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Portland, Maine, Maine

Large-Group Private Wooden Boat Charter on Casco Bay

A classic wooden vessel chartered exclusively for groups up to 16, cruising past Casco Bay's lighthouses and forts.

Private tour — just your group 2 hours Up to 56 guests Free itinerary changes Local expert guide
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Overview

A flat-rate, 100% private charter aboard a classic wooden vessel for groups up to 16, cruising Casco Bay past lighthouses, historic granite forts, and Maine's coastline.

This is a 100% private charter with flat-rate pricing for groups up to 16 guests — unlike crowded public cruises, your group has one of the operator's classic wooden vessels entirely to yourselves. You'll cruise past iconic lighthouses, historic granite forts, and stretches of Maine's coastline, with chances to spot harbor seals and seabirds. You're welcome to bring your own food; the boat provides glassware, plates, and utensils, and local craft beer, wine, and other beverages are available for purchase onboard (outside alcohol isn't permitted due to the liquor license).

Highlights

  • Classic Wooden Vessel Cruise aboard a classic wooden boat chartered exclusively for your group, up to 16 guests.
  • Lighthouses & Granite Forts Pass Casco Bay's lighthouses and historic granite coastal forts.
  • Wildlife Spotting Keep an eye out for harbor seals and seabirds along the way.
  • Bring Your Own Food Bring your own food and enjoy craft beer, wine, or other drinks purchased onboard.

What Stops Does This Tour Make?

A popular starting point — every Voyzo itinerary is fully customizable, so we'll shape the order and stops around your group.

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Pickup

Board at a Portland waterfront dock; details confirmed after booking.

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Classic Wooden Vessel

Cruise aboard a classic wooden boat chartered exclusively for your group, up to 16 guests.

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Lighthouses & Granite Forts

Pass Casco Bay's lighthouses and historic granite coastal forts.

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Wildlife Spotting

Keep an eye out for harbor seals and seabirds along the way.

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Bring Your Own Food

Bring your own food and enjoy craft beer, wine, or other drinks purchased onboard.

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Drop-off

Back to your hotel, home, or the airport — whenever your day wraps up.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
A fully customizable itinerary built around you
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Choose Your Vehicle

Every group size is covered — from an intimate private ride to large multi-coach groups.

Black Chevrolet Suburban executive SUV Up to 6

Executive SUV

Cadillac Escalade or Chevrolet Suburban

A fast, private ride for couples, small families, or business travelers — plenty of luggage room and a smooth, quiet cabin.

Black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter passenger van Up to 14

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van

Sprinter, high-roof passenger configuration

Comfortable, air-conditioned seating for small and mid-size groups — our most popular option for families and friend groups traveling together.

White Prevost luxury motorcoach Up to 56

Prevost Coach Bus

Prevost motorcoach

Our largest single vehicle — a full-size luxury motorcoach for large groups, conventions, and corporate events that still want one private tour, one vehicle.

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 56 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your pickup address is required to finalize the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

This charter accommodates groups up to 16 guests at a flat rate, not a per-person price.
You're welcome to bring your own food. Outside alcohol isn't permitted due to the boat's liquor license, but local craft beer, wine, and other drinks are available to purchase onboard.
Yes, its larger capacity and private charter format make it a popular choice for group celebrations and special occasions.
A spark plug lighthouse is a short, cylindrical caisson-style tower built on a submerged ledge, and Spring Point Ledge Light in Portland Harbor is considered one of Maine's three remaining examples.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

About This Tour

A flat-rate, 100% private charter aboard a classic wooden vessel for groups up to 16, cruising Casco Bay past lighthouses, historic granite forts, and Maine's coastline. This is a 100% private charter with flat-rate pricing for groups up to 16 guests — unlike crowded public cruises, your group has one of the operator's classic wooden vessels entirely to yourselves. You'll cruise past iconic lighthouses, historic granite forts, and stretches of Maine's coastline, with chances to spot harbor seals and seabirds. You're welcome to bring your own food; the boat provides glassware, plates, and utensils, and local craft beer, wine, and other beverages are available for purchase onboard (outside alcohol isn't permitted due to the liquor license).

Portland Harbor is guarded by several lights with very different personalities. Bug Light on the end of a breakwater was rebuilt in 1875 in cast iron with six decorative Corinthian columns by Thomas U. Walter, architect of the U.S. Capitol's dome. Spring Point Ledge Light, built in 1897, is regarded as one of Maine's best-preserved remaining 'spark plug' lights.

The granite bulk of Fort Gorges on Hog Island Ledge was started in 1858 and completed in 1865, and it never saw combat. It is a striking sight from the water, and it is one of the forts a group on this charter can see.

The harbor's coast guard-maintained Portland Head Light, first lit in 1791, completes a trio of lighthouse eras visible within a short cruise, from early republic to the Victorian age.

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