Sunset Sea Kayak Tour of Casco Bay
The hours just before sunset offer the best time for paddling on the waters of Casco Bay. The sky tends to explode with color and the seas often become glassy and calm. This trip involves a leisurely paddle just far enough along the waterfront or into the islands to enjoy a panoramic view of the sun setting over the city as we paddle back to the East End Beach. This two-hour tour is designed for paddlers of all experience levels -- including first-time kayakers.
The exact route you take will depend on the weather conditions and the group's interests and experience, but the Sunset Tour often starts out venturing into the waterfront of Portland harbor, and then into the open waters towards the islands of Casco Bay.
We will cancel this tour if there is steady rain, strong winds or other conditions that we believe will prevent guests from having a great paddling experience. However, we will run our tours when there are light showers, overcast skies or cooler than average temperatures.
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Sunset Sea Kayak Tour
Dusk is the most beautiful time to be on the waters of Casco Bay. We'll take a leisurely paddle just far enough into the islands to have a panoramic view of the sun setting over the city.
Duration: 2 hours
Sea Kayaks
What's included in Sunset Sea Kayak Tour of Casco Bay
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Fort GorgesPass-by Only
Enjoy views of this 19-th century fort in the middle of Portland harbor.
Casco BayPass-by Only
The waters of Casco Bay contain abundant wildlife, including seals, seabirds and all sorts of fish and intertidal creatures
Old PortPass-by Only
Paddle along the edge of historic Portland harbor and get a close look at the wharves linked with lobster boats, schooners and other ships.
Inclusions
- Professional Maine sea kayak guide
- Paddling gear
- Dry bag to keep your camera and other items from getting wet
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please arrive 10 minutes early to check-in. Allow time for parking.
- Minimum age is 10 years old
- Most participants will be given tandem (two-person) kayaks unless they request a solo kayak
- Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. It is usually cooler on the water than on land.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Find us at the end of Cutter Street, where the road meets the ocean. You'll see our sign just after the railroad tracks. There is free parking a very short walk from our site, just up the hill.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Minimum age is 10 years old; all children must be accompanied by an adult and children under age 16 must paddle in a tandem kayak with an adult. • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions. • Not recommended for pregnant women.
