Suncoast Scalloping 

4.9
(13 reviews)
 
State licensed
 South Waterman Drive 2130, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States–

Suncoast Scalloping 

Crystal River, FL, United States
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26 ft
6
4.9
(13 reviews)

Welcome to Suncoast Scalloping in Crystal River! Join us for a half day trip to the Crystal River scallop grounds and with the assistance of your included in-water guide, get ready to fill your limit! With Captain Judge at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands and we can't wait to take you out.

Your boat for the day is a 26' Tritoon with a 300hp engine that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a perfect day on the water. Plenty of luxury vinyl seating around, two large coolers fully stocked with ice and complimentary bottled water, and what's more, this vessel is even fully covered to help keep everyone out of the Florida sun.

Masks, snorkels, fins, scallop bags, and even fishing licenses for the day are also all included with your charter, so no need to stress and worry about getting your own gear.
If you want to use your own gear you are more than welcome to bring it and use it.

You'll have the help of an in-water guide to put you on scallops, assist with anyone in the water who may be new to snorkeling or scalloping, and they'll even be taking photos along the way that we send to you for no extra charge!

It's always wise to bring sunblock (non-spray), towels, sun-shirts, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring lunch, drinks, snacks, you are more than welcome to. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but we ask that you avoid glass bottles and consume responsibly.

Welcome to Suncoast Scalloping in Crystal River! Join us for a half day trip to the Crystal River scallop grounds and with the assistance of your included in-water guide, get ready to fill your limit! With Captain Judge at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands and we can't wait to take you out.

Your boat for the day is a 26' Tritoon with a 300hp engine that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a perfect day on the water. Plenty of luxury vinyl seating around, two large coolers fully stocked with ice and complimentary bottled water, and what's more, this vessel is even fully covered to help keep everyone out of the Florida sun.

Masks, snorkels, fins, scallop bags, and even fishing licenses for the day are also all included with your charter, so no need to stress and worry about getting your own gear.
If you want to use your own gear you are more than welcome to bring it and use it.

You'll have the help of an in-water guide to put you on scallops, assist with anyone in the water who may be new to snorkeling or scalloping, and they'll even be taking photos along the way that we send to you for no extra charge!

It's always wise to bring sunblock (non-spray), towels, sun-shirts, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring lunch, drinks, snacks, you are more than welcome to. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but we ask that you avoid glass bottles and consume responsibly.

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip – Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
13 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (25)

Reviews (13)

  • Candice Norman
    Candice Norman
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great day scalloping

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on July 3, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had such a great time with Captain Judge and his mate! They were both incredibly knowledgeable and made the day so much fun. His mate even got in the water with our boys, teaching them how to spot scallops and all the little tricks to finding them. Thanks to their help, we came home with a huge dinner's worth of scallops! Captain Judge was also full of cool local history. As a fifth-generation Floridian ourselves, we especially enjoyed hearing his stories and appreciated his knowledge and love for the area. We couldn't have asked for a better day on the water. Highly recommend!

  • Alec Scillieri
    Alec Scillieri
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    what an experience

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping on July 28, 2026 • 6 adults

    Didnt realize how fun this scallop snorkeling/diving adventure would be! If you are competitive, like eye spy, or just like being on the water this is the trip for you! Huge thank you to captain and his helping hand (who also got quite a bag load of scallops hereself!)! Professional and put us right on top of them. Definitely reccomend and would come back to do it again!

  • Brian Greulich
    Brian Greulich
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Trip & Hosts

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping on July 1, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Me, my wife and our 14 yr old daughter went on a scalloping trip. Judge and Gabby are the best! Highly recommend them to anyone! They explained everything thoroughly and gave plenty of tips which helped us accomplish the gathering of a 5 gallon bucket full!!! Couldnt be happier and more full!!! Took the scallops to be cooked up and WOW! They were amazing too!! Great Day!!

  • Ilyse Pinette
    Ilyse Pinette
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time Scalloping

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping on August 23, 2026 • 5 adults

    The captain Judge and mate Josh were amazing. They were extremely responsive in returning messages quickly, had us completely prepared for the trip and were amazing hosts and guides once we were on board . It was also a big plus that the entire boat was covered by a bimini providing a lot of sun protection. I would highly recommend this crew!

  • Jaclyn Ligman
    Jaclyn Ligman
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    SO many scallops!

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on July 22, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We had the BEST time. Captain Judge and Josh were SO much fun! We were put on the perfect place to gather SO many scallops. They gave great advice, were personable and hillarious! We walked away with dinner, family memories and a new skill! (learned how to clean them!) highly recommend.

  • Chelsea Karg
    Chelsea Karg
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Shucking good time!!

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping on July 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Capt. Judge and Gabby were amazing! We had a wonderful day scalloping and a smooth ride out and back. We would definitely recommend them to any one!

  • Alexander Lam
    Alexander Lam
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great charter!

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on August 8, 2026 • 6 adults

    Awesome captain and mate. Put us on the scallops. Comfortable pontoon with tons of shade.

  • Marie Geslak
    Marie Geslak
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Scalloping fun

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on July 28, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    First time scalloping for me, my husband, our 6 year old granddaughter, and our friends. Found scallops, had fun!

  • Amanda Connell
    Amanda Connell
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip ever!

