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Sunset Sea Kayak Tour on Casco Bay

By Portland Paddle
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Overview

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.

Activity location
  • 1 Cutter St
    • 1 Cutter Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 1 Cutter St
    • 1 Cutter Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Maine sea kayak guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dry bag to keep your phone and other small items from getting wet
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sea kayaks and necessary paddling gear (lifejackets, paddles, etc.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • 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. Each child under age 16 must paddle in a tandem kayak with 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.

Activity itinerary

Casco Bay (Pass by)
The waters of Casco Bay contain abundant wildlife, including seals, seabirds and all sorts of fish and intertidal creatures
Mackworth Island State Park (Pass by)
We often paddle towards the ledges near beautiful Mackworth Island State Park. It's a great area for spotting seals and other wildlife!
Old Port (Pass by)
Paddle along the edge of historic Portland harbor and get a close look at the wharves linked with lobster boats, schooners and other ships.
Fort Gorges (Pass by)
Enjoy views of this 19-th century fort in the middle of Portland harbor.
Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse (Pass by)
View this and other lighthouses from a distance as you paddle across the open waters of Portland harbor.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    1 Cutter St
    • 1 Cutter Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    1 Cutter St
    • 1 Cutter Street
    • 04101, Portland, Maine, United States

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