Boothbay Harbor: Spectacular Kennebec River Cruise

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
23 reviews
Activity provider:
Cap'n Fish Cruises
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Boothbay Harbor: Spectacular Kennebec River Cruise
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
23 reviews

Experience open Sea and close to Shore Cruising with 44 miles of scenic territory to see history, local wildlife, lighthouses, and much more.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Highlights

  • Catch a glimpse of wild animals
  • Experience close-to-shore and open sea sailing
  • See up to 7 lighthouses and learn about the local history

Full description

Discover a variety of nature as well as historical and modern man-made structures on a Boothbay Harbor Cruise. From raptors to ducks, or great blue herons to black guillemots, the list of bird sightings is long.

Pass through Upper and Lower Hell Gates, with close to shore and open sea cruising. See up to 7 lighthouses, and historic Fort Popham – dating back to the colonial days. Let your Captain bring you up to date on the latest modern-day shipbuilding projects at Bath Iron Works.

You might see terns at their nesting site on Pond Island in the spring and loons in the fall. Look up at the colorful changing leaves in September to see other migrating birds, and don’t forget to look down for seals and porpoises.

Includes

  • Boothbay Harbor Cruise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

Meeting point

Meet at Cap'n Fish's Cruises, on Commercial St. There is Boothbay Harbor Parking. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Cooler

Know before you go

  • Manual non-motorized wheelchairs of up to 26″ maximum width can be accommodated
  • All cruises are subject to attaining minimum passenger count and weather
  • The local partner reserves the right to search passengers and carry-ons for restricted items
  • Food and drinks will not be provided
  • Tips are not included in the ticket price

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 23 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    3.9/5
  • Value for money
    3.8/5
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Karen – United StatesSeptember 27, 2024 – Verified booking
Very informative guide and captain. I felt it was just a bit too long of a cruise. It did get very cold, rough and rainy so that’s probably why. Otherwise, a good size boat with enough seating for all.
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Cindy – United StatesSeptember 19, 2024 – Verified booking
The captain was very knowledgeable and did a great job. However, the tour was advertised as a two hour tour. It ended up being three hours. Had I known it was three hours, I would have made other arrangements. It was too long! The last hour, the wind picked up and the fog rolled in and we were freezing. Because of the fog we couldn’t see much the last hour. I was hoping to see 6-7 lighthouses. We only saw 3. My biggest complaint is that it was advertised for 2 hours and ended up being 3 hours.
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesSeptember 9, 2024 – Verified booking

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Activity provider:
Cap'n Fish Cruises

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