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Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River 

5.0
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 1 Southwest 1st Place, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States–
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Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River 

Crystal River, FL, United States
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25 ft
6
5.0
(2 reviews)

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Experience one of Florida's favorite summer traditions with a guided scalloping adventure in the crystal-clear waters of Crystal River! Scallop season runs July 1 through September 24. We are booking now for summer 2027. Whether it's your first trip or an annual tradition, Capt. Jarrod will help make it a fun, safe, and memorable day for everyone. A first mate is on board for almost every trip, helping with gear, spotting scallops, and keeping an eye on the kids in the water.

Scalloping is like an underwater Easter egg hunt. Snorkel the shallow grass flats collecting bay scallops, then cool off with a refreshing trip to the beautiful Crystal River springs.

Children are always welcome! Just bring your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, drinks, snacks, and a mask, snorkel, and fins (rentals available if needed). No food is provided on the trip, though there is extra bottled water on board. Please pack drinks in cans only - no glass bottles on the boat.

Prime dates book quickly, so reserve your Crystal River scalloping adventure with Aquatic Escapes today!

Experience one of Florida's favorite summer traditions with a guided scalloping adventure in the crystal-clear waters of Crystal River! Scallop season runs July 1 through September 24. We are booking now for summer 2027. Whether it's your first trip or an annual tradition, Capt. Jarrod will help make it a fun, safe, and memorable day for everyone. A first mate is on board for almost every trip, helping with gear, spotting scallops, and keeping an eye on the kids in the water.

Scalloping is like an underwater Easter egg hunt. Snorkel the shallow grass flats collecting bay scallops, then cool off with a refreshing trip to the beautiful Crystal River springs.

Children are always welcome! Just bring your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, drinks, snacks, and a mask, snorkel, and fins (rentals available if needed). No food is provided on the trip, though there is extra bottled water on board. Please pack drinks in cans only - no glass bottles on the boat.

Prime dates book quickly, so reserve your Crystal River scalloping adventure with Aquatic Escapes today!

Jarrod Wallach
Captain
Jarrod Wallach
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Child friendly
Snorkeling equipment
Ice box
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Child friendly
Snorkeling equipment
Ice box

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5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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5.0
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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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Greg Donaldson
Greg Donaldson
Member since 2026
5.0
full day scalloping
7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day on July 25, 2026

Great day on the water highly recommended you will not be

Jarrod Wallach
Response from Captain

Awesome time scalloping!

Denise Chase
Denise Chase
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
The captain canceled
September 5, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on September 5, 2026

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Daniel Clements
Daniel Clements
Member since 2026
5.0
July fishing trip
7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day on July 18, 2026

Jarrod Wallach
Response from Captain

Awesome day of Scalloping!!

FAQs about Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River

Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip - 8:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour - Scalloping Quick Trip - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day - 1:00 PM (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day - 12:00 PM (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day - 2:00 PM (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day - 7:00 AM (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour - Scalloping Full Day - 9:00 AM (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment BYOB snorkel gear; some gear available on board.
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box The boat is equipped with 2 Yeti coolers.
Trips booked with Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River include:
  • First mate (Trips typically run solo with Captain Jarrod, but for larger or novice groups a first mate may join to help in the water and handle gear. The mate is tip-only.)
  • Fishing license (No license needed! All scalloping harvest is covered under Captain Jarrod's Florida charter boat license, just bring your snorkel gear and enthusiasm.)
Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We head north to Crystal River and Homosassa's clear, spring-fed grass flats to snorkel for bay scallops. Shallow, gin-clear water means no diving experience needed, and you'll often spot manatees and rays. Easy and kid-friendly, you keep your haul!)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River offers the following fishing technique:
  • Spearfishing
Top targeted fish species with Aquatic Escapes – Scalloping Crystal River include:
  • Scallop

Your captain

Jarrod Wallach
Jarrod Wallach
Crystal River, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
68 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2019
From as early as I can remember, my dad had me on a boat with a fishing rod in my hands. At first, I was simply excited to have bait on my hook and hang out with my dad. As I grew up, the fish got bigger and bigger... and I was hooked! Growing up in New York, we would fish for Fluke, Flounder, Striped Bass, and Cod in the winter. We would also enter the occasional shark fishing tournament. Fishing was, and still remains, a huge part of my life. It gave my father and me the time we needed to bond before he unexpectedly left us in 2006. It was always my father's dream to retire and use his captain's license to open a charter business. Every day, I strive to keep his legacy alive.
Jarrod Wallach
Jarrod Wallach
Fully verified
2
reports
68
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
From as early as I can remember, my dad had me on a boat with a fishing rod in my hands. At first, I was simply excited to have bait on my hook and hang out with my dad. As I grew up, the fish got bigger and bigger... and I was hooked! Growing up in New York, we would fish for Fluke, Flounder, Striped Bass, and Cod in the winter. We would also enter the occasional shark fishing tournament. Fishing was, and still remains, a huge part of my life. It gave my father and me the time we needed to bond before he unexpectedly left us in 2006. It was always my father's dream to retire and use his captain's license to open a charter business. Every day, I strive to keep his legacy alive.

The fish you can target

Scallop
Scallop
Scallop
Scallop

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Spearfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
BYOB snorkel gear; some gear available on board.
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
The boat is equipped with 2 Yeti coolers.
What's included in the trip price
First mate
Trips typically run solo with Captain Jarrod, but for larger or novice groups a first mate may join to help in the water and handle gear. The mate is tip-only.
Fishing license
No license needed! All scalloping harvest is covered under Captain Jarrod's Florida charter boat license, just bring your snorkel gear and enthusiasm.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
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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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Scalloping is beginner and kid-friendly, any child comfortable snorkeling can jump right in. The water is shallow and calm, and kids' life jackets are on board.
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Crystal River right now

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