Casco Bay Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour
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Portland, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
Overview
Paddle among the magnificent islands of Casco Bay during this 4-hour guided sea kayaking tour in Portland. Island-hop by boat through the scenic landscape of this coastal area, admiring 19th-century forts and lighthouses along the way. As you travel you’ll scout for marine life like seals and seabirds and take a break on a local beach for snacks and exploring.
- Explore scenic Casco Bay by sea kayak during a half-day paddling adventure
- Enjoy a safe, fun, adventure as you discover the beautiful islands near Portland
- Spot marine life like seals and seabirds
- Paddle past sights like lighthouses, historic schooners and a 19th-century fort
- Take a break on a secluded island beach for a snack and exploring time
- Great way to have an outdoor adventure in Portland
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Use of sea kayak(s) and paddling gear (paddle, PFD, sprayskirt)
- Drybag for keeping your belongings dry
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1 Cutter St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:30 am
What To Expect
Enjoy an aquatic adventure amidst the rugged islands of Portland’s Casco Bay during this 4-hour guided sea kayaking trip. This safe, fun, sea kayaking excursion is best way to get out of the city to discover this scenic coastal area from a new perspective.
Start your trip from Portland’s East End Beach, where you’ll meet your guide and get fitted with a high-quality, well-maintained kayak, plus a paddle and lifejacket. You’ll use a two-person kayak for your trip, as they tend to be more stable for novice paddlers, though solo kayaks are available upon request. Before heading out, your guide will provide an overview of your route and give a short safety lesson to ensure a fun time on the water.
Once the group is ready, launch from the beach and head out into Casco Bay. You’ll have some time to get comfortable with your boat along the shore before heading out into the open water on your first open water crossing. Your exact route on the day of the trip will depend on the day’s weather conditions and the experience level of participants, though there are countless options to suit nearly every traveler.
As you continue your paddle, smell the fresh salty air and keep your eyes peeled for marine life like seabirds and seals. Over the course of your trip you’ll pass by scenic lighthouses, beautiful wooden schooner ships, secluded beaches and a 19th-century fort. When it’s time to take a break, pull up at a favorite local island beach for snacks and some exploration time. You’re free to take a short hike, check out the tide pools, or even cool off with a quick swim. Finish your day back at your original starting point.
Start your trip from Portland’s East End Beach, where you’ll meet your guide and get fitted with a high-quality, well-maintained kayak, plus a paddle and lifejacket. You’ll use a two-person kayak for your trip, as they tend to be more stable for novice paddlers, though solo kayaks are available upon request. Before heading out, your guide will provide an overview of your route and give a short safety lesson to ensure a fun time on the water.
Once the group is ready, launch from the beach and head out into Casco Bay. You’ll have some time to get comfortable with your boat along the shore before heading out into the open water on your first open water crossing. Your exact route on the day of the trip will depend on the day’s weather conditions and the experience level of participants, though there are countless options to suit nearly every traveler.
As you continue your paddle, smell the fresh salty air and keep your eyes peeled for marine life like seabirds and seals. Over the course of your trip you’ll pass by scenic lighthouses, beautiful wooden schooner ships, secluded beaches and a 19th-century fort. When it’s time to take a break, pull up at a favorite local island beach for snacks and some exploration time. You’re free to take a short hike, check out the tide pools, or even cool off with a quick swim. Finish your day back at your original starting point.
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Casco Bay
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East End Beach
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Portland Paddle
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 8 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children ages 12-15 must paddle in a tandem kayak with an adult.
- Children must be accompanied by an Adult
- Minimum age is 12 years old
- Most participants are given tandem (two-person) kayaks because they are more stable, spacious and easier to use. Please let us know if you prefer a solo kayak.
- Please dress appropriately. Bring shoes that can get wet and a windbreaker or other warm layer.
- Subject to weather conditions. If your tour is canceled due to strong winds or rain, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Please arrive 10 minutes early to check-in. Allow time for parking.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 58 reviews
Erica_M, Jul 2025
The guides were friendly and engaging, brought us a snack for our midway stop, and attentive to our needs and pace.
Mary_L, Aug 2024
Suzanne was an amazing guide! We paddled to an island and saw seals along the way. Would highly recommend!
Chloe_B, Jun 2024
We had an absolutely amazing experience. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel safe and comfortable as first time kayakers. The sites were gorgeous and we went at a good pace. I loved it and would highly recommend!
Patricia_M, Sep 2023
A fantastic half day , such a safe, professional group of people !
We had an amazing time ! This tour group make sure you know what to expect and how to stay safe !
Steven_O, Jul 2023
We met our guide, Peter, who carefully selected our life jackets to fit our build and then met our 8 member group. Next we went to our 2 man kayak and had the equipment adjusted. We were given a tutorial on how to use a kayak, and off we went. Peter has a two way radio to keep abreast of conditions and for safety. We then went out into Casco Bay to visit Mackworth Island. We then beached our kayaks and had a picnic with the group. On the way back we observed Seal Island from a distance to see seals and cormorants. As the currents changed on our way back he had us slightly change course to make it easier to paddle back. Throughout the trip, Peter, gave us fun facts of the Bay. It was a great workout and adventure. Would do it again.
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