Excursions range from captained private sailboat rentals and sunset party boats to scheduled wildlife cruises and eco-tours. Choosing the right operator depends on whether you want a catered, hands-off experience or a BYOB group outing, as well as age restrictions for children. A map location shows where the vessel docks, but it will not tell you if fuel, captain fees, and safety gear are included in the listed rate.
Portland 16
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Portland Private Harbor Tours
70 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Maine Duck Tours
180 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Fogg's Water Taxi and Charters
72 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Portland Schooner Co.
56 Commercial Street, Maine State Pier, Portland, ME 04101
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On The Rocks Cocktail Cruises
72 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101-4749
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Lucky Catch Cruises
170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Old Port Charters
72 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Odyssey Whale Watch
170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101-4615
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Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours
170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Sail Portland Maine
1 Marina Way, Portland, ME 04101-5159
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Maine BayCycle
70 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101-4795
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Rocky Bottom Fisheries
60 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101-4713
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Bird's Eye Maine
1 Marina Way, Portland, ME 04101-5159
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Nautilus Sailing Company
1 Marina Way, Portland, ME 04101
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Conroy Charters, LLC
72 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
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Casco Bay Custom Charters
320 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101
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Midcoast Sailing Company
125 Atlantic Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538-2221
Mon–Sun 7:00am–5:00pm
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Balmy Days Cruises
42 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
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Cap'n Fish's Cruises
42 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
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Schooner Lazy Jack Cruises
Marina, 15 Wharf St /Pier 1, 15 Wharf St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
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RippleSmith Sailing
120 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
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Cap'n Fish's Boat Trips
1 Wharf St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538-1872
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BHYC Sailing School
156 Western Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04575
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Boothbay Sailing
20 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
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Schooner Isaac H. Evans
120 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538-1823
Camden 9
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Windjammer Angelique
12 Atlantic Ave, Camden, ME 04843
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Schooner Surprise
1 Bay View St, Camden, ME 04843
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Schooner Lazy Jack
15 Public Lndg, Camden, ME 04843-1748
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Camden Harbor Cruises
15 Public Lndg, Camden, ME 04843
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Camden Sailing Charters
34 Pleasant Ridge Dr, Camden, ME 04843
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Schooner Olad and Cutter Owl
1 Bay Vw Lndg, Camden, ME 04843
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Schooner Appledore II
18 Bay View St, Camden, ME 04843
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Sail Camden
1 Public Lndg, Camden, ME 04843-1748
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Windjammer Schooner Lewis R. French
11 Atlantic Ave, Camden, ME 04843
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Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
1 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Diver Ed's Dive-In Theatre
George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History, 105 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Acadian Boat Tours
119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Lulu Lobster Boat Ride
55 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Acadia Ocean Adventures
181 Sand Point Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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MDI Classic Charters
577 Norway Dr, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Sea Venture Boat Tours
119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Rockland 6
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Bufflehead Sailing Charters
Captain Spear Dr, Rockland, ME 04841
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Schooner American Eagle
11 Front St, Rockland, ME 04841
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Schooner Ladona
40 Tillson Ave, Rockland, ME 04841
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A Morning in Maine
3 Park Dr, Rockland, ME 04841
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Windjammer Wharf
Captain Spear Dr, Rockland, ME 04841
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Maine Boat Company
275 Main St, Rockland, ME 04841-3302
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New England EcoAdventures
8 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
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First Chance Whale Watch
4 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
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Kylie’s Chance Scenic Lobster Tour
4 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043-7751
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Cast Away Fishing Charters
4 Western Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043-7751
Ogunquit 4
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Goose Sailing Cruises
82 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
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Silverlining Sailing Cruises
80 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
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Finestkind Inc
70 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
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Sail The Gift
76 Perkins Cove Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
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Sail Acadia
11 Apple Ln, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
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Ambergris Voyages
172 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679-4414
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Acadia Charter Company
11 Apple Ln, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
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Acadia Yacht Charters
90 Clark Point Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
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Moosehead Marine Museum
12 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
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Katahdin Cruises And...
