Welcome Aboard
Freedom Outdoors is a Eco Tour company based in Ozello, Fl offering daily adventures aboard our 23' Carolina Skiff. Prepare to be amazed at what our waterways have to offer along the Nature Coast. Scallop Season runs from July 1st - September 24th. Our snorkeling eco adventures run from May through October. Whatever your looking to do while on vacation we are sure to be able to accommodate all of your adventure needs.
FREEDOM - The quality or state of being exempt or released from your ordinary life. Let those normal life stressors just fade away into the distance as we embark on an outdoor adventure that will stay with you for the rest of your life!
Freedom Outdoors takes every opportunity to give back to our Active Duty Military and Veterans. From the start, it has been our vision to spend time on the water with the brave men and woman who have sacrificed so much for our great country. We will continue to provide Veterans discounts and sponsored trips.
What we offer
Scalloping Adventure
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
Join Freedom Outdoors on a thrilling treasure hunt for scallops in the crystal clear waters of the Gulf. You will start by snorkeling at the surface in search for the blue-eyed treasures. Upon spotting one, you will dive down in anywhere between 3 to 8 feet of water to grab one up off the grassy bottom. This adventure is fun for all a
Join Freedom Outdoors on a thrilling treasure hunt for scallops in the crystal clear waters of the Gulf. You will start by snorkeling at the surface in search for the blue-eyed treasures. Upon spotting one, you will dive down in anywhere between 3 to 8 feet of water to grab one up off the grassy bottom. This adventure is fun for all ages and does not require any special skill sets or prior knowledge. We will teach and show you everything you need to know!
(1-2) guests - $400.00
(3-4) guests - $450.00
(5-6) guests - $500.00
We provide (included in price):
- State required license
- Mask, snorkel & fins
- Bounty bag
- Ice, water & cooler
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
After the first 4 hours, it is up to you what you would like to do. Option 1 is to continue to scallop for an additional 2 hours. Option 2 is to head to the sand bar, anchor down, and relax. Our sand bars offer a true local experience. You can kick back and enjoy the local scenery and wildlife or go swimming and reflect on the great d
After the first 4 hours, it is up to you what you would like to do. Option 1 is to continue to scallop for an additional 2 hours. Option 2 is to head to the sand bar, anchor down, and relax. Our sand bars offer a true local experience. You can kick back and enjoy the local scenery and wildlife or go swimming and reflect on the great day your group had scalloping.
(1-2) guests - $600.00
(3-4) guests - $650.00
(5-6) guests - $700.00
We provide (included in price):
- State required fishing license
- Mask, snorkel & fins
- Bounty bag
- Ice, water & cooler
Sand Bar Excursion
VIP Extended Scallop Adventure
Snorkeling Eco Tour
IMAGINE YOUR TOES IN THE SAND AND A COLD DRINK IN YOUR HAND!
Welcome to the Nature Coast! Lets take a short boat ride through crystal clear waters to a very popular local hotspot called Sandy Hook. Sandy Hook is a shallow area in the middle of Ozello where, depending on the tide, the water can be anywhere from ankle deep to waist-high.
IMAGINE YOUR TOES IN THE SAND AND A COLD DRINK IN YOUR HAND!
Welcome to the Nature Coast! Lets take a short boat ride through crystal clear waters to a very popular local hotspot called Sandy Hook. Sandy Hook is a shallow area in the middle of Ozello where, depending on the tide, the water can be anywhere from ankle deep to waist-high. You may find up to 100 boaters gathering to enjoy the crystal clear waters. The soft sand and the 360° panoramic view – where, let's face it, gorgeous views are the norm.
4 hours - $350.00*
6 hours - $500.00*
* Maximum of 6 guests on board.
We provide (included in price):
- Ice, water & cooler
Snorkeling Eco Tour
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Snorkeling Eco Tour
Enjoy the underwater marvels that make up the St. Martins Reef and Ozello. There you will have the chance to spot colorful fish, coral, sponges and other local sea life. This trip can be catered to fit everyone's need whether that is snorkeling in 2' of water or 10' of water. 4 hr trip.
1-2 guests - $200*
3-6 guests - $300*
* Maximum of 6
Enjoy the underwater marvels that make up the St. Martins Reef and Ozello. There you will have the chance to spot colorful fish, coral, sponges and other local sea life. This trip can be catered to fit everyone's need whether that is snorkeling in 2' of water or 10' of water. 4 hr trip.
1-2 guests - $200*
3-6 guests - $300*
* Maximum of 6 passengers
We provide (included in price):
- Mask, snorkel & fins
- Ice, water & cooler
Seize the Day
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Seize the day with a Custom Adventure. Why be limited in your freedom to only experience some of the outdoors. Trips can be totally customized to fit your families needs. Activities can include any or all of our other trips and then some.
Call today to set up a unique experience tailored just for you.
* Maximum of 6 guests on board.
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Swim with the Manatee Private Tour
Imagine yourself nose to nose with the gentle giants of the Homosassa Springs, now stop imagining and make it real life!
Join us on one of our comfortable tour boats as we plunge in the warm 72 degree water to get up close and personal with a manatee.
All of our Swim with the Manatee tours are private for your comfort and experience!
2 Hour
Imagine yourself nose to nose with the gentle giants of the Homosassa Springs, now stop imagining and make it real life!
Join us on one of our comfortable tour boats as we plunge in the warm 72 degree water to get up close and personal with a manatee.
All of our Swim with the Manatee tours are private for your comfort and experience!
2 Hours
Private Tours starting at
$279
We Provide (included in price):
- wet suit
- mask
- snorkel
Manatee & Springs Boat Tour
Manatee & Springs Boat Tour
Manatee & Springs Boat Tour
Take a nice relaxing ride to the head springs of the Homosassa River hosted by one of our knowledgeable captains on their comfortable custom tour skiffs. See Manatee, natural florida springs, birds, fish, turtles and more!
1 hour
Private Tour Starting at
$180.00
Meet the Captain
Captain John McCarthy
Captain John grew up just south of Citrus County in a town called Dunedin, FL. At the ripe old age of 18 he joined the Army, taking a break from the Florida sunshine for 20 years. John lived in numerous places in the country throughout his long military career, including overseas at times, but his heart belonged to Florida. In 2016 he retired and moved to Citrus. There he fell in love with what the area had to provide. He especially loved the water and the peacefulness that it brought him. It was that freedom and the tranquility that showed him what his next adventure would be. Captain John is passionate about educating people, of all ages, on what his slice of heaven looks like. Whether that is swimming with the fishes or hanging out for the day at the sandbar.