My tour guide was Dugan and he was funny, knowledgeable and a delight to spend an hour with. He has…read morea Maine humor routine that is really special, and did some extra things that I don't believe other tour guides would offer. You can tell he really loves what he does! I found the tour operators and Captain to be friendly, professional and have a focus on safety. I heard them say that the captain has a US coast guard Masters license. Maine Duck Tours is a great way to not only see some of the key highlights of Portland, but also spend time in Casco Bay. It is the only tour company in the city that offers this variety. It's perfect for people of all ages, but particularly for groups that are intergenerational or for families. And, if you are really into history, you will love Dugan. He knows his stuff! I recommend it!

Cruise company cancelled cruise and did not provide refund. Called multiple times with no response.read more

We had such a great time on the lobstering excursion! It was early season but our crew managed to…read moresnag two lobsters. Even with the limited catch the crew were super friendly and provided some good information about lobsters, the industry, and the harbor! They made sure that everyone was able to get involved and had plenty of photo opportunities! We bought two lobsters off the boat and took it to Portland lobster co next door afterwards! I'd recommend this trip! Make sure you bring cash to purchase the lobsters from your trip. They were $12.50 each for ours!

Great experience, wonderful service, and incredible opportunity to catch live lobsterread more

Mail run trip. Six islands: Little diamond, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff, Chebeague. The Casco Bay…read moreLines are the premier ferry line for folks getting back and forth to the many islands in and around Portland Maine. Primarily this trip is a working freight/mail ferry trip that they have allowed passengers to join and enjoy the beautiful views while the deckhands work. Super fun and economical way to get out of the city and see Casco bay. We were super satisfied and pleased. Would give my highest recommendation. Staff was phenomenal.

Eat, Drink, & Be Ferry…read more Ferry service that charters passengers from Portland harbor to one of numerous inhabited islands just off the coast. We chartered a Ferry ride to Peak's Island on a crisp early Autumn day. The Good: *You can load your car on the Ferry *Nice boat with a top view *Staff was friendly enough *Fairly inexpensive at $14/adult & $7/child for round-trip ticket. *They also do scenic boat tours, as well as the Ferry service. Check their website for dates and times. The Meh: *Peak season pricing on autos that can go from Off-Peak Season price of $70-100 (depending on vehicle size) to $150-170 for Peak Season price. The Ugly: *Make sure to plan your day accordingly with the boat schedule. You don't want to get stuck on an island there without a reservation. Conclusion: Even if you just go out to the island and back, it's still worth the $14 of entertainment riding across the ocean.

My friends booked the Casco Bay Cat for my bachelorette party - we had a 2-hour boat ride around…read morePortland on a beautiful Saturday morning in October. The captain and staff were extremely kind and supportive of our group. They were helpful as we got things situated, accommodating our need for ice and getting it for us before we left. Once on the water, we put our music on and had a great time. We brought all our food on and enjoyed brunch, mimosas, and beautiful weather. The boat ride itself was smooth despite some choppy waters. The staff even helped us out by taking some photos of our group - the captain turned the boat and the staff member did a great job getting the lighthouse in the picture. I'd absolutely recommend!

Heading to meet up with friends to take the Casco Bay Ferry to Great Diamond Island for a friends…read moresurprise birthday dinner. Unfortunately, on the way up the highway, there were two accidents and we knew we would miss the ferry. My spouse searched online (I was driving) and found Fogg's Water Taxi and we called to see if we could schedule a taxi. It was so easy and they were so professional. We determined our arrival time and set it up. We were greeted by the most friendlies people and they offered to sit in the lounge area (A/C) and they had fun beverages for purchase, while you waited. The captain of the taxi vessel was fantastic and professional We arrived just a few minutes late for the reservation and still surprised the birthday boy. Oh, you pay the captain of the vessel when you arrive to your destination and they take cash or card. So easy and really not that expensive. Thank you.

we went on the Lobster Tour on June 27,2026. What a wonderful experience! The crew was extremely…read moreknowledgeable and shared lobsters lifecycle , the lobster fishing industry and lots of very interesting other info with us. We got a hands on experience measuring live lobsters, handling them, applying bands to their claws and releasing ones that weren't keeper size. Overall super fun!

This lobster tour was absolutely fantastic! It was authentic, informative, and not touristy at all…read more They let us be as hands-on as we wanted, pulling up three lobster traps and explaining every part of the lobster fishing process along the way. We learned so much and really appreciated how genuine the experience felt. If you're looking for a true Maine lobster experience, I highly recommend this tour!

I highly recommend Casco Bay Custom Charters…read more We sailed with them for a special family event in July 2020. We gathered to release our father's ashes at sea. The team we worked with to plan the event were flexible with our plans including location, departure, and the actual release. They provided helpful information about purchasing a biodegradable urn and how to structure our minimal program - especially as we had young children participating (ages 4-11). They will work with you to create your ideal experience.

Our small family really enjoyed this private charter experience. The crew was super friendly and…read morevery knowledgeable. The boat was comfortable and the tour included some hardy snacks and drinks. Would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a private Charter tour in the area.

An absolute experience and worth the $75…read more Customer service was incredible and they even allowed me and another patron to help raise the sail. Crew and Captain were well-versed in the history of the area. If you had questions they were open to answering or at times making a fun anecdote. So much history of the schooner, Bagheera, and the islands around Portland mainland. They handled the schooner with incredible poise and care. Some folks brought their own snacks and beverages on-board which wasn't advertised, but such a great idea. Definitely colder than I expected when the sun started setting and the winds picked up. I will forever remember this evening sail on the Bagheera. Thanks y'all, you made a mother-daughter trip very special!

Captain Jonathan and crew were wonderful. We had the most wonderful experience sailing Casco Bay…read moreand learning some history. Super pro and super fun hangs too. Will do this again next time I'm in Portland. Thanks gang!

Captain John is the best captain and tour guide he made our trip , he is very knowledgeable and…read moreinformative the trip was just amazing and worth the very reasonable price

Great day and nice captain, had a wonderful time. Buying lobsters for dinner was funread more