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Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

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Portland: Private Island Fort Tour

Activity provider:SeaPortland
5  / 5
3 reviews

From US$ 120 per person

Pass iconic lighthouses on this sightseeing cruise from Portland to House Island and take a guided tour of the 17th-century Fort Scammel. Enjoy a refreshing alcoholic beverage along the way.

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Duration 2 hours
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Experience

Highlights
  • Explore the 200-year-old Scammel Fort which can only be seen with this provider
  • Marvel at iconic lighthouses, wildlife, and the picturesque islands in Casco Bay
  • Uncover the past as you hear about the history of Portland Harbor and the fort
  • Relax onboard a spacious and comfortable ship with a tasty alcoholic beverage
  • Capture pictures of Portland and Casco Bay to share with friends and family
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Discover the charm of Maine's coastline on this sightseeing cruise from Portland's harbor to Fort Scammel on the privately owned House Island. Tour the only fort in Portland Harbor to have seen active combat. Sip on a refreshing drink during your cruise.

Hop aboard the spacious and comfortable ship 'Elizabeth Grace' and set sail for House Island. Capture pictures of Portland's charming skyline as you make your way to Casco Bay.

Admire views of Casco Bay’s stone fortresses which were mostly built in the early 19th century. They recall an era when the defense of the coastline was needed. Now, they’re gorgeous relics perched on the Bay’s various islands, each with its own unique identity.

Step back in time at Fort Scammel which is privately-owned and was inaccessible to the public for decades. Take in the views from the west side of this verdant 24 acre island. Return to your meeting point at the end of your tour.

GROUP OF 6 OR MORE? Please reach out to us about private charter options for the best experience possible!
Includes
  • Cruise
  • Access to Fort Scammel
  • Guided tour
  • 1 Alcoholic beverage
  • Cash Bar
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
  • No bathroom onboard
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  • People with mobility impairments

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Meet at 90 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 at the back of the parking lot next to Gilberts Chowder House. Wait at the top of the boat ramp that leads to the water in front of the entrance to Boone's. When your vessel ELIZABETH GRACE arrives your guide will walk up the boat ramp to check you in.

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  • Comfortable shoes

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  • This tour is subject to sea conditions
  • The legal drinking age is 21

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Our cruise ride over to the island was fun and enjoyable talking with other travelers and the cruise staff. The tour guide at the Island was very knowledgeable to the history of the fort and made the tour quite enjoyable also. It was a great day and would highly recommend it

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