Celebrating 20 years in Midcoast Maine
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Discover the beauty of Midcoast Maine on a River Run Tour. Call or text 207.504.2628 to book your scenic cruise.
All tours depart and return to Bridge Park, 23 Commercial Street, Bath Maine. Our boats accommodate a maximum of 6 passengers, including children of all ages. For additional details—including our refund and cancellation policies—please visit our F.A.Q. page.
In collaboration with Embark Maine Tours, your experience begins with a guided 60 minute walking tour through historic downtown Bath—one of New England’s best-preserved 19th-century districts.
The second half of your tour, you join River Run Tours for a private cruise on the Kennebec River. Take in views of ships being built at Bath Iron Works and watch for lighthouses, seals, and coastal wildlife as your captain leads a memorable adventure on the water.
Honor a loved one with a peaceful, private ashes and memorial cruise aboard River Run Tours.
The Kennebec River and Midcoast Maine offer a beautiful setting for family and friends to gather, reflect, and celebrate a life well lived. We can help create a meaningful experience with readings, music, prayers, or quiet remembrance.
Our private memorial cruises are conducted with compassion, dignity, and respect. Please contact us to discuss your wishes and plan a personalized ashes and memorial cruise.
Leaving Bath, we get a glimpse of shipbuilding at Bath Iron Works. From there, you’ll travel along the scenic Sasanoa River.
The journey continues to Riggs Cove, home to the charming Robinhood Marina. After a brief passage through Goose Rocks, you’ll enter the Sheepscot River and pass Middle Mark Island—a great spot to watch for seals. We continue along South Port Island and then over to Five Islands, one of Maine's most scenic, coastal locations.
Setting out from the shipbuilding town of Bath we pass a stunning collection of historic Maine lighthouses, including Doubling Point Light, the Kennebec Range Lights, Squirrel Point Light, Perkins Island Light, and Pond Island Light—each offering a glimpse into the region’s rich maritime heritage.
Want to see more? Weather and seas permitting, extend your adventure by 60 minutes to visit the iconic Seguin Lighthouse. This additional extended option is available for $160.00 or $480 total.
Set out from Bath to the renowned Eros Oyster Farm in Riggs Cove on Georgetown Island for a truly authentic Maine coastal experience. Travel through scenic waters as you make your way to this working oyster farm, where you’ll get an up-close look at how some of the region’s finest oysters are grown and harvested.
Once there, enjoy the rare opportunity to select oysters directly from the source—so fresh they’re still just steps from the tide that raised them.
Departing from the historic town of Bath, what better way to end the day than with a Sunset Evening Cruise? Pack your favorite beverages and snacks, then sit back and relax as Maine’s coastal beauty unfolds around you.
While any of our tours can be enjoyed at sunset, the views over Merrymeeting Bay are truly spectacular—offering a peaceful, unforgettable backdrop as the day gently winds down.
Cruise from Bath along the Kennebec River through the Sasanoa and Sheepscot Rivers. Visit seals at Middle Mark Island, pass Isle of Springs and Sawyer Island, transit Townsend Gut, and circle Boothbay Harbor. Be sure to bring your camera.
Departing Bath, we set out on a coastal journey past historic lighthouses, shipbuilding at Bath Iron Works, and the Maine Maritime Museum. The route winds into the Back River to the Sasanoa River, through Hockomock Bay, and along the Sheepscot River. Keep watch for seals near Middle Mark Island and take in sweeping views of Five Islands as you travel through some of Maine’s most picturesque and wildlife rich waters.
Enjoy lighthouse views, seaside picnics, and stunning coastal scenery. Departing Bath, cruise past Bath Iron Works and their shipbuilding into the Sasanoa River, then by Robinhood Marina before crossing the Sheepscot toward Boothbay and Burnt Island.
Step ashore to take in sweeping views of Boothbay Harbor and the iconic Burnt Island Lighthouse—perfect for exploring, relaxing, and photos.
Note: A short 5-minute walk along a gravel path leads from the dock. Public restrooms are available.
Leaving Bath, this full-day, 8-hour tour (1-hour lunch break) expands on our popular Lights & Sights experience. In addition to the historic Kennebec River lighthouses, you’ll also see the iconic Seguin Light, Cuckolds Light, Ram Island Light, Burnt Island Light, and Hendricks Head Light— an unforgettable journey through some of Maine’s coastal landmarks. A blend of history, scenery, and open-water adventure, this tour showcases the very best of the region’s lighthouse heritage.
* Due to increased fuel costs, a modest gas surcharge will be added to all tours. We are working to keep this as minimal as possible and appreciate your understanding and support. 5/30/26
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Scheduling tours now for the 2026 season!
Season runs June - September
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