Lobstering & Coastal Cruises with Lucky Catch in Portland

Situated along the rocky shores of Portland, Maine, Lucky Catch Cruises offers a hands-on gateway into the region’s iconic lobstering culture and coastal maritime heritage. Portland’s working waterfront and nearby islands provide a dramatic backdrop where salt air, crashing waves, and rugged granite outcrops tell stories of centuries-old traditions. Lucky Catch Cruises specializes in engaging boat tours like the Portland Lobstering Excursion and Fort Gorges Excursion that allow visitors to actively participate in hauling traps, baiting pots, and learning about the lobstering industry directly from knowledgeable captains and crew.

The Portland Lobstering Excursion is more than a sightseeing trip—it’s an interactive dive into one of Maine’s defining industries. Guests help raise lobster traps from the depths, hold live lobsters, and discover how sustainable fishing practices shape local economies and ecosystems. Onboard, the crew’s enthusiasm for the craft is infectious, delivering insights about lobster biology, Maine’s maritime history, and the coastal environment. Between working traps and navigating around Fort Gorges, a historic Civil War island fortress, visitors get panoramic views of Casco Bay’s scattered islands and abundant wildlife.

As twilight approaches, the Sunset, Lighthouses and Seals cruise offers a chance to watch seals play along the shoreline while Maine’s iconic lighthouses cast their evening glow. Lucky Catch Cruises carefully balances education, adventure, and environmental stewardship, making it a compelling choice for families, seafood lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want to connect with Portland’s authentic coastal life.

Locally praised for their tight-knit crew, sturdy boats, and seamless experience, Lucky Catch is also conveniently accessible from the Portland cruise ship terminal, welcoming guests arriving from around the globe. Combining participation with interpretation, this company elevates what it means to experience Maine’s rugged coast—hands-on, informative, and deeply memorable.