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Casco Bay Cruise: Scenic Lighthouse Tour
4.8
243 Ratings
Portland
A fully narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, seals, and seabirds. As many as four lighthouses can be seen including a close up view of Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest and most photographed lighthouse.
A fully narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, seals, and seabirds. As many as four lighthouses can be seen including a close up view of Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest and most photographed lighthouse.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
- Portland Breakwater Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed 1855, designed by Thomas Walter, designer of the US Capitol dome and East and West Wings. A smaller lighthouse also known as Bug Light, it features…
- Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed in 1897 that marks the west side of the Portland shipping channel.
- Portland Breakwater Lighthouse - Historic lighthouse constructed 1855, designed by Thomas Walter, designer of the US Capitol dome and East and West Wings. A smaller lighthouse also known as Bug Light, it features six Corinthian columns around it’s base.
- Portland Head Light - Maine’s oldest lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington. One of the most photographed lighthouses in the county.
- Fort Gorges - Civil War era fort in Casco Bay located on Hog Island Ledge. Modeled after Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina. Used as a storage facility in WWI & WWII.
- Ram Island Ledge Light - Historic lighthouse on Casco Bay constructed in 1905, a twin of Graves Light off off Boston. Located on a quarter mile of ledge that marks the northern entrance into Portland Harbor.
What's Included
- Bar & snack bar available
- On-board restrooms
- Bar & snack bar available
- On-board restrooms
Additional Information
- Rubber soled shoes recommended, high heels not recommended
- Rubber soled shoes recommended, high heels not recommended
Location
170 Commercial St
Commercial Street
The middle window at the blue and white kiosk building, marked Long Wharf on top.
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
(243 Ratings)
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Yolanda_e
Sep 18, 2025
Don’t miss this amazing experience! - Wonderful tour of the gorgeous coastland and lighthouses of Portland Bay! It was amazing and so happy we did it!
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Pioneer19933248101
Sep 15, 2025
Excellent tour. Well worth the price. - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and the staff was friendly and fun. Great experience and well worth the price. Perfect, clear weather but it was a bit chilly in the breeze.
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L8278aypeterg
Sep 13, 2025
A lovely and informative day on the water - It was a beautiful day for cruise, calm seas and fair winds. We found the trip enjoyable and informative. The guide was great. he was very knowledgable and had many interesting stories . We learned a lot.
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Dianesp5513cg
Sep 8, 2025
A wonderful day! - What a wonderful and enlightening experience! the day was beautiful, the sea and bay were calm, we saw seals, cormorants, gulls (of course!) and beautiful light houses. the tour guide, Steve, was very knowledgeable about the history of the lighthouses and lobstermen (and women). Thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend.
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Cathy_b
Sep 5, 2025
Sunfish excursion - This was very informative. The narrator was knowledgeable and answered questions. Loved the descriptive on the Sunfish we saw. Great way to celebrate our 42 years together.
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Amanda_g
Sep 1, 2025
Sit on the right side of... - Sit on the right side of the boat, the left side doesn’t get as many good views or is far away from the views. Nice breezes & good history.
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Jessica_l
Aug 31, 2025
Nice time on the water - My mother and I enjoyed it thoroughly. A beautiful and educational experience. We went on the 12:30pm cruise and had lunch at DiMillo’s afterwards.
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Navigator192830
Aug 22, 2025
Fun, informative and breath taking sights. - Was a beautiful trip on the water. Crew was attentive and knowledgeable. Wear a light jacket as it was a bit chilly at times!
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Joyce_t
Sep 18, 2025
Communication - We have not been on it yet. I have had trouble with reservations. I am not sure which trip this is reference to.
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Jessica_m
Aug 24, 2025
Viator will not respond poor customer service - Victor needs to refund my money! My tour was canceled due to the hurricane and the operator stated that they would refund the money on their end as soon as Viator refunded the $
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