PORTLAND
Portland's standouts, both coasts.
The 6 standout canoes & kayaks tours a Portland traveller will actually book. What each one covers, who runs it, and what it costs from the dock or the trailhead.
Sunset sea kayaking on Casco Bay from Portland: small-group tour with gear and dry bag, seals, wharves, and distant lighthouses.
“Our guide was excellent! It was a little tougher paddling than expected. Very choppy waters which made for a Challenging adventure.”
Paddle Portland’s Casco Bay on a guided half-day sea kayak. Spot seals and seabirds, pass forts and lighthouses, and snack on a beach.
“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 !”
Sea kayak in Casco Bay to a Maine oyster farm, then taste raw oysters with toppings. Small-group guide and easy morning paddle.
“We didn’t get to really kayak due to winds, which I get but maybe should have been cancelled instead of a ten minute paddle. Also people should know you are required to carry on and off your own kayaks, so not for everybody.”
Half-day kayak rental on Sebago Lake with EZ Launch access, included gear and a waterways map. Wildlife spotting and easy parking.
“Very relaxing and peaceful. Kate was very helpful with a wonderful personality. The river (creek?) Was not too strenuous (my wife is disabled) .”
Kayak Sebago Lake at sunset from Raymond, Maine. A guided 2-hour paddle with gear, snacks, and a small group for $59.
“The beautiful sunset and the challenge of going back under the bridge on our way back. Our guide was wonderful and looked out for the whole group.”
Sea kayak from Mere Point to a Casco Bay island for wildlife spotting, hot muffins, and guided paddling in small groups for $89.
“This was a very fun experience. Alice started off the tour with explaining how to kayaks, such as boarding and rowing to keep you at ease. During the whole trip, she pointed out birds, we even saw an Osprey and their nests. We landed an a small cove where she explained the shells that were…”
