Afternoon Lighthouse Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Portland
See the gorgeous skyline of Portland, Maine's largest city which was established in 1786. Observe Portland's working waterfront as fishing boats depart and return to the wharves that form the heart of Portland and are home to local businesses that have been passed down for generations.
Casco Bay Islands
Count the many islands of Casco Bay while gliding through its cool, clear waters. With a history that dates back to 1678, Casco Bay has so much to see.
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Afternoon Lighthouse Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
What‘s Included
Bring your own food and drink, including beer and wine
Environmentally friendly marine composting toilet
Gratuities
Group Narration - Our captain and crew are happy to answer questions about the harbor sights!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice way to spend part of...
Andrew G,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice way to spend part of our afternoon in Portland. The ride was relaxing, the views were beautiful, and the crew was professional and very friendly.
Fun times at Sea
Adam S,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome crew super friendly. Great experience traveling around looking at lighthouses. We brought our 15 month old and had zero issues!
Fun cruise to Lighthouses and Forts!
Kathy M,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a nice cruise that let's you see several lighthouses and forts. We also saw sea birds and a porpoise. Colter, our guide, was an entertaining and fun guy! Our boat captain did a great job navigating choppy waters. It was raining at first but the weather cleared-up and it was dry when we returned. We visited Luke's Lobsters at the end of the pier where we had gotten on the boat. The lobster roll was excellent!
Great Guide
Kay B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Colter was a great guide with a lot of information and very friendly. Enjoyed learning about the local history and seeing the lighthouses.
Had a great time despite...
Stacy L,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time despite the weather. The Captain and First Mate were awesome! Would recommend to other.
Bring snacks and beverages to make it fun!
Yanina N,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is simple and chill. Bring snacks and you will have a blast. It is great to see Portland lighthouse from the water - I only saw it from the ground before.
An amazing hour and a...
Anna T,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing hour and a half spent on water! Beautiful views of the harbor and its lighthouses. There's not too much talking, so you can enjoy your time while getting all the necessary information.
Great lighthouse harbor tour!
Theresa B,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! Fun and Informative! Bring your own wine or beer! Captain Greg and nick were amazing! Highly recommend!
Do it! (Weather permitting!)
Christopher P,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Weather didn’t allow much of a “cruise.” Crew did their best to make it worthwhile. The viator company and the cruise company were exceptionally helpful in accommodation our family w special needs. Much appreciated.
Pick another tour
MargieD07,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Captain was not informative about lighthouses nor could he be heard a majority of the tour. Captain claimed we saw 6 lighthouses, but only got close enough to 3 for photos. This was really just an overcrowded boat ride.
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