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Casco Bay Cruise: Scenic Tour with Seals and Lighthouses
4.8
76 Ratings
Portland
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast, spot seals and seabirds, and explore historic forts aboard a classic 1935 tour boat. Perfect for all ages!
Cruise Portland’s rugged coast, spot seals and seabirds, and explore historic forts aboard a classic 1935 tour boat. Perfect for all ages!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Portland - Admire the stunning skyline of Portland, the largest city in Maine, founded in 1786. Witness the bustling waterfront as fishing vessels come and go from the wharves, which are the heart of Portland and host to family-run businesses passed down through generations.
- Casco Bay Islands - Count the numerous islands of Casco Bay while…
- Portland - Admire the stunning skyline of Portland, the largest city in Maine, founded in 1786. Witness the bustling waterfront as fishing vessels come and go from the wharves, which are the heart of Portland and host to family-run businesses passed down through generations.
- Casco Bay Islands - Count the numerous islands of Casco Bay while sailing through its refreshing, clear waters. With a history dating back to 1678, Casco Bay offers much to explore.
- Bug Light Park - Marvel at the historic 1875 lighthouse in Bug Light Park, located in Portland’s inner harbor. Its intricate design and beautiful exterior make it a must-see!
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Sail past Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, which aids in guiding commercial marine traffic through Portland’s bustling shipping channel.
- Portland Head Light - Enjoy the breathtaking view of Maine’s oldest lighthouse perched on the rocky shore. Portland Head Light, commissioned by George Washington, was constructed in 1791.
- Ram Island Ledge Light - Catch a glimpse of the modest beauty of Ram Island Ledge Light Station. Built in 1905, it rises from the water with its stone exterior fortified against the sea.
- Peaks Island - Observe the activity at the landing on Peaks Island, including the ferry that serves the island’s residents and visitors almost every hour. As the most populous island in Casco Bay, Peaks Island is home to about 800 year-round residents and is only accessible by boat.
- Fort Gorges - Take note of the massive granite blocks that form the iconic military fort, Fort Gorges, constructed between 1858 and 1864. These impressive stone blocks, now intertwined with nature, are a beautiful sight to behold.
What's Included
- Bring your own food and drink, including beer and wine
- Environmentally friendly marine composting toilet
- Bring your own food and drink, including beer and wine
- Environmentally friendly marine composting toilet
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Group Narration - Our captain and crew are happy to answer questions about the harbor sights!
- Gratuities
- Group Narration - Our captain and crew are happy to answer questions about the harbor sights!
Additional Information
Join us for 1 1/2 hours as we cruise along the rugged coastline, complete with lighthouses, seals, seabirds, and historic forts. Pack a meal, bring your favorite wine or beer, and sit back and relax as you slip through the tranquil waters of Casco Bay. All ages are welcome! Whether you are nine years old or 99, cruising aboard Ruth is a unique…
Join us for 1 1/2 hours as we cruise along the rugged coastline, complete with lighthouses, seals, seabirds, and historic forts. Pack a meal, bring your favorite wine or beer, and sit back and relax as you slip through the tranquil waters of Casco Bay. All ages are welcome! Whether you are nine years old or 99, cruising aboard Ruth is a unique adventure, a 39’ long classic, picnic style tour boat built in 1935 at Handy Boat in Falmouth, Maine.
Location
39 Portland Pier
Portland Pier
39 Portland Pier
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(76 Ratings)
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Ericpz7216lk
Jul 28, 2026
Nice little excursion - It is a nice boat ride and the crew hand would tell you some of the history of all the different spots.
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Robert_s
Jul 26, 2026
Worth our time and money - This tour is good! I can't make a comparison, but the captain and her tour guide made our sight seeing trip very enjoyable. The great weather helped, too! I recommend you book your boat tour of the lighthouses with these fine folks.
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Amanda_d
Jul 24, 2026
Excellent - Colton was very knowledgeable, Megan was very nice. This was an amazing experience. 👏 I highly recommend it to otherd
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Charles_r
Jul 20, 2026
Great last minute excursion - The crew were great including the puppy!! The weather was awesome, coming from the south we really enjoyed it.
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Don_b
Jul 13, 2026
The Captain and Crew... - The Captain and Crew (Dillon) were excellent. The cruise was relaxing and Dillion answered all our questions. Wouls highly recommend thia cruise.
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Holly_p
Jun 17, 2026
Lighthouse boat tour - We went with only 3 passengers and 2 crew, it was a great experience. We fleet like we have our own personal tour. We really liked the smaller boat.
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Tom_s
Jun 5, 2026
Better than a guided tour - This was a better experience than a "guided" tour. Rather than recite from a prepared script, the crew member answered all our questions fully and expertly and had many comments of his own.
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Harry_r
May 24, 2026
See the sea for the day and ask knot of distance. - My wife and I decided upon the early morning option as we wanted to start the day off on a high note, a d to lock in a memory fornour 9th anniversary and the sightseeing and trip was perfect a perfect start.
The Captain and his mate were extremely cool and knowledgeable and treated us as people, not just a patron. My wife and I loved it and would definitely recommend this to others. Just a note, if you are unsure, dress warm.
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Joseph
May 22, 2026
Very enjoyable journey - Very friendly crew. Very informative, topography, and the environment with some history.
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Hunter_t
Oct 29, 2025
Great - It was a great time, the captain and first mate were knowledgeable about the area and entertaining!!
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