Private Island Fort Tour Casco Bay

Explore historic Fort Scammel on a private island tour in Casco Bay. Cruise past iconic lighthouses and uncover Portland Harbor’s hidden gems.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fort Scammel - At SeaPortland, we are happy to offer a truly unparalleled experience with our Private Island and Fort Tour. With access to Fort Scammel on House Island, a historic site that is privately owned and was inaccessible to the public for decades, this is a tour you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! You’ll have the chance to explore…
What's Included
  • Option to purchase additional drinks aboard (credit card only)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Restroom Available At Departure Location / NOT Onboard the Boat
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • NO Restroom Onboard the Boat
Additional Information

Board the Elizabeth Grace for this exclusive one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you are a local or visiting from away, the stone fortresses built in the early 19th century in Portland Harbor are always captivating. They are imposing reminders of days not too far gone when the defense of our coastline required their presence.
Despite their prominence, the…

Location
Portland Beer Hub
Fore Street
BOAT DEPARTS DOCK RIGHT AT TOUR TIME! Arrive 15 MINUTES before the start time of your tour. Meet inside of the retail store, Portland Beer Hub (320 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101), in downtown Portland's Old Port. Portland Beer Hub staff will lead you to the dock and to your vessel!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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T8584nyalexisw
Jul 31, 2026
One of a kind experience! - We booked this last minute due to other plans falling through and it ended up being our favorite thing we did on our trip! What an incredible experience and we highly recommend booking!
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X6401qxjoet
Jul 28, 2026
Great experience. - Outstanding trip. Enjoyed the scenery. Education was awesome. Stephen was amazing tour guide. Highly recommend.
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Molly_b
Jul 19, 2026
Fascinating tour!! - Great boat trip! Guide was extremely knowledgeable & kept us engaged the entire trip! The history was amazing as was the incredible views! Had opportunity to ask questions. If you are ok with the dark ( limited amount) & really cool tunnels I highly recommend this tour!!
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Odyssey533847
Jul 19, 2026
Fantastic - Danny and Pete were Fantastic! They were very knowledgeable!! We all enjoyed the tour very much! The only thing that was confusing was where to meet.
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Kathrynwh3067dx
Jul 13, 2026
Fun and worthwhile! - Fun and excellent hidden treasure! As a local it takes a lot of be impressed by tourist things but this excursion makes it to the list of fun and worthwhile activities to recommend when families and friends come to visit! Captain Pete really knows the story and human interest of the island and fort with all the fun facts and not just rote history.
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Nancycy4615ue
Jul 12, 2026
Beautiful day. - This was so fun. Guide was knowledgeable and informative with a relaxed fun humor. Definitely would book another outing with them. Highly recommend this excursion.
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Loridy5076xg
Jul 12, 2026
Awesome Historical Tour! - We enjoyed exploring the island & fort. Our tour guide Pete has a wealth of historical knowledge that was fascinating. Although the boat ride isn’t long, this experience is awesome if you love history like we do!
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Christine_s
Jun 16, 2026
A piece of history that should not be missed! - Portland is an old city but the bay and her islands are rich with history. A beautiful day with excellent tour guides. Olivia and Zack got us the island . Stefan took use back in time. His storytelling and detailed history brought the fort to life.
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Embody_b
Jun 7, 2026
Great way to spend the afternoon informative and fun - Great day! The boat ride gave us a beautiful view of Portland and our guide shared interesting facts on our way to the fort. The island itself is beautiful and we learned alot. many photo ops and some time to explore. History, natural beauty and easy to moderate walk for everyone. Bring a jacket and water!
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Darleine_e
Jul 22, 2026
It was fun, informative.... - It was fun, informative. Dress accordingly and bring sunblock/sunscreen. There is also glamping options too! Check it out!
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From $109
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).