12 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
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Allagash Canoe Trips - New website!
166 Scammon Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
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Schooner Eleanor
43 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046-6146
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Rugosa Lobster Tours
95 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046-6308
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Pineapple Ketch & Sea Sauna
95 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046-6308
Rockport 3
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Moon Dog Excursions
111 Pascal Ave, Rockport, ME 04856
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Blue Yonder Sail Charters
111 Pascal Ave, Rockport, ME 04856
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Schooner Yacht Heron
111 Pascal Ave, Rockport, ME 04856
Belfast 2
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DoryWoman Rowing
101 Front St, Belfast, ME 04915
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The Back and Forth
Harbor Dock, Belfast, ME 04915
Freeport 2
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Seacoast Tours of Freeport LLC
36 Main St, Freeport, ME 04078
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Wild Goose Sailing Adventures
148 S Freeport Rd #6114, Freeport, ME 04032
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Boomerang Yacht Charters
14 Ocean St, South Portland, ME 04106
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Bay To Buoy Charters
231 Front St, South Portland, ME 04106-1565
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Buggin ME Boat Tours
Dock Rd, Stockton Springs, ME 04981
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Stockton Springs Harbor Cruises
12 Cape Docks Rd, Stockton Springs, ME 04981-4396
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Casco Bay Sights N Lights
1945 Harpswell Islands Rd, Bailey Island, ME 04003-2573
Bass Harbor 1
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Island Cruises
12 Little Island Way, Bass Harbor, ME 04653
Bath 1
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River Run Tours
RRT leaves from, 23 Commercial St, Bath, ME 04530
Casco 1
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Cruisin’ Tikis Sebago Lake
9 Morningside Ln, Casco, ME 04015-4255
Castine 1
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Castine Cruises
15 Sea St, Castine, ME 04421-3014
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Chebeague Transportation Company
123 Roy Hill Rd, Chebeague Island, ME 04017
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Green Water Charters Llc
515 Basin Point Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079-3450
Kittery 1
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Seafari Charters & Marine Services
7 Island Ave, Kittery, ME 03904
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Seacoast Maritime Charters
88 Pepperrell Rd, Kittery Point, ME 03905-5119
Lubec 1
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Downeast Charter Boat Tours
31 Johnson St, Lubec, ME 04652
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Mount Desert Custom Charters
20 Abels Ln, Mt Desert, ME 04660
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Hardy Boat Cruises
129 State Route 32, New Harbor, ME 04554-4714
Saco 1
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Captain Joe's Cruises
28 Glenhaven Cir E, Saco, ME 04072
Steuben 1
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Acadia Puffin Cruise
147 Back Shore Rd, Steuben, ME 04680
Also in Maine
- Marinas and Harbors151
- Fishing Charters & Clubs125
- Kayak & Canoe Rentals63
- Tackle and Bait Shops59
- Boat Rentals55
- Boat Storage30
- Ferries & Water Taxis29
- Boat Ramps18
- Surf Shops & Schools17
- Marinas with Transient Slips14
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches6
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches5
- Scuba Diving Centers5
Good to know
What is the difference between a boat tour and a boat charter?
A boat tour sells individual tickets on a scheduled route with a set itinerary and shared passengers. A charter reserves the entire vessel for your private group, often allowing custom routes, flexible departure times, and personalized food or drink options.
Are food and drinks usually provided on board?
Larger sightseeing tours often feature a cash bar or light snacks, while private charters frequently operate on a BYOB basis with ice and coolers provided. Always check local regulations and company rules regarding glass containers and alcohol before boarding.
How much do boat tours and charters typically cost?
Shared passenger tours typically cost between $30 and $90 per person depending on the duration and destination. Private charters generally start around $300 to $600 for a few hours on a smaller craft, while larger yachts or specialized sail charters can run $1,000 or more.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Maine, check the 90 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Maine, MarinaAtlas indexes 90 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.