Hands-on lobster fishing, a waterfront feast, and sunset views on Penobscot Bay
3 hrs
Up to 6 people
Fishing, lobster feast, sunset
Step aboard an authentic wooden lobster boat for a family-friendly evening on Penobscot Bay. Learn about Maine's working lobster fishery with local lobstermen.
3-Hour Sunset Lobster Fishing & Feast Itinerary
0:00 – Welcome Aboard & Safety Briefing Meet the crew, get settled on deck, and enjoy a quick introduction to the boat, the experience, and basic safety before we cast off.
0:10 – Cruise to the Trap Lines Head onto beautiful Penobscot Bay as we make our way to the lobster grounds. Enjoy the scenery while learning about Belfast Harbor, local wildlife, and Maine’s lobster fishery.
0:25 – Haul Traps & Get Hands-On Help haul real lobster traps, discover what lives beneath the surface, and learn how lobsters are measured and sorted. Guests can bait traps, handle live lobsters, and capture some unforgettable photographs.
1:20 – VIP Stop at Young’s Lobster Pound Tie up at Young’s private dock and enjoy 55 minutes for your classic Maine lobster feast. Relax by the waterfront and enjoy fresh lobster and all the traditional accompaniments before returning to the boat.
2:15 – Sunset Cruise Across Penobscot Bay Head back onto the bay for a 40-minute sunset cruise. Sit back and enjoy the evening light, islands, coastline, and beautiful views as the sun drops toward the horizon.
2:55 – Return to Belfast Harbor Cruise back into the dock, arriving at approximately the three-hour mark with full stomachs, salty smiles, and memories of a true Maine evening.
Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 7 days before the start time, or within 24 hours of booking if you book more than 48 hours before the start time.
Product ID: V8AXK2
Trips accommodate up to 6 passengers and require a minimum of 2 passengers.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate layers and non-slip shoes; flip-flops are not allowed. Bring sun protection, a light jacket or windbreaker, and motion sickness remedy if needed.
Well-behaved pets are welcome at no charge. Consider a private trip if other passengers may have pet allergies.
Belfast City Harbor Dock, 3 Main Street, Belfast, ME 04915
The crew here, including guides like Della, Dylan, Greta, and Aaron, are consistently the highlight of this experience. Knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely engaging, they field endless questions about lobstering, local wildlife, and Maine history without missing a beat. Wildlife sightings, including seals, porpoises, and even the occasional osprey-eagle showdown, add a natural element of excitement to the bay tours. Families with young kids, including infants, have found the rides smooth and welcoming, and the lobster rolls from Young's Lobster Pound included with the tour are frequently described as trip highlights on their own. The lobster boat experience is more of a relaxed, educational outing than an action-packed adventure. You'll pull up traps, learn the process, and soak in the scenery rather than haul in a massive catch. For travelers who come in with that understanding, the experience delivers beautifully. Those expecting a more hands-on or unpredictable fishing experience should know what they're signing up for. Overall, the reviews paint a picture of a well-run, genuinely enjoyable way to spend a few hours on Penobscot Bay.
This was one of the most fun things we did on our whole trip to Maine. Captain Mike was awesome… Explained really interesting things about lobsters, the boat, the waterways, and all about lobster fishing. Fortunately, the day was beautiful, the water was calm, and we found all sorts of interesting critters in his lobster traps! At the end of it, I was expecting the standard lobster roll or some such thing for lunch, and instead we were treated to an absolute feast of steamed lobster, clams, shrimp, mussels, steamed corn… Oh my gosh.! it was absolutely amazing. We had the best time and it was really really interesting. Thank you to Captain Mike and all the folks at the lobster Pound. It was an extremely memorable activity. Don’t miss this one!!!
Julie Nise
August 30, 2026
This was one of the most fun things we did on our whole trip to Maine. Captain Mike was awesome… Explained really interesting things about lobsters, the boat, the waterways, and all about lobster fishing. Fortunately, the day was beautiful, the water was calm, and we found all sorts of interesting critters in his lobster traps! At the end of it, I was expecting the standard lobster roll or some such thing for lunch, and instead we were treated to an absolute feast of steamed lobster, clams, shrimp, mussels, steamed corn… Oh my gosh.! it was absolutely amazing. We had the best time and it was really really interesting. Thank you to Captain Mike and all the folks at the lobster Pound. It was an extremely memorable activity. Don’t miss this one!!!
Julie Nise
August 30, 2026
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