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Our Guide To Experiencing Authentic Maine

How Casco Bay Custom Charters Supports the Portland Community

At Casco Bay Custom Charters, our work is about far more than simply operating private boat charters. We believe that creating meaningful experiences on the water also means supporting the people, businesses, traditions, and organizations that make Portland, Maine such a special place to begin with. From the beginning, our goal has been to offer…

Family-Friendly Private Boat Charters on Casco Bay

Finding an activity that feels genuinely enjoyable for both kids and adults can be a challenge, especially when you are trying to make the most of time together in Portland, Maine. A private charter with Casco Bay Custom Charters offers families a relaxed, flexible, and memorable way to experience the coast while keeping everyone comfortable…

Planning a Romantic Private Charter in Portland, Maine

When it comes to planning a memorable date night, anniversary, or special celebration in Portland, Maine, the best experiences are the ones that feel personal. A private charter on Casco Bay offers couples something far more intimate than a crowded restaurant or a typical evening out: time together on the water, beautiful coastal scenery, and…

A New Culinary Partnership on Casco Bay: Chaval & The Ugly Duckling Aboard Private Charters

Casco Bay Custom Charters is thrilled to announce a new culinary partnership for the 2026 season with Portland’s acclaimed chefs Ilma Lopez and Damian Sansonetti, bringing the inspired flavors of Chaval and The Ugly Duckling to the waters of Casco Bay. For years, Casco Bay Custom Charters has been dedicated to creating deeply authentic Maine…

Flannel, Lighthouses, Tasty Drinks and Private Charters: How Casco Bay Custom Charters Does Fall

  Step aboard our historic wooden boats and experience for yourself why we offer Portland, Maine’s, best fall foliage boat tours, lighthouse cruises, and sightseeing excursions.  With seasonal food and drink features, cozy accommodations, and our unsurpassed customer service, there’s no better way to see New England’s renowned foliage while taking in Portland’s best coastal…

Setting Sail in Style

Casco Bay Custom Charters Partners with Historic GLEAM for an Exciting Sail Aboard 12-Meter Racing Yacht Casco Bay Custom Charters, Portland, Maine’s premiere private boat charter company, is excited to announce our partnership with GLEAM Sailing from Newport, RI. This collaboration offers an unparalleled sailing excursion of Casco Bay aboard GLEAM, a historic Newport racing…

Ultimate Bachelorette Party Ideas in Portland, Maine aboard Casco Bay Custom Charters

Welcome to Portland, Maine, a place where the state’s motto, “The Way Life Should Be”, truly comes to life. This cultural haven, brimming with creativity, boasts an eclectic mix of James Beard-nominated culinary geniuses and World Beer Cup champions, like the famed Allagash Brewing Company. But Portland’s allure extends beyond its gastronomic delights; it’s a…