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A two-hour small-boat cruise on the classic Avelinda that threads Casco Bay’s islands at sunset. Expect close lighthouse views, potential seal and seabird sightings, and local stories from seasoned captains—ideal for families and couples seeking an intimate coastal outing.
A two-hour small-boat cruise on the classic Avelinda that threads Casco Bay’s islands at sunset. Expect close lighthouse views, potential seal and seabird sightings, and local stories from seasoned captains—ideal for families and couples seeking an intimate coastal outing.
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Operated by Broad Reach Adventures · Portland, Maine
The Avelinda eases away from the dock as the sun begins its slow exit, painting Casco Bay in copper and rose. You feel the salt tug at your jacket and the rhythm of the outboard beneath—a small, purposeful vessel moving through a scatter of islands. Gulls wheel like sentries; seals pop inquisitive heads near rocky ledges. With just six guests aboard, the soundscape is mostly water, wind and the captain’s low-voiced stories.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal mobility required for short boarding steps
The cruise runs two hours, a fixed-duration public trip that departs at the scheduled sunset time.
Yes—life jackets are on board for all ages; infants must sit on an adult’s lap per operator policy.
Guests may bring their own food and drinks; the boat has a refrigerator and bottled water is provided.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
Portland Head Light has marked the harbor entrance since 1791 and Casco Bay’s islands have long supported fishing, shipbuilding and coastal defenses that shaped Portland’s maritime identity.
Avoid feeding wildlife and keep noise low to reduce disturbance; boat wakes and close approaches can stress nearshore animals, so maintain respectful distances.
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