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Casco Bay Cruise: Scenic Tour with Seals and Lighthouses
4.4
66 Ratings
Portland
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast on a classic boat. See lighthouses, seals, and historic forts. Bring your favorite drink and relax on Casco Bay.
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast on a classic boat. See lighthouses, seals, and historic forts. Bring your favorite drink and relax on Casco Bay.
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 boats 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 boats 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 a wealth of sights.
- 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 guides 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 standing firm 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
4.4
(66 Ratings)
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Yanina_n
Mar 26, 2026
Bring snacks and beverages to make it fun! - It is simple and chill. Bring snacks and you will have a blast. It is great to see Portland lighthouse from the water - I only saw it from the ground before.
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Anna_t
Dec 10, 2025
An amazing hour and a... - An amazing hour and a half spent on water! Beautiful views of the harbor and its lighthouses. There's not too much talking, so you can enjoy your time while getting all the necessary information.
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Theresa_b
Oct 24, 2025
Great lighthouse harbor tour! - Great experience! Fun and Informative! Bring your own wine or beer! Captain Greg and nick were amazing! Highly recommend!
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Christopher_p
Oct 15, 2025
Do it! (Weather permitting!) - Weather didn’t allow much of a “cruise.” Crew did their best to make it worthwhile. The viator company and the cruise company were exceptionally helpful in accommodation our family w special needs. Much appreciated.
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Mbaker68
Oct 11, 2025
Great day on the water - We had a great time. Our guides were very informative and a lot of fun. Our captain knew how to give us the smoothest ride possible and people that thought they would get sick had no problem at all. Everyone was enjoying themselves and all our questions were answered. The guides really knew their stuff.
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Marianne_l
Sep 29, 2025
Last minute decision... - Last minute decision after docking in Portland on our cruise. The boat was within walking distance to our ship. Weather was perfect and we so enjoyed the ride and the history of the lighthouses and sights along the way.
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Gopal_r
Sep 29, 2025
Time on the water was... - Time on the water was excellent. View of lighthouses and coast was beautiful. Family and children friendly.
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Alecia_a
Sep 29, 2025
Excellent tour - We chose this tour over a sailing tour due to the unknown of wind conditions for sailing. Loved hearing the history of the boat as well as history of lighthouses, Portland and surrounding islands. The captain & his assistant were engaging and informative.
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Rogeraq4371ql
Sep 25, 2025
Perfect experience! Best of trip. - This was an experience you should definitely try! We had a lot of fun and got informative history while seeing lots of interesting sites from the water. The captain and mate were great and we would have loved to spent more time with them.
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Margied07
Oct 11, 2025
Pick another tour - Captain was not informative about lighthouses nor could he be heard a majority of the tour. Captain claimed we saw 6 lighthouses, but only got close enough to 3 for photos. This was really just an overcrowded boat ride.
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