Explore the Oyster Capital of Maine with Damariscotta River Cruises!
Oyster Farms
& Seal Watching Tour
most summer days, 2 – 4pm
Discover the Damariscotta River’s wildlife & history, and its new role in oyster farming that makes this tidal river world famous. Partially narrated. Fun for all ages!
Adults: $40, Kids $28
Oyster & Wine Tasting Cruise
Sat., 4 – 6pm, in the Fall
Sample the oysters as you cruise past the farms they were harvested from, and pair them with sensational wines. Entertaining and educational! Sommellier onboard.
Age 21+ : $100
Happy Hour & Sunset Cruise
some Thurs. & Fri, 4-6pm
Cruise by the world famous oyster farms, historic homesteads, and the magnificent wildlife with a cocktail in hand, oysters in the other. Minimal narration.
Adults: $40, Kids $28
Oyster Farms & Fall Foliage Cruise
Sept 5 – Oct 17th
Find out how oyster farmers prepare the farm and sow the world-famous oysters in the fall while bald eagles and ospreys hover around. Partially narrated.
Adults: $40, Kids $28
Are you interested in a Private Charter
aboard the 49 passenger Teciani?
RAW OYSTER BAR & COCKTAILS, BEER, WINE AND BUBBLIES AVAILABLE ON ALL CRUISES
NEW! Charter the HALF SHELL with a captain!
Damariscotta River Tour - upper estuary
A relaxing ride to:
- Eight oyster farms
- Harbor seals
- Dodge Point Preserve
- Bald eagles and ospreys
- swimming is optional
$250 / hr – min 1 hr,
after 2 hrs $200 / hr
Damariscotta River Tour - full length
Discover the full River:
- Ten oyster farms
- A seaweed farm
- Harbor seals
- Quaint coves & islands
- Swimming is optional
$300 / hr – min 2 hrs,
after 2 hrs $250 / hr
Ride The River to Boothbay Harbor
An unforgettable cruise to:
- Oyster & Seaweed farms
- Harbor seals
- Islands off the coast
- Boothbay Harbor
- swimming is optional
$350 / hr – min 4 hrs,
after 4 hrs $250 / hr
Destination & Length of Your Choice
You decide:
- Where we go
- What we see
- How long we spend
BYOB
The HALF SHELL is certified for
up to 6 people.
