Spend two hours aboard a 1925 Alden schooner on Casco Bay, helping raise the sails or relaxing as lighthouses and islands slide past. This private charter from Portland offers hands-on sailing, close coastal views, and flexible food-and-drink options.
Spend two hours aboard a 1925 Alden schooner on Casco Bay, helping raise the sails or relaxing as lighthouses and islands slide past. This private charter from Portland offers hands-on sailing, close coastal views, and flexible food-and-drink options.
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Operated by Wow A Tour · Portland, Maine
The schooner heels a little as the harbor loosens its hold and Casco Bay opens like a slate of moving coastline. Salt air pushes at your jacket, tucking gulls into your wake; islands cluster ahead, their rocky shoulders smoothed by ancient ice and tide.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most adults; minimal mobility required to board and move on deck
Charters are arranged for your private group—typically up to six people, though confirm capacity with the operator when booking.
Yes; beer, wine and other alcoholic beverages are permitted and guests often bring snacks or small meals.
Yes; life jackets are provided and the cruise is suitable for a wide range of fitness levels, but boarding may require a short step from dock to vessel.
Trips may be cancelled for safety in poor weather—check cancellation policies and expect refunds if the operator cancels within the stated timeframe.
Casco Bay has long been a maritime corridor—lighthouses, fortified islands and 19th-century shipyards mark its role in New England’s seafaring economy.
Respect seabird nesting areas and avoid throwing food; packing out trash and minimizing single-use plastics helps protect the bay’s waters and wildlife.
Wow A Tour operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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