Excursion Fort gorge & sea kayaking adventure tour at Portland

Fort Gorges, Coastal Scenery, Lighthouses

From the pier, a five-minute drive will take you to East End Beach, the departure point for your guided kayaking adventure. You’ll paddle across the waters of Casco Bay following a route that's rich with history and active with wildlife. After a brief lesson on the basics of sea kayaking, your guide will lead your small group to Fort Gorges, an impressive Civil War-era granite fort that's surrounded by water and that can only be reached by kayaks and other small boats.

You will land your kayak on a beach by the fort and enjoy a tour of the 161-year-old

structure, ending with a panoramic view of Portland harbor from atop the fort's outer

walls. Keep watch for seals, seabirds and other wildlife — not to mention the shore’s charming lighthouses — as you paddle back to East End Beach.

Your exciting kayaking experience concludes with a short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Casco Bay, Fort Gorge, Coastal Scenery, Lighthouses

Note

Please note: Guests must be at least ten years old and able to swim in order to participate. This excursion involves about one and a half hours of kayaking, and is only suitable for guests in good physical condition. Kayaks only accommodate individuals who weigh less than 250 pounds and measure less than 6’4” in height. At Fort Gorges, it is necessary to walk over unpaved terrain, rocks, and boulders, though the amount of walking is at each guest’s discretion. It is recommended that guests wear a swimsuit, a cover-up (or lightweight clothing), a hat and sunscreen, and dress in layers as it can be cool on the water in the fall. Water shoes will be provided.