some scallops. We didn’t limit out but that was because this was my parties first time doing it and it took some time for them to figure things out. We definitely had enough for a few dinners, though. I have to say, though, the best part of this charter was the captain. I’ve been on plenty of charters before and captain Rod is by far the most patient and nicest captain I e gone with. Out of the five in the party I was the o ly one that have ever snorkeled. He took his time and helped me adjust all the equipment and then gave a couple of them snorkeling lessons while I worked with the others. In my opinion he went above and beyond making us feel comfortable and he sincerely wanted to make sure we had a great trip. Thank you Captain Rod for an experience that we will never forget and we will definitely be back
Eric ZiemerRepeat angler•Florida, US•Member since 20203 trips5.0VerifiedFishing trip in August
3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter on August 13, 2023 • 5 adults
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We had a great time. We drove up for a half-day charter, and it was the perfect amount of time. Rod knew exactly where to take us, and we caught a ton of scallops. Definitely recommend him for a charter.
Thank you Erica for your great review! looking forward to seeing you all again. having great people like you and your guests makes it all the better. Capt Rod
captain is amazing. he was patient with us newbies and taught us how to scallop! two teenage boys and their old parents all loved it!
You may say you're newbies but you couldn't tell it by me. You guys did an awesome job scalloping today. looking forward to serving you again. My Best Regards, Capt Rod
This was a great experience. I chose this charter because I wanted to make sure my group had a clear pace to get out of the sun. The boat was perfect. Had plenty of room for the 5 of us and the fact that you had shade when you weren’t in the water was great. We did catch some scallops. We didn’t limit out but that was because this was my parties first time doing it and it took some time for them to figure things out. We definitely had enough for a few dinners, though. I have to say, though, the best part of this charter was the captain. I’ve been on plenty of charters before and captain Rod is by far the most patient and nicest captain I e gone with. Out of the five in the party I was the o ly one that have ever snorkeled. He took his time and helped me adjust all the equipment and then gave a couple of them snorkeling lessons while I worked with the others. In my opinion he went above and beyond making us feel comfortable and he sincerely wanted to make sure we had a great trip. Thank you Captain Rod for an experience that we will never forget and we will definitely be back
The boat was perfect for those that wanted to chill in shade while others were sun bathing! Capt Rod took us right to the Scallops and we got our limit and even got to see monkey island! It was a great day with Capt. Rod. Highly recommend and we will be back!!!
Thank you for the great review! It was a pleasure having you all on board and hope to see you again. My Best Regards, Capt Rod Johnson
FAQs about Houseboat Scalloping Charters
- US $475 per group - Half Day Charter (4 hours)
- US $689 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Scalloping Charter (6 hours)
- Toilet Enclosed private restroom equipped with Porta-Potty and sink.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Multimedia system
- Fishing license (Including snorkeling equipment and catch bags)
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Drift fishing (Or anchor and snorkeling)
- Scallop
Your captain
Homosassa, Florida, United States
Captain Rod started fishing when he was 5 years old and has now been boating for over 40 yrs. Most of his saltwater fishing has been done off the Oregon coast. Salmon and bottom fishing used to be the main fishery there. He became a captain in 2018 and moved to Florida to be closer to his son who has been in the fishing business for 13 years.
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.
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