Half-Day Private Scallop Harvesting Snorkel Excursion
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A Florida-style underwater Easter egg hunt!! From July 1st - September 24th, Bay Scallops are the name of the game when it comes to the ultimate in family fun! Found in the shallow water grass beds of the Gulf of Mexico, these delicacies from the sea are the ultimate in harvest to table experiences. Like Discover Crystal River says, "It’s a fun family-friendly underwater adventure; all you need is a mask, snorkel, flippers, and one exceptional charter captain" that's where we come in! After a scenic 40-minute cruise to the scallop grounds, you'll don your masks, fins, and snorkels and grab a catch bag. (All provided in the cost of the charter.) Our in-water guide will get you started by pointing out these tasty morsels. Then it's off to the races snorkeling to collect your treasure. Once you’re back, you can even bring your catch to a local restaurant that will cook it for you. It’s a cherished local tradition and a Florida family favorite.
Inclusions
What's included
- Salt Water Fishing License
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Scallop Shucking (Shucking available for additional $8.00/gallon at the marina.)
- Towels, sunglasses, hats, sunglasses and beverages other than bottled water are not included but highly recommended.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We are located at Salty Siren Tours in the Crystal Terrace Shopping Center located directly behind Hardee's on US Highway 19 in Crystal River, FL.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Salt River, LLC
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Participants should know how to swim.
- Participants that require regularly worn vision correction should wear contact lenses or purchase a prescription mask.
How it compares in Crystal River
- Its from-price is 809% above the median of the 127 experiences we list in Crystal River.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 72 of 127.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Crystal River
Crystal River is a small town on Florida's Nature Coast, famous for clear spring-fed waters where manatees gather in winter.
Crystal River lies on Florida's Gulf coast north of Tampa, where many springs feed Kings Bay with clear water that stays at a steady 22 degrees Celsius all year. As winter cold chills the Gulf, West Indian manatees crowd into the warm water, and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge protects them. Three Sisters Springs, a cluster of crystal-clear pools, is a manatee refuge in the cold months.
Top-ranked sights in Crystal River: Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
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