My husband and I went on a lobster tour. They took us out to see the Bush compound and seals. They…read moreexplained the lobster traps, brought some up for demonstrations and released them. The guys were very social and entertaining. Being on the water was beautiful. I would recommend this company for both, as we knew a couple theaters went out the same morning to see whales and did see them and had a great time. This is the company to book with for both excursions!

Captain Dave and his first mate Liam were amazing! They were funny, flexible and great with our…read morelarge, loud family.

We went on the whale watching tour. It was WELL worth the cost being one of 21 passengers on the…read moreboat (compared to other companies that do the large charter boats). The guide and captain were so knowledgeable.

Great experience! Make sure to read the details of the meeting point ahead of time, since the bar…read moreaddressed suggested is several storefronts down from where you need to be. The email is helpful. The boat is comfortable and the crew did an amazing job of circling each point of interest both ways, and making sure folks on the "good" side stayed seated so everyone could see at all times. The speed of the boat is amazing. Really a fun experience. You will be reminded to tip MANY times, just FYI.

When Norm heard that we wanted a photography tour, he did not disappoint. From moment one he had…read moreplanned out an itinerary of bucolic and iconic Maine sites. From the famous Portland Head Lighthouse to off the beaten path locations that no tourist ever attended, he found spots to take gorgeous photos and videos. Although the weather on the day we visited was overcast, Norm even planned for those weather contingencies and had multiple locations ready for us to film from. He helped to structure the tour so that lighting was best for the specific shot. Prior to our tour, Norm had also location scouted a variety of different locations so that he could recommend specific spots from which to film rather than us wasting time looking for a spot to shoot from. Norm was also extremely hospitable and friendly and epitomized Maine hospitality. Norm and his company have the flexibility to cater the tour to your exact specifications: You want local only food places for foodies; you want a tour in Cantonese or Portuguese; You want a tour of all lighthouses -- nothing was a problem. Norm also took us to a local restaurant that had some of the best clam chowder in the east coast, and the absolute best lemon mascarpone cheesecake that I have ever tasted in my life. Thank you Norm. We would never do Maine without first booking a tour with you.

My wife and I traveled to Portland Maine this past weekend (August 20th 2022) for my birthday. My…read morewife booked the Portland Venture to try a few different restaurants in the Portland area. Our guide was Jason G. He was so much fun, but moreso, very knowledgeable about the city, restaurants, and some of the historical landmarks. he was a very personable guy and you need that type of a personality on a 2 hour walk. It was one of the best parts about our trip to Portland. We were able to try some great local food and drinks and learn so much about a fantastic city! We will definitely be back. Jason was fantastic and we highly recommend asking for him through Maine Day Ventures! you won't be disappointed!

So much fun. Did not expect much for $30. But we had a great time. The captain and Liam were great…read more Very entertaining and helpful . Allowed the children to be captains , hold lobsters , educational. Well worth it. Highly recommend.

We have done other lobster cruises before for but this one is by far the best one we have been on!…read moreThe captain and mate were super friendly and knowledgeable and the tour was interactive and fun for kids and adults looking to relax and have a good time! Their prices are very reasonable and we were able to get a same day booking; don't sleep on this cruise!

My wife and I had a lovely 90 minute cruise on the Pineapple. The boat captain was skilled and…read morekept any motion to a minimum. The deck hand was knowledgable and did an amazing job of sharing information about almost everything we saw. A very worthwhile and pleasant 90 minutes. I would highly recommend.

We had a great time. Jim and Katie were knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the…read morearea and sailing. We booked in March for a sail with 5 people in June. We were scheduled for 4 PM when we booked. We ended up getting bumped to an earlier sail due to some impending inclement weather. I was happy that they were able to bump us up to an earlier sail instead of cancelling us completely. Although the sea was calm before the storm, I wish the sun had been out! Get there early so that you can get the seat of your choice!

best 21+ cruise/ tour in the greater portland area by far. Both Joe and Pete have been fantastic,…read moreesp after bad trips with other companies. It was refreshing to have professional knowledge in a comforting setting!

