What Our Customers Think

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.

ExcellentGoogleBased on 61 reviews
4.9FishingBookerAcross 66 verified reviews
94%FacebookRecommend us, from 13 reviews
5.0Captain ExperiencesVerified guest reviews

Straight From Google

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The reviews on this page are a selection. Every Google review we have ever received, good or bad, is on our Google profile and we have not hidden any of them.

Aquatic Escapes guests floating off a Tampa Bay sandbar on an island hopping trip Two Aquatic Escapes anglers holding redfish caught on Tampa Bay

From Our FishingBooker Guests

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
An Aquatic Escapes guest fighting a fish with Captain Jarrod on Tampa Bay An Aquatic Escapes group holding up their bags of bay scallops

From Captain Experiences

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 Experiences

From Facebook

94 percent of the people who have reviewed us on Facebook recommend us.

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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!
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Wendy Stevens
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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!
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Jeremy Mckern
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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.
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Bob Socia
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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 j
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Allie Downs
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Went on two separate beach charters both times were amazing and a ton of fun 10/10 will go again!
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Hannah Marie
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Had a blast on an island day charter. Very personable. I highly recommend booking with Capt Jarrod & his crew!
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Matt Carlin
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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!
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Tho Loana
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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:+14235973142
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Mike Umbdenstock
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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!
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Robert Swords
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took a charter out was a great time. captain Jarrod and his crew were excellent. will definitely be booking again
A handful of bay scallops from a Crystal River scalloping trip An Aquatic Escapes guest holding a redfish caught inshore on Tampa Bay

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