Sail Saco Bay with island, river, and coastal route options
4 hrs
Up to 6 people
Cold bottled water, blankets
Explore Saco Bay on a private sail with options to see Old Orchard Beach, Biddeford Pool, islands, and the Saco River. Optional crew gratuity is not included in the listed price.
Cancel at least 7 days before departure for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather, insufficient bookings, or other unforeseen circumstances. Cancellations within 7 days, no-shows, and late arrivals are charged in full.
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Dress in layers and consider a windbreaker or warm layer. Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, soft-soled shoes, and a raincoat if you want. You can also bring your own drinks, food, and snacks.
You get cold bottled water at no charge. You can buy soda, iced tea, mixed drinks, beer, cider, and wine once aboard. You can also bring your own drinks, food, and snacks, and use the onboard refrigerator to keep items cool.
Gratuity is not included. If you choose to tip, you can add gratuity by credit card, VENMO, or cash.
Travelers consistently praise the intimate sailing experiences led by Captain Bob and his team, particularly highlighting crew members like Lucy, Chloe, Abby, and Nolan. The warmth and professionalism stand out across every review, with guests remarking on how welcomed and comfortable they felt throughout their cruises. The captains share fascinating local knowledge about Maine's coastline, wildlife, and working lobster boats, making the trips educational without feeling like a forced tour. The boats themselves are spotless and well-maintained, equipped with everything guests need for a comfortable outing. Sunset cruises appear especially popular, though midday sails get equally enthusiastic feedback. The husband-and-wife team running many of the trips creates a genuinely hospitable atmosphere, with thoughtful touches like blankets, drinks, and snacks. People appreciate the smooth booking process and describe the overall experience as relaxing yet engaging. It's clearly a family-run operation that takes pride in sharing their home waters with visitors.
Captain Bob and First Mate Chloe were just awesome. We had a great time on Wood Island and the lighthouse and cottage were great. Only a suggestion, but maybe a little more time on the sailboat would be a good thing. It was a great day and we had a blast. Thank you, Carl, Gia, Shelly, Dave, Rich and Patty!
Carl Demarais
August 19, 2026
Captain Bob and First Mate Chloe were just awesome. We had a great time on Wood Island and the lighthouse and cottage were great. Only a suggestion, but maybe a little more time on the sailboat would be a good thing. It was a great day and we had a blast. Thank you, Carl, Gia, Shelly, Dave, Rich and Patty!
Carl Demarais
August 19, 2026
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