Had an absolutely amazing time through Maine Brews Cruise! Our safety was considered at all times,…read moreand the locations chosen were top notch venues! Learned a great deal about the world of craft beer, and considering we are from Wisconsin, that's a pretty big compliment! The hosts at each location were informative and friendly, and I couldn't recommend visiting them more! Relaxed and laid back and fun! Do yourself a favor and book a tour with them!

While visiting the Kennebunks, I decided to book my first ever foodie tour with Maine Day Ventures…read more This three hour tour not only covered delicious eats, but delivered in history. As our tour group visited each restaurant, we got a side of Kennebunkport history and the insider scoop as to where all of the locals dine. Marlene Brooks is an exceptional host and tour guide. She is a 13th generation Mainer and provided such detail about each local spot including the history behind our food. Her professionalism and Maine pride was evident throughout the tour. The ticket price for this experience was around $145. In my opinion, it is well worth the price because it is an opportunity to meet new people, learn more about Maine, and try different restaurants. Marlene took our group to some restaurants that my friend and I didn't know existed. Some advice would be to arrive on the tour hungry because you get to try so many delicious plates. By the end, my friend and I were full. Below please find some of the places we visited and the food we enjoyed: 1. Fiafia - mixed berry smoothie 2. Alisson's - lobster roll (you get a choice between three - the original, lemon garlic, or lobster chowder) 3. Federal Jack's - clam chowder with potatoes and a sample of beer 4. Mornings in Paris - whoopie pie and a choice of coffee or select tea 5. The Pilot House - fried haddock bites 6. Bar Harbor Cheesecake - cheesecake sample (can have more than one) This foodie tour encouraged me to try other food tours when traveling to new places. Marlene and Maine Day Ventures left a lasting impression and added great value to my Maine trip. The Kennebunks are filled with a rich history, excellent seafood, and the most friendly people. Thank you for a great experience!

A gourmet tour this is NOT. There is a world-class lobster roll place on the tour (Clam Shack), but…read morego there yourself and save yourself the rest of the garbage. Mead? Really? Undrinkable. Whoopie Pies? If you happen to like them, buy it yourself and the local grocery store. Our guide, a schoolteacher, treated us like idiots and managed to convey very little information. She couldn't even pronounce macaroon correctly, and she's leading a food tour? Do yourself a favor and skip this; go to one of the fantastic food tours in Portland ME instead.

We went on the historical tour and absolutely loved it! It was a good way to get familiar with…read morescooters (our first time!) and also see the town. The guide was very flexible and made sure we had a great time, and that we learned a lot! Thanks!

What a fantastic experience. My wife and I went for a 5 day trip and weren't able to secure a…read morerental car. So we rented a 2 passenger scooter. We were able to make it to all of our Kennebunktport area sites we wanted to visit. The manager of the store, Will, was a pleasure to work with. He gave me some instruction on how to use the scooter as well as some good tips on parking, places to go, etc. we had great weather, that really helped. Would do it all over again! Great time! Thanks Will!

Great experience renting bikes! Staff was friendly and the route was incredibly scenic and easy to…read morefollow. We were nervous we would need to drive with the bikes to get where we needed to go, but it was very easy to bike to the trail! Would definitely recommend!

My wife and I did the bike tour with Ross and we had a great time. Ross is very knowledgeable and…read morepersonable. I would definitely recommend this company!

This picturesque park is the perfect place for a walk. The mostly flat, 1 mile loop is not…read moreparticularly buggy and there are lookout points with benches if you need a rest or just want to sit and enjoy the view. It also creates the perfect place for reflection, perhaps to meditate or journal. Pro Tip - Grab a flyer from the Visitor Center or look up the website on your phone before you start the trail so you know what each marker on the trail means. The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is also dog friendly. Although, there really isn't a trashcan to throw away potty bags. It's usually not too busy when I've been there, but I'm usually there in the morning. When you start the trail, there is info on Rachel Carson's environmental contributions and life along with what wildlife you might see during your walk. There is a small parking lot. I haven't had trouble finding parking before; although, I'm not sure if it's the timing of when I've been there or if it just seems to be a locals place that the tourists haven't discovered yet.

I once again visited this NWR shortly after sunrise and once again had the trail to almost to…read moremyself. The other visitors, though a few may have been residents, were a multitude of gulls, a pair of chipmunks, one great blue heron and a kingfisher. 3 Claps.