Damariscotta River Cruises

06/15/2026

I’m so happy to announce that Qigong on the Water is back!

Dragon’s Way Qigong® classes every Wednesday, 8 – 9am on THE RED BOAT ‘by the bridge’ in Damariscotta.

Register for classes with QIGONG MAINE.

Be Like Water! – Awaken your energy (Qi) and align your body, mind, and spirit with Wu Ming Qigong. Surrounded by the gentle, grounding flow of the Damariscotta River, you’ll leave feeling completely refreshed.

“Nothing Is Softer Or More Flexible Than Water, Yet Nothing Can Resist It.” – Lao Tzu

This Summer We Will Tap Into The Damariscotta River’s Power During Our Dragon’s Way Qigong® Practices To Support Us On Our Journey To Live A Happy, Healthy And Balanced Life. Practicing As A Group Creates Warmth, Connection, And Inspiration As We Work On Strengthening Our Energy (Qi) and Reawakening Own Healing Powers.

06/14/2026

All aboard! We are absolutely thrilled to officially welcome Bree to our growing team this year!

Charter The Half Shell and Bree will share her vast knowledge of oyster farming with you. Her passion for sustainable aquaculture doesn't stop there—if you are curious, she will also show you her very own seaweed farm! If a swim, sightseeing and the seals are more to your liking, Bree knows where to find the best spots on the Damariscotta River.

Book today, