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Crystal River Fishing Expeditions - FAQs

Charter Options

Question: What types of charters do you offer?

Answer: We offer a variety of trips, including:

Inshore fishing (half-day and full-day)
Scalloping charters (half-day or full-day)
Combination fishing & scalloping trips
Duck hunting charters
Blast & Casts (duck hunting + fishing combo)

Inshore Fishing

Question: How long are the fishing trips?
Answer: Half-day trips run 4 hours; full-day trips are 6 hours.

Question: How much do fishing trips cost?
Answer:

Half-day: $500 for up to 2 passengers, $75 each additional (max 4)
Full-day: $700 for up to 2 passengers, $100 each additional (max 4)

Question: What’s included?
Answer: Rods, tackle, bait, ice, bottled water, a fishing license, and fish cleaning service.

Question: What should I bring?
Answer: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, a cooler for your fish, snacks, and drinks.

Question: Can I bring my own fishing gear?
Answer: Yes, though high-quality gear is provided.

Question: Do I need a fishing license?
Answer: No, your captain’s charter license covers all guests.

Question: Can we keep our catch?
Answer: Yes, as long as fish meet Florida size and bag limits. The captain will guide you.

Question: Do I need prior fishing experience?
Answer: Not at all—beginners and seasoned anglers are welcome.

Question: Can kids come along?
Answer: Absolutely. Our charters are family-friendly.

Question: Do you offer early morning or evening trips?
Answer: Yes, departure times vary based on tides and fish activity.

Question: What species can I catch?
Answer: Redfish, trout, snook, sheepshead, mangrove snapper, and tripletail.

Scalloping

Question: How long is a scalloping trip?
Answer: Half-day scalloping trips run 4 hours.

Question: How much does scalloping cost?
Answer:

2 people: $400
3–4 people: $450
5–6 people: $500

Question: What’s included?
Answer: Snorkeling gear, bottled water, Florida saltwater fishing license, and an experienced captain.

Question: What should I bring?
Answer: Towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, cooler with ice for scallops, snacks, and drinks.

Question: Can children participate?
Answer: Yes, scalloping is safe and fun for all ages.

Question: What can I expect on a trip?
Answer: A fun family-friendly day, expert guidance, and fresh scallops to take home. Multiple boats are available for larger groups—contact Captain Carter to arrange.

Duck Hunting & Blast & Cast

Question: What is included in a duck hunting charter?
Answer: Decoys, water, ice, cooler, and guidance from a licensed captain.

Blast & Casts also include a fishing license.

Question: What do I need to bring?
Answer: Florida hunting license, federal duck stamp, shotgun with plug, and steel shot shells (lead prohibited).

Question: How long are trips?
Answer: 6 or 8 hours, depending on your preference.

Question: How many people can participate?

Answer: Up to 3 per charter.

Question: What is a Blast & Cast?

Answer: A combined duck hunting and fishing adventure—two trips in one.

Question: Do I need hunting experience?
Answer: No. Your captain provides guidance to ensure safety and enjoyment.

Question: Are spots limited?
Answer: Yes. Call early to reserve.

General Information

Question: What is your cancellation policy?
Answer: Full refund or credit if canceled at least 2 weeks in advance. If we cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit is provided. No-shows are charged the full price.

Question: What happens if the weather is bad?
Answer: Safety comes first—your trip will be rescheduled or refunded if conditions aren’t safe.

Question: Do you recommend restaurants that will cook our catch?
Answer: Yes! We recommend Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill and Seafood Seller, both in Crystal River.

Question: Where do we meet for departure?
Answer: Pete’s Pier Marina, 1 SW 1st Pl, Crystal River, FL 34429. Parking is available on-site.