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Casco Bay Cruise: Scenic Tour with Seals and Lighthouses
4.8
56 Ratings
Portland
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast, spot seals and seabirds, and explore historic forts aboard a classic 1935 tour boat. Perfect for all ages!
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast, spot seals and seabirds, and explore historic forts aboard a classic 1935 tour boat. Perfect for all ages!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Portland - Admire the stunning skyline of Portland, the largest city in Maine, founded in 1786. Witness the bustling waterfront as fishing vessels come and go from the wharves, which are the heart of Portland and host to family-run businesses passed down through generations.
- Casco Bay Islands - Count the numerous islands of Casco Bay while…
- Portland - Admire the stunning skyline of Portland, the largest city in Maine, founded in 1786. Witness the bustling waterfront as fishing vessels come and go from the wharves, which are the heart of Portland and host to family-run businesses passed down through generations.
- Casco Bay Islands - Count the numerous islands of Casco Bay while sailing through its refreshing, clear waters. With a history dating back to 1678, Casco Bay offers much to explore.
- Bug Light Park - Marvel at the historic 1875 lighthouse in Bug Light Park, located in Portland’s inner harbor. Its intricate design and beautiful exterior make it a must-see!
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Sail past Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, which aids in guiding commercial marine traffic through Portland’s bustling shipping channel.
- Portland Head Light - Enjoy the breathtaking view of Maine’s oldest lighthouse perched on the rocky shore. Portland Head Light, commissioned by George Washington, was constructed in 1791.
- Ram Island Ledge Light - Catch a glimpse of the modest beauty of Ram Island Ledge Light Station. Built in 1905, it rises from the water with its stone exterior fortified against the sea.
- Peaks Island - Observe the activity at the landing on Peaks Island, including the ferry that serves the island’s residents and visitors almost every hour. As the most populous island in Casco Bay, Peaks Island is home to about 800 year-round residents and is only accessible by boat.
- Fort Gorges - Take note of the massive granite blocks that form the iconic military fort, Fort Gorges, constructed between 1858 and 1864. These impressive stone blocks, now intertwined with nature, are a beautiful sight to behold.
What's Included
- Bring your own food and drink, including beer and wine
- Environmentally friendly marine composting toilet
- Bring your own food and drink, including beer and wine
- Environmentally friendly marine composting toilet
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Group Narration - Our captain and crew are happy to answer questions about the harbor sights!
- Gratuities
- Group Narration - Our captain and crew are happy to answer questions about the harbor sights!
Additional Information
Join us for 1 1/2 hours as we cruise along the rugged coastline, complete with lighthouses, seals, seabirds, and historic forts. Pack a meal, bring your favorite wine or beer, and sit back and relax as you slip through the tranquil waters of Casco Bay. All ages are welcome! Whether you are nine years old or 99, cruising aboard Ruth is a unique…
Join us for 1 1/2 hours as we cruise along the rugged coastline, complete with lighthouses, seals, seabirds, and historic forts. Pack a meal, bring your favorite wine or beer, and sit back and relax as you slip through the tranquil waters of Casco Bay. All ages are welcome! Whether you are nine years old or 99, cruising aboard Ruth is a unique adventure, a 39’ long classic, picnic style tour boat built in 1935 at Handy Boat in Falmouth, Maine.
Location
39 Portland Pier
Portland Pier
39 Portland Pier
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(56 Ratings)
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Hunter_t
Oct 29, 2025
Great - It was a great time, the captain and first mate were knowledgeable about the area and entertaining!!
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Suzanne_a
Oct 27, 2025
Book this! - Awesome experience! The captain and guide were super knowledgeable and hospitable! Make sure to dress warm as it gets very cold but a great little tour nonetheless!
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Katie_l
Oct 26, 2025
Great tour - Wow, what a great experience. Nico and the Captain were great. Nico was so informative and really seems to love her job. Highly recommend.
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Krissa_h
Oct 24, 2025
Lovely boat ride full of... - Lovely boat ride full of fun facts and history of the Portland waterway, wokring lighthouses and surrounding islands.
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Kelly_g
Oct 24, 2025
Lighthouse cruise a must! - Captain Greg and Nick our guide were fabulous!!!! It was a beautiful day and informative cruise!!!! Awesome tour!
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Lydia_c
Oct 24, 2025
Wonderful experience for... - Wonderful experience for my mother and I. The experience was beautiful and the guides were knowledgeable and personable. We highly recommend!
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Jerry_g
Oct 19, 2025
Smaller group - Smaller boat not a schooner but got in close to lighthouses and covered more area than the larger boats very informative
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Stephen_s
Oct 16, 2025
Don't miss this !! - Excellent! Greg and the captain were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Even the young lady at the entrance was wonderful!
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Samanthasj8148bq
Oct 16, 2025
Don’t miss out on this trip!!! - My fiance and I went with Captain Greg and Nick!! It was such a lovely experience. They were charismatic, incredibly knowledgable, and passionate. Highly recommend!!
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Tamstampley
Oct 26, 2025
Nice way to see lighthouses - This was our 1st time going to Portland MA. We decided it would be a great way to see Lighthouse from water and get photos that way. Wish the boat guide would have gotten closer so we could of had better shots due to the water being a little rough. If it wasn't for the big zooms we had on our cameras we wouldn't have gotten these shots. We did notice the next day the same boat tour was out and that guide went way closer then our guide and actually went to both sides of Portland Head Lighthouse. Wish we would have gone on that tour.
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