Paddle between scenic islands, spot seals and seabirds, and relax on a beach during this guided Casco Bay adventure.
4 hrs
Sea kayak and paddle, Safety gear
Explore the island-dotted waters of Casco Bay on a half-day sea kayaking excursion. Follow an expert guide past lighthouses and forts, watch for seals and seabirds, and land on a sandy island beach for a break.
Participants must be at least 12 years old; ages 12–15 must paddle tandem with an adult. Prior kayaking experience recommended. Wear shoes that can get wet and non-cotton layers.
Full refund for cancellations made more than 48 hours before the tour. 50% refund for cancellations between 2 and 48 hours. No refund for cancellations less than 2 hours before start. Weather cancellations initiated by the operator receive a full refund. Private tours require more than 14 days’ notice for a full refund.
This kayaking outfit offers both guided tours and independent rentals along Casco Bay, and the guided experiences clearly shine. Tour leaders like Josh, Dan, Whitney, Joe, and Michael earn consistent praise for being knowledgeable, friendly, and skilled at mixing local history with wildlife spotting. People specifically mention seeing seals, ospreys, and herons, plus getting fascinating historical context about Fort Gorges and the coastline. The sunset and half-day bay tours seem to be crowd favorites, with guides creating that sweet spot between adventure and relaxation that makes for a memorable outing. Here's where it gets tricky: if you're planning to rent equipment independently rather than join a tour, you need to be extremely specific when booking. Several frustrated reviewers drove an hour after calling ahead, only to be turned away because staff didn't have time for the required safety course. There's also a concerning incident where someone felt their life jacket wasn't properly checked before heading out solo, leading to a dangerous situation in the water. The pattern is clear: the guided tours run smoothly with experienced, attentive staff, but the rental side seems to have communication and safety protocol issues. For off-peak visits, definitely book tours in advance since they may cancel without enough participants. If you're considering a rental, call ahead multiple times and confirm exactly what's required, or better yet, just spring for a guided tour where the stellar guides will take care of everything.
Great way to explore Casco Bay! If you are not doing a tour you're limited to exploring a certain zone - you'll only need 1 hour to fully paddle it. Next time we want to do the tour but if you're going during off peak season you should book in advance so they know not to cancel!
Christopher Roman
October 5, 2025
Great way to explore Casco Bay! If you are not doing a tour you're limited to exploring a certain zone - you'll only need 1 hour to fully paddle it. Next time we want to do the tour but if you're going during off peak season you should book in advance so they know not to cancel!
Christopher Roman
October 5, 2025