The best thing we have to show for every day on the water is what people say afterwards. Below is a selection of real reviews from Google, FishingBooker, Captain Experiences and Facebook, in the customers’ own words.
Live from our Google Business Profile, nothing edited.
EXCELLENT Based on 61 reviews Posted on Jason GreenwoodTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great day on the water! Took my kids out, felt safe, caught fish. Doesn't get much better!Posted on Kezhia DeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Phenomenal Captain. Very knowledgeable.Posted on Emilio ValentinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. overall great guy. Has vast knowledge for fishing adventures!! Would definitely recommend!!Posted on Peter PhamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want to go on a real charter don’t call this guy. Scheduled with people from out of town and he couldn’t pick us up because he can’t even catch bait. He said it would be too windy and rainy. Didn’t rain at all. Couldn’t even salvage a day from people coming from Minnesota. This is not a real charter. It was a beautiful day wasted away. Left us hanging out at the dock. Took off work. Unbelievable. Look else where.Posted on Wendy StevensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Family of 4 came out to celebrate my son's graduation. We went out fishing one day and caught our limit within a couple of hours! Jarrod and Ricky were great hosts! We went out again to the island and caught some lady fish, and found sand dollars. The island was great and even has a swing! These guys are fun and knowledgeable about the fish and the water. We all had an awsome time, and highly recommend them! Trip to remember for sure!! We'll be back.Posted on Kim TavaresTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked a four hour afternoon trip with Aquatic Escapes, had a great time. Captain Jarrod and first mate Ricky put us on the fish. Caught some Snook and Redfish. Perfect afternoon. Will definitely fish with Captain Jarrod again! Thank you!Posted on peter lyndTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wife and I had a great time fishing with Capt. Jarrod. He was very professional, polite and an all around good guy. He worked hard to make sure we caught fish, and we did. I would highly recommend Aquatic Escapes to anyone looking for a great experience on the water.Posted on Andres PachecoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Captain Jarrod was nothing but positive. I had not fished since I was a small child, and he guided us as to what to do and why plus some pretty interesting stories. His first mate was amazing as well. I have never been on a fishing charter before but the experience with Captain Jarrod makes me want to do it again FOR SURE.Posted on Jesse CribbTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience! Definitely plan to book again!Showing our latest reviews
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Verified reviews left by guests who booked through FishingBooker.
★★★★★
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Aquatic Escapes and Captain Jarrod Wallach! Captain Jarrod really knows his stuff, he put us right on the fish and made sure everyone on board had a great time, whether you were an experienced angler or brand new to fishing. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed. We caught plenty of fish and came away with memories that will last a lifetime.
Jeni S.
FishingBooker★★★★★
Captain Jarrod and First Mate Aiden were terrific and very knowledgeable about the waters and regional species of fish. The day of our trip was very windy and the rough waters kept us closer inshore than planned but Jarrod quickly adapted to the conditions and put us on Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Ladyfish and we even caught a very large puffer!
David N.
FishingBooker★★★★★
Me and my son booked Jarrod to have some fun on the water. Jarrod and his mate were a blast and they put us on Snapper and Spanish Mackerels. Best 4 hours I have ever experienced. Jarrod cleaned all our fish afterwards and put them in bags on ice.
Jeremy L.
FishingBooker★★★★☆
Unfortunately we didn’t have good weather. It was only 49 degrees, cloudy with wind and rain. Captain Jarrod took us up into the Little Manatee River to start. I caught a couple of fish but nothing we could keep. It’s not Captain Jarrod’s fault that we had bad weather and we did have our chances to hook fish. I would recommend him and if I get a chance next year I would like to try it again. Thanks Captain Jarrod!
Jeff S.
FishingBooker
Verified guest review from the Captain Experiences marketplace.
★★★★★
Jarrod was an amazing guide and very accommodating. Went scalloping and he got in the water with us to show us around. Also very social and had a great time on the boat with music and having fun. Definitely would recommend and book again.
Dylan
Verified review
Captain Experiences94 percent of the people who have reviewed us on Facebook recommend us.
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Rebecca WilcoxrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Captain Jarrod from the moment we booked the charter to the moment we got off it, was very informative and professional. Lillie and Jen were awesome mates and helped with the kids. It was fun and washing the saltwater off in the spring was the best. The kids got ice cream on the water. We for sure had a blast and will book it again!Posted on Facebook![]()
Wendy StevensrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Went out with Jarrod a couple times the past few years. We came from Arizona and took my son out fishing for his graduation gift. We all had a an amazing time out in the bay fishing. Caught too many to count and seen dolphins on our way back in. Second time I came out, to go scalloping. Everyone was awesome and helped this newbie out! Highly recommend this charter! You’ll have a great time!Posted on Facebook![]()
Jeremy MckernrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
If Poseidon had a cousin who ran charters out of Florida, it’d be Captain Jarrod Wallach. Took an offshore trip with him and let me tell you—this guy doesn’t just find fish, he summons them. I half expected him to start speaking dolphin. The boat? Clean, smooth, and didn’t make me question my life choices once. The gear? Top-notch. The vibes? Immaculate. Jarrod’s got the perfect mix of salty-sea-dog knowledge and laid-back humor. Whether you're a seasoned angler or someone who thinks “trolling” is just an internet thing, he’ll make sure you have a blast. Highly recommend. 11/10 would let him captain my apocalypse escape boat.Posted on Facebook![]()
Bob Socianot recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
the worst charter I've been on & go every year. Not catching fish is always understandable, but lack of effort is not acceptable. Having 3 people in a boat with all watching ONE rod for2 HOURS! Is a jPosted on Facebook![]()
Allie DownsrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Went on two separate beach charters both times were amazing and a ton of fun 10/10 will go again!Posted on Facebook![]()
Hannah MarierecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Had a blast on an island day charter. Very personable. I highly recommend booking with Capt Jarrod & his crew!Posted on Facebook![]()
Matt CarlinrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Hands down best charter service in Tampa Bay! The Captain was on it and I have been on his boat for both Fishing and beach day charters, both were an amazing time!Posted on Facebook![]()
Tho LoanarecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Praise they say is an application for more. If I failed to accept you it would show how ungrateful I am. I could not be less grateful to the person God has used to bless me and my family in general. I was introduced to mrs Gabriella Donald a few months ago, right now I know how proud I can be of my financial state. mrs Gabriella helped me with the small capital I invested and I made so much profit for myself and my family. Thank you very much mrs Gabriella Donald , and if you too are having a difficult business for yourself then contact her now. Email:gabrielladonald540@gmail.com Whatsapp:+14235973142Posted on Facebook![]()
Mike UmbdenstockrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
Very professional guide! Captain Jarrod worked his butt off today and put us on some good fish! Highly recommend him if you want to catch fish and have a good time doing it!Posted on Facebook![]()
Robert SwordsrecommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook.
took a charter out was a great time. captain Jarrod and his crew were excellent. will definitely be booking again
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Inshore, offshore, scalloping, sport fishing, island hopping and sunset cruises, from Crystal River down to Venice with Tampa Bay in the middle. Pick your trip and your date, and we will do the rest.
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