Up to 12 Hours on "Sweet N' Salty" + Snorkels, Fins, and Nets For All Youth and Adults
Spend up to 12 hours scalloping and snorkeling aboard the Sweet N' Salty along Florida’s Nature Coast. Perfect for families and small groups, this guided trip uses GPS and side-scan sonar to find scallop beds from Crystal River to Steinhatchee.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
Up to 12 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable swimming ability for anyone entering the water; light-to-moderate stamina for repeated snorkel sessions
Wildlife
History
Weeki Wachee’s underwater mermaid show opened in 1947 and helped popularize the region’s spring-fed waterways for recreation.
Conservation
Respect bag limits and harvest rules, use reef-safe sunscreen, and avoid stepping on turtlegrass to protect scallop habitat and local ecology.
Sweet Florida Rentals
Up to 12 Hours on "Sweet N' Salty" + Snorkels, Fins, and Nets For All Youth and Adults
Sweet Florida Rentals operates a small fleet of purpose-equipped boats serving Florida's coastal waterways and springs. The company offers three distinct vessels: the Sweet Revenge Pontoon (an 18 ft pontoon with room for eight and premium navigation tools), the "Sweet N' Low" 20' SunChaser (a reliable 20' Sunchaser Tri-toon suited for scalloping and family outings), and the Carolina Skiff 198 DLV (Sweet N' Salty), a shallow-water skiff configured for fishing, scalloping, and diving.
Sweet Florida Rentals focuses on private, self-guided rentals and day trips that let guests explore destinations such as Crystal River, Cedar Key, and other sections of Florida's Nature Coast. Each boat is described with its intended use: leisure cruising and fishing aboard the pontoon; scalloping, spring swims, and family-friendly outings on the tri-toon; and targeted shallow-water activities and wreck exploration on the Carolina Skiff.
Safety and navigation support are emphasized through the provision of navigation tools and boat-specific features listed with each offering. Trips accommodate a range of recreational priorities — anglers seeking flat-water access, families looking for calm-splash days in clear springs, and experienced captains seeking shallow wrecks and dive sites. Sweet Florida Rentals is featured on The Adventure Collective, where the available trips and boat specifications are listed for travelers researching water-based activities in the region.
Max Capacity
8 (pontoon)
Seats up to eight on the pontoon
Destinations
Crystal River • Cedar Key • Nature Coast
Explore local waterways and springs
Boat Types
Pontoon • Tri-toon • Skiff
Options for fishing, scalloping, diving
Trip Focus
Fishing • Scalloping • Diving
Activities emphasized across trips
Reserve a pontoon, tri-toon, or skiff for fishing, scalloping, diving, or sightseeing — check availability and trip details on The Adventure Collective listing.
Arrive early to catch low tide
Seagrass flats are most productive at low to mid tide; plan your ramp time around tidal charts for the best visibility.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect yourself and the habitat—choose mineral-based sunscreen to avoid harming seagrass and shellfish beds.
Pack a dry bag and water
Bring a dry bag for phones, a refillable water bottle and light snacks; hydration matters on long days in the sun.
Listen to the chartplotter briefing
Pay attention during the sonar and waypoint demo—those waypoints are the difference between a long search and a successful haul.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects marine life and prevents sunburn during long surface intervals.
summer
Mask and snorkel (personal)
Personal gear often fits better than rental sets and improves comfort and visibility.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet when boarding, stepping on flats, and walking ramps or shell-covered beaches.
summer
Dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keeps valuables and electronics safe while you’re in and out of the water.