Crystal River · Levy-Citrus-Hernando zone

Paddletail Waterfront Adventures

Paddletail Waterfront Adventures runs manatee tours, boat tours, rentals and scallop charters in Crystal River, with scallop trips led by Captains Paul, John, Dirty Mike and Jake. Scallop tours last 5 hours and take up to 6 passengers, priced from $450 for up to 4 guests, $525 for 5 and $600 for 6. Every scallop charter includes an in-water guide, fishing licenses, equipment and bottled water, and the site describes a freshwater spring dip after scalloping. Trips leave from the company's own docks at 525 NW 7th Ave, which have restrooms and showers; scallop cleaning is not included.