Private 4-Hour Cruise

Online booking is the easiest; just click the “Check Availability” button on the web page, or click here. If you need any help please contact Abby, call/text (207-415-5858) or email abby@broadreachadventures.com, whatever you prefer.

No experience is needed or necessary. Our licensed captains are there to help make your boating experience relaxing, comfortable, fun and connect you directly to nature – try it – Come Boating With Us!

Public Charters leave only from South Portland. Private charters can leave from South Portland or Portland. There is an additional fee for Portland stated in the booking process. Below are the addresses, directions and information on parking for both pickup locations. This information is also provided in confirmation emails, sent after bookings are made and then again 24 hours prior to the cruise start time.

South Portland, ME

Pickup Location:

Sunset Marina

231 Front St.

South Portland, ME 04106

Directions from the South via I-295:

1. Take Exit 4 for South Portland and Downtown Portland (0.7 mi)
2. Cross the Veterans Memorial Bridge (1.4 mi)
3. Turn left onto Casco Bay Bridge (1.4 mi)
4. Continue onto Broadway St (0.9 mi)
5. Turn left at flashing yellow light onto Sawyer St (0.5 mi)
6. Turn left onto Front St (250 ft)
7. Sunset Marina and Saltwater Grille will be on your right

Directions from the North via I-295:

1. Take Exit 6A for Forest Ave (0.1 mi)
2. Merge onto Forest Ave (0.1 mil)
3. Stay right to continue on Forest Ave (400 ft)
4. Turn right onto State St (2.3 mi, crossing the Casco Bridge into South Portland)
5. Continue onto Broadway St (0.9 mi)
6. Turn left at yellow flashing light onto Sawyer St (0.5 mi)
7. Turn left onto Front St (250 ft)
8. Sunset Marina and Saltwater Grille will be on your right

Parking & the Dock

• Parking is on Front St or on Dyer Str, across from the Marina entrance.
• Please do not park in the Marina lot, as space is limited and we don’t have permission.
• The Marina entrance gate is located to the right of the Saltwater Grille.
• Your Captain will meet you near the locked gate on the dock.

Please be at the dock at least 10 minutes prior to departure.

For questions, call:

Captain Nolan at (207) 350-6335

Captain Abby (207) 415 -5858

Portland, ME

Pickup Location:

Mavadones Landing

Portland, Maine, 04101

Directions from the South via I-295:

1. Take Exit 7 for Franklin St (0.2 mi)
2. Turn right onto Franklin St (0.8 mi)
3. Turn left onto Commercial St (0.3 mi. road transitions to Thames St )
4. Mavadones Landing will be on the right on the water’s edge and there is one parking lot on your left

Directions from the North via I-295:

1. Take Exit 8 for Washington St (0.3 mi)
2. Continue on Washington St (0.6 m)
3. Turn right onto Congress St (0.1 mi)
4. Turn left onto India St (0.3 mi)
5. Turn left onto Thames St (0.2 mi)
6. Mavadones Landing will be on the right on the water’s edge and there is one parking lot on your left

Parking & the Dock

• The dock is located behind the Maine narrow gauge railway building and adjacent to the Ocean Gateway Visitor Center.
• Your Captain will meet you on land at the entrance to this dock.
• Public parking in also available for a fee at the Ocean Gateway parking lot on Commercial St (a 5 minute walk)
• Please be at the dock at least 10 minutes prior to departure time.

For questions call:

• Captain Nolan at (207) 350-6335
• Captain Abby (207) 415 -5858

Arrive at the pickup location with everyone in your group ready to board at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

• Dress in layers – windbreakers or a warmer layer is usually needed on the water, it can be pleasantly cool. After sunset, it can cool quickly, especially early and late in the season. We have lap blankets. Conditions at sea are normally similar to the beach except a bit cooler & windier.
• Sunscreen – sunhat, sunglasses & whatever other sun protection you require is always good.
• Shoes – Soft-soled shoes are best for comfort and ease of walking around on the boat.
• Raincoat – can be useful, though most of the time we will work to avoid rain, and if need be, it is dry inside the boat.

We provide free cold bottle water. You can bring any drinks/food you wish including alcohol. We have a refrigerator to keep anything you wish cold. We also have bottle openers, glasses for your drinks and plates/bowls for your food.

Yes for sure! Children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 12 need to wear lifejackets while aboard, which we can normally provide. Please let us know how many children are in your party and their estimated weights, these questions will be asked when we request a waiver to be completed or you can contact us to provide this information.

We always see some type of wildlife on the trips, what we see is varied based on the time of the year and the sea conditions. The possibilities are jumping fish which are normally sturgeons; seals, porpoises, herring gulls, grey gulls, bald eagles, hawks, Canada geese, cormorants, loons, great blue herons, great white egrets, schools of fish (such as pogies), bluefish, sunfish and whales.

You will see the hidden secrets of Maine’s Crown Jewel – Portland and Casco Bay in an intimate setting. See and hear the rich history and stories of the area. Enjoy the New England charm, the rugged coast, islands and lighthouses. Often times we see lobster women and men our working.

On longer trips, enjoy a picnic, swim, or cruise to other sections of Casco Bay and beyond. These longer experiences are customized to allow you to enjoy abundant wildlife and also explore some of the 136 islands of Casco Bay.

When booking by the seat, there is a minimum of 2 or 4 guests per boat, depending on the length of the Adventure. If you are a single person or your party is smaller than the stated minimum, book a tour that has at least another party booked and enough availability remaining.

For many of our Adventures there is more than 1 boat available, each with a capacity of 6. Parties more than 6 will need to make 2 bookings.

If you need any help please contact Abby, call/text (207-415-5858) or email (abby@broadreachadventures.com.)

• Exclusive & Intimate – Enjoy a private cruise for up to six guests, ensuring a personal and comfortable experience.
• Stable & Comfortable Vessel – Avelinda is a classic Maine-built powerboat with a smooth ride, a fully enclosed wheelhouse, and a marine restroom for added comfort.
• Experienced Captains – Captains Nolan Conlin and Douglas Goldhirsch bring years of experience navigating these waters, sharing stories of local history, conservation efforts, and marine ecology.
• Flexible Scheduling – We offer multiple daily departures, with the option to customize and extend your trip.

Pricing does not include gratuity. While tipping is optional, it is appreciated and customary — similar to service industries such as restaurants and spas. Gratuity can be added to your credit card, Venmo, or given in cash. The crew is grateful for any amount you choose to give.