Discover the Damariscotta River where 80 % of Maine oysters are farmed during our narrated Oyster Farms and Seal Watching Tours! Our boat tours take in the river's wildlife and history, and its new role in oyster farming. You'll see harbor seals in action, bald eagles and ospreys soaring above the coves, as oyster farmers raise very tasty oysters.
The 2-hour boat rides are educational and equally entertaining, with the world famous Damariscotta River oysters served at the Bar on board. Fun for all ages! Had a great trip! Saw bald eagles, ospreys, and a bunch of other birds. Captain Chp was a great source of info and humor. Olga was excellent and served drinks and fresh oysters! Be sure to look out for the oyster fishermen in their native habitat, especially in the hot summer months!
My husband and I really enjoyed our cruise along the river. As we started our trip out our captain began to tell us many different interesting things about the area, oyster farmers and loads of history. He also had a wonderful sense of humor that he shared with us all along the way.
The 2-hour boat rides are educational and equally entertaining, with the world famous Damariscotta River oysters served at the Bar on board. Fun for all ages! Had a great trip! Saw bald eagles, ospreys, and a bunch of other birds. Captain Chp was a great source of info and humor. Olga was excellent and served drinks and fresh oysters! Be sure to look out for the oyster fishermen in their native habitat, especially in the hot summer months!
My husband and I really enjoyed our cruise along the river. As we started our trip out our captain began to tell us many different interesting things about the area, oyster farmers and loads of history. He also had a wonderful sense of humor that he shared with us all along the way.
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An unforgettable ride along seven oysters farms that are just re-opening for the season, and the view of charismatic harbor seals, ospreys fixing up their nests.
Bald eagles, herons, eiders, loons and a wide variety of ducks are in full swing.
The Oyster Bar will be open.
These are always a Mom and crowd pleasers.
Blankets are provided.
May is a very busy month on the River.
Seals give birth to their pups just as the springtime migration of alewives introduces an abundance of food to the tidal river.
Bald eagles, herons, eiders, loons and a wide variety of ducks are in full swing.
The Oyster Bar will be open.
These are always a Mom and crowd pleasers.
Blankets are provided.
May is a very busy month on the River.
Seals give birth to their pups just as the springtime migration of alewives introduces an abundance of food to the tidal river.
We require 24 hours advance notice for all cancellations and reservation changes to trip date, time or number of guests.
All paid reservations will be held until 15 minutes prior to departure.
Reservations not claimed 15 minutes prior to departure will be forfeited at the customer's expense and will be made available to our stand-by list.
We require cancellation by phone 24 hours in advance of scheduled departure time to receive a refund less a $5.00 fee per ticket.
All other cancellations, cancellations made within the 24 hour window, unclaimed tickets and no-shows are non-refundable.
All paid reservations will be held until 15 minutes prior to departure.
Reservations not claimed 15 minutes prior to departure will be forfeited at the customer's expense and will be made available to our stand-by list.
We require cancellation by phone 24 hours in advance of scheduled departure time to receive a refund less a $5.00 fee per ticket.
All other cancellations, cancellations made within the 24 hour window, unclaimed tickets and no-shows are non-refundable.
Damariscotta is centrally located on midcoast Maine, 1hr beyond Portland, 1/2hr to Boothbay Harbor & Camden - Rockland, 2hr to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.
Follow Route 1 South and take the exit for Damariscotta/Business Route 1. Continue through two traffic lights to reach the center of town.
The River Tripper (big red boat) is located at Schooner Landing Marina, which will be on your left, right before the bridge.
Follow Route 1 North and take the exit for Damariscotta/Pemaquid Peninsula.
Follow Route 1 South and take the exit for Damariscotta/Business Route 1. Continue through two traffic lights to reach the center of town.
The River Tripper (big red boat) is located at Schooner Landing Marina, which will be on your left, right before the bridge.
Follow Route 1 North and take the exit for Damariscotta/Pemaquid Peninsula.
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