🦞 What to Expect
Climb aboard The Out & About for a hands-on lobster boat experience in Belfast, Maine, and head out onto Penobscot Bay to explore one of Maine’s most iconic traditions—lobster fishing.
This is more than a boat tour. It’s a small-group, working waterfront experience, where you’ll step into the real rhythm of the Maine coast—salt air, open water, and the quiet focus of life on the bay.
You’ll learn the tools and techniques behind Maine lobster fishing as we cruise out to the trap lines. Watch—and take part—as traps are hauled from the water using the winch system, then gather round to see what’s inside. Expect lobsters, crabs, and the occasional surprise catch.
Along the way, hear stories from the boat—local knowledge, superstitions, and how the fishery is managed to keep it thriving for generations. It’s a deeper, more authentic connection to what’s really happening on the water.
âš“ Choose Your Experience
The Full Lobster Fishing & VIP Lobster Pound Feast Experience (10am & 1pm · ~2.5 hours)
The full Maine experience. After hauling traps, we head ashore for a VIP stop at Young’s Lobster Pound to enjoy a classic lobster feast—fresh, simple, and exactly how it should be.
The Lobster Fishing Experience (1pm & 3pm · ~1 hr 45 mins)
A hands-on trip focused purely on the fishing. Haul traps, see the catch, and experience life on the water—simple, real, and immersive.
Signature Sunset Lobster Fishing, Feast & Cruise Experience (3 hrs · 3hrs before Sunset)
Everything that makes Maine unforgettable. Experience hands-on lobster fishing, enjoy a classic waterfront lobster feast at Young's Lobster Pound, then finish the evening cruising Penobscot Bay as the sun sets over the islands. A true bucket-list Maine experience.
Every trip is a little different. Fog, sun, or breeze—the bay sets the tone, and that’s all part of the experience.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for
• Families looking for a hands-on boat tour in Belfast, Maine
• Curious guests wanting a real Maine lobster fishing experience
• Visitors searching for unique things to do in Mid-Coast Maine
• Couples and small groups wanting something authentic and memorable
• Anyone who loves lobster—or wants to earn it
đź“Ť Details
• Duration: 1 hr 45 mins - 3 hrshours (depending on option)
• Capacity: Up to 6 guests (small-group experience)
• Options: Fishing only or Fishing + Lobster Feast
• Price: $135–$250 per person
• Location: Departs from our private dock in Belfast, Maine on Penobscot Bay
• Includes: Hands-on lobster fishing experience and use of all gear
• Optional: Lobster feast at Young’s Lobster Pound.
