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Experience up-close views of Maine’s famous Nubble and Boon Island Lighthouses on a private 2-hour boat tour. Spot wildlife, take stunning photos, and enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery.
Experience up-close views of Maine’s famous Nubble and Boon Island Lighthouses on a private 2-hour boat tour. Spot wildlife, take stunning photos, and enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery.
Book with New England Eco Adventures
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Operated by New England Eco Adventures · Kennebunk, Maine
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated with occasional vertical movement on the boat.
Yes, children of all ages are welcome, but children under a certain age may require a life jacket provided by the company.
While the boat has limited accessibility, please contact New England Eco Adventures directly to discuss specific needs.
Common sightings include seals, seabirds like puffins and cormorants, and occasional whales during migration seasons.
We recommend layered clothing, sunscreen, binoculars, a camera, and a hat to ensure a comfortable experience.
If weather conditions are unsafe, your tour will be rescheduled or a full refund will be provided.
The tour departs from a marina in Kennebunk, Maine; exact details are provided at booking.
Nubble Lighthouse, also known as Cape Neddick Light, was first illuminated in 1879 and remains an active navigational aid, while Boon Island Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in New England, guiding mariners since 1791.
New England Eco Adventures prioritizes sustainable tourism by minimizing boat emissions and following wildlife viewing guidelines to protect the local ecosystem.
New England Eco Adventures is a Portland, Maine–based outdoor tour operator specializing in small-group marine experiences and paddle sports along southern Maine. The company offers guided and self-guided options including one-, two-, three-, and four-hour kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals in Kennebunkport, sunset boat tours in Casco Bay, whale watching excursions from Portland, and specialty trips such as a tour to Goat Island Light, a Boon Island Light sunset seal watch, and a visit to the Mere Point oyster farm. Trips are presented with clear trip lengths and guest limits; several boat experiences run on a 14-passenger rigid inflatable boat (RIB), while kayak and SUP rentals suit families and small groups. The Adventure Whale Watch and Adventure Whale Watch – Portland trips run approximately three to four hours and report high whale-sighting frequency. The Goat Island Light tour provides two-hour access to island views and seal sightings, and the Boon Island Light sunset seal watch is offered as a 1.5-hour narrated outing. New England Eco Adventures highlights local knowledge, safety briefings, and educational narration from captains and naturalists. Equipment for rentals and tours is maintained for reliability, and oyster farm trips include a shucking demonstration and six oyster samples for guests. With departures from Portland Harbor and operations along Casco Bay, Kennebunk River, and the Gulf of Maine, New England Eco Adventures focuses on responsible, informative, and family-friendly coastal adventures. Booking information, schedules, equipment details, safety policies, and group options are listed on the company's website and confirmed at reservation time.
Book with New England Eco Adventures