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    Lucky Catch Cruises

    538 Reviews
    #1 of 41 Outdoor Activities in Portland
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    Fishing Charters & Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Outdoor Activities, Tours
    170 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101-4615
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    “A must do!”

    What an amazing activity to do while on vacation in Portland, Maine! You get to have a tour of the... read more

    Reviewed 28 January 2018
    Jenny M
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    Charlotte, North Carolina
    “Lobster Fishing with the pros”

    Tom Martin and his crew were fantastic hosts to introduce us to lobster fishing. Learning about... read more

    Reviewed 14 January 2018
    CKS2travel
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    Saint Paul, Minnesota
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    Lucky Catch Cruises offers 1 1/2 hour lobstering excursions in Casco Bay, Maine. The tours depart from Long Wharf in Portland and operate from the first weekend of May through the last weekend of October. A typical lobster excursion involves pulling eight traps near scenery such as the Portland Headlight Lighthouse, Civil War Fort Gorges and the Seal Rocks. Lobsters can be purchased after the tour for a discounted price and brought to the restaurant next door for cooking. We limit the number of passengers on each boat, so please call ahead for reservations. All the best from Maine!

    About Lucky Catch Cruises

    Lucky Catch Cruises offers 1 1/2 hour lobstering excursions in Casco Bay, Maine. The tours depart from Long Wharf in Portland and operate from the first weekend of May through the last weekend of October. A typical lobster excursion involves pulling eight traps near scenery such as the Portland Headlight Lighthouse, Civil War Fort Gorges and the Seal Rocks. Lobsters can be purchased after the tour for a discounted price and brought to the restaurant next door for cooking. We limit the number of passengers on each boat, so please call ahead for reservations. All the best from Maine!
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    Reviewed 28 January 2018
    A must do!

    What an amazing activity to do while on vacation in Portland, Maine! You get to have a tour of the water while learning about catching lobsters. Not only do you get to learn first-hand from the actual crew, they let you actually get your hands...More

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    Reviewed 14 January 2018
    Lobster Fishing with the pros

    Tom Martin and his crew were fantastic hosts to introduce us to lobster fishing. Learning about conservation fishing and the scenic tour along with taking part in pulling up, baiting and releasing the traps made the trip a great experience. The crew were really knowledgeable...More

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    Reviewed 5 November 2017
    Highlight of the Trip!

    This was a great tour of the water, scenes and to learn about lobstering. The crew were friendly, engaging, and education. It was a fabulous addition to our tour of Maine.

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    Reviewed 3 November 2017
    Brilliant fun for the whole family

    We did this trip with our four children (ages 8 - 16) and we all had an absolutely fantastic time. We were given plenty of local information as well as hands on experience of catching lobsters. We bought some lobsters (wholesale price) at the end...More

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    Reviewed 30 October 2017 via mobile
    A great intro to lobstering

    I happened to see this company as I was wandering down the docks after dinner across the way and it like like fun. I was right. The number of people on the trip is limited, which is great because then it feels more one-on-one. The...More

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    Reviewed 28 October 2017 via mobile
    Great tour!

    Great tour. Very informative & we loved how interactive it was. Got to see starfish, sand dollar, hermit crabs as well as lobster & crabs. Highly recommend this entertaining lobster tour!

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    Reviewed 25 October 2017
    Outstanding experience. The highlight of our trip to Portland.

    The captain and first mate made the trip very enjoyable. They were excellent. Our trip was on Oct 23. It was not only extremely informative, but very interactive. We had a small group and everyone was baiting, clearing the traps, and setting the traps. It...More

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    Reviewed 24 October 2017
    As good as the Reviews say

    Took the Luck Catch cruise during our stop in Portland earlier this month. The folks in the office were extremely helpful in choosing the right cruise (my wife has a sensitive stomach, we chose the one that stayed in the harbor). Initially, my wife was...More

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    Reviewed 23 October 2017
    Very nice, fun informative tour. Cost effective and great

    I thought this tour was wonderful. It was kind of small which made it even better. I think our group maybe had 12 or 15. We wore our little lobster gloves and rubber aprons. We got to help put the bait in the bags, set...More

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    Reviewed 21 October 2017
    Great Trip but Don't Wear the Orange Aprons!

    We enjoyed the cruise and have no complaints - captain and his assistant were great and we learned a lot about lobstering. Consider the rest of this review a "Public Service Announcement" for anyone considering the trip. The crew will give you orange rubber gloves...More

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    GarrettB675
    19 September 2017|
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    Response from k8marie | Reviewed this property |
    Kids and adults both! We had 4 kids on our boat and they all had a blast!
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    rkpta
    31 July 2017|
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    Response from Shannon H | Reviewed this property |
    Our particular boat appeared to be lobster only but I know they had several boats. They are incredibly nice. I would call and inquire.
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    Lauren V
    11 July 2017|
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    Response from Kathy B | Reviewed this property |
    We were there in September so it was a bit cool, pants and sweatshirt. Summer months, shorts and t-shirt. They give you a lobster apron to wear so your clothes don't get wet.
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