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on September 18, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    We had an absolutely amazing time scalloping! The boat was very nice and had plenty of room for all 6 of us to relax and enjoy the day. The captain and mate were both awesome and did a great job explaining everything to us, especially since this was our first time scalloping. We ended up catching a LOT! Jessica was so great with my 9-year-old daughter and taught her some tricks for catching scallops and snorkeling. She was patient, helpful, and made the experience so much fun for her. Overall, it was an incredible experience from start to finish. We had a great time, caught plenty of scallops, and made some great memories. We would definitely recommend booking with them! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • Reid Skory
    Reid Skory
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Time!

    Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM on September 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Judge and his mate were very welcoming and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. They put us on scallops right away and we limited out well before our time was up and had a nice relaxing ride back. Once at the dock there were some nice folks who quickly cleaned the catch for us while we walked across the street and had an ice cold beer at the Backwater Fins lounge. Couldn't have asked for a better afternoon. Thank you for taking us out!

FAQs about Suncoast Scalloping

Suncoast Scalloping offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Scalloping (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Scalloping - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Suncoast Scalloping, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Suncoast Scalloping include:
  • First mate (Tips are always appreciated and up to customers discretion. All tips are split between the Captain and Guide as an in-water guide is included with every charter we run. )
  • Fishing license (We have a charter vessel fishing license so all guests are covered when they book. )
Suncoast Scalloping offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
Suncoast Scalloping offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle
Top targeted fish species with Suncoast Scalloping include:
  • Scallop

Your captain

Judge Wilkes
Judge Wilkes
Crystal River, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2025
Capt. Judge is experienced in navigating the waters of Crystal River, Florida and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Scallop as you try your hand at and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Judge Wilkes
Judge Wilkes
Fully verified
13
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Judge is experienced in navigating the waters of Crystal River, Florida and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Scallop as you try your hand at and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Scallop
Scallop
Scallop
Scallop

Real catches by this captain

  • A red bucket filled with freshly caught scallops, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Ilyse P.
    Ilyse P.
    The captain Judge and mate Josh were amazing. They were extremely responsive in returning messages quickly, had us completely prepared for the trip and were amazing hosts and guides once we were on board . It was also a big plus that the entire boat was covered by a bimini providing a lot of sun protection. I would highly recommend this crew!
  • A red bucket filled with freshly caught scallops on a fishing boat, showcasing the day's successful harvest.
    Alexander L.
    Alexander L.
    Awesome captain and mate. Put us on the scallops. Comfortable pontoon with tons of shade.
  • A woman and a young girl stand by a table filled with freshly caught scallops at a dock, showcasing their successful day of fishing.
    Marie G.
    Marie G.
    First time scalloping for me, my husband, our 6 year old granddaughter, and our friends. Found scallops, had fun!
  • Three friends proudly displaying their catch of clams while enjoying a day on the water in a pontoon boat.
    Alec S.
    Alec S.
    Didnt realize how fun this scallop snorkeling/diving adventure would be! If you are competitive, like eye spy, or just like being on the water this is the trip for you! Huge thank you to captain and his helping hand (who also got quite a bag load of scallops hereself!)! Professional and put us right on top of them. Definitely reccomend and would come back to do it again!
  • A family proudly displaying their catch of clams while enjoying a day on the water, showcasing a successful outing.
    Jaclyn L.
    Jaclyn L.
    We had the BEST time. Captain Judge and Josh were SO much fun! We were put on the perfect place to gather SO many scallops. They gave great advice, were personable and hillarious! We walked away with dinner, family memories and a new skill! (learned how to clean them!) highly recommend.
  • A bucket filled with freshly caught scallops on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day of shellfishing.
    Chelsea K.
    Chelsea K.
    Capt. Judge and Gabby were amazing! We had a wonderful day scalloping and a smooth ride out and back. We would definitely recommend them to any one!
  • A diver proudly holding a freshly caught scallop while enjoying a day on the water, showcasing the beautiful blue sky and ocean backdrop.
    Candice N.
    Candice N.
    We had such a great time with Captain Judge and his mate! They were both incredibly knowledgeable and made the day so much fun. His mate even got in the water with our boys, teaching them how to spot scallops and all the little tricks to finding them. Thanks to their help, we came home with a huge dinner's worth of scallops! Captain Judge was also full of cool local history. As a fifth-generation Floridian ourselves, we especially enjoyed hearing his stories and appreciated his knowledge and love for the area. We couldn't have asked for a better day on the water. Highly recommend!
  • A young girl smiles while holding a mesh bag filled with freshly caught fish, showcasing a fun day of snorkeling and fishing on the water.
    Brian G.
    Brian G.
    Me, my wife and our 14 yr old daughter went on a scalloping trip. Judge and Gabby are the best! Highly recommend them to anyone! They explained everything thoroughly and gave plenty of tips which helped us accomplish the gathering of a 5 gallon bucket full!!! Couldnt be happier and more full!!! Took the scallops to be cooked up and WOW! They were amazing too!! Great Day!!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Other
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Godfrey Pontoon Boats
Boat type
Pontoon
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
49 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
First mate
Tips are always appreciated and up to customers discretion. All tips are split between the Captain and Guide as an in-water guide is included with every charter we run.
Fishing license
We have a charter vessel fishing license so all guests are covered when they book.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
There is no age limit to come aboard a scalloping charter. However in order to participate in actual scalloping, a good swim level is required. Usually ages 6 and up are able to actually participate. However kids of all ages are welcome to come along.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Crystal River right now

ScallopScallop

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