6 Maine Harbor Cruises, Compared

1.Schooner Eastwind 2 Hour Day Sail in Boothbay Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 126 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Spend about two hours sailing from Boothbay Harbor’s historic waterfront aboard the schooner Eastwind. You may help raise the sails, watch for seals and porpoises, and take in islands, lighthouses, and ocean views. Captains and mates such as Sarah, Josh, Luke, Christine, and Mareson are known for friendly, hands-on service. Bring non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, or buy beer, wine, and liquor on board.

“Amazing. Fun. Beautiful views. Great captain and mate. Such a good time with interactive hoisting the sails.”

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2.Boothbay Harbor Cruise: Lighthouses, Lobster Haul, and Seals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 124 reviews · 1h 30m · from $40Best value

Spend 90 minutes on Cap'n Fish's Cruises exploring Boothbay Harbor, its islands, coastline, two lighthouses, and seal rocks. A live English-speaking guide explains Maine's lobster industry while the crew hauls a trap. Choose padded indoor seating, the upper deck, or the galley with its 360-degree view. Food and drinks cost extra.

“being on the water and seeing the animals in the water”

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3.Boothbay: Lighthouses & Islands Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Join Cap'n Fish Cruises for a two-hour Boothbay Harbor ride aboard a fast, comfortable vessel with padded seating, an open upper deck, onboard narration, and a galley with wide harbor views. You may spot seals, porpoises, osprey, egrets, or whales while passing Ram and Burnt Island lighthouses, coves, boatyards, and island communities.

“Guide was terrific and captain was very responsive whenever someone spotted a whale. We saw 6 whales, some seals and harbor porpoises! Went early October and it was a superb day, sunny and brisk!”

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4.Schooner Applejack Sunset Sail Tour in Boothbay Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Spend about two hours aboard Schooner Applejack with Boothbay Sailing, leaving from 15 Wharf Street in Boothbay Harbor. Captains and mates such as Luke, Kate, Christina, Brian, Sean, and Shawn share local knowledge, help you raise the sails, and point out seals or porpoises when the harbor wildlife appears. Bring a light jacket and your own nonalcoholic snacks.

“We took the sunset cruise. The weather was awesome and the crew, Luke, was amazing. A must do when in Boothbay Harbor!”

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5.Boothbay Harbor: Pemaquid Point & John’s Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 30 reviews · 2h 30m · from $45

Board Cap’n Fish’s Cruises in Boothbay Harbor for a 150-minute narrated ride through John’s Bay and the eastern harbor. You’ll see Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, Ram and Burnt Island Lights, Fort William Henry, islands, birds, and possibly seals. The large boat has padded indoor seating, an upper deck, a galley, and wheelchair access.

“we liked the knowledgeable pilot and guide, all in one!”

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6.Boothbay Harbor: Sunset Sail to see the Maine Coastline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $59

Join Boothbay Sailing for a two-hour sunset cruise aboard Eastwind, a schooner sized for exploring Boothbay Harbor. Captain Josh and first mate Michael lead the trip in English, with open-deck views of lighthouses, remote islands, working fishermen, lobstermen, and coastal wildlife. Bring a jacket, food, and non-alcoholic drinks.

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