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Board a classic Maine lobster boat for a private two-hour cruise through Casco Bay, passing lighthouses, forts, and island coasts as the sun sets. Small groups enjoy a local beer or glass of wine while the captain navigates iconic Portland sights.
Board a classic Maine lobster boat for a private two-hour cruise through Casco Bay, passing lighthouses, forts, and island coasts as the sun sets. Small groups enjoy a local beer or glass of wine while the captain navigates iconic Portland sights.
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Operated by Casco Bay Custom Charters, LLC · Portland, Maine
The boat rocks with a slow, reliable pulse as the sun leans toward the horizon. Salt and diesel mix in the air; gulls wheel and call like a local chorus. You step on board a classic Maine lobster boat—paint flaking where years of wind and salt have kissed it—and the captain sets a steady course through the islands of Casco Bay. The conversation softens as roofs and breakwaters shrink and lighthouses begin to puncture the skyline.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; boarding requires stepping up onto a low ramp and moving across a working deck.
The private charter accommodates up to six guests at a flat rate for the vessel.
The first round of alcoholic drinks (local beer or a glass of wine) is included; non-alcoholic options and bottled water are provided.
Meet at the back of the parking lot between Gilbert’s Chowder House and Dry Dock in Portland’s Old Port; wait at the top of the boat ramp next to Boone’s Fish House & The Porthole deck.
Service animals are permitted; other pets should be discussed with the operator ahead of time.
Tours are canceled for unsafe weather; the operator offers a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure or if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Yes—infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, but parents should plan for wind, spray, and the boat’s movement.
Portland’s coastal defenses and shipyards shaped Casco Bay; Portland Head Light was commissioned in the 1790s and the region played roles in wartime shipbuilding through WWII.
Casco Bay faces pressure from development and boating; keep distance from wildlife, avoid single-use plastics, and follow crew guidance to limit wake near shorelines.
Casco Bay Custom Charters, LLC operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Casco Bay Custom Charters, LLC
Book directly with Casco Bay Custom Charters, LLC for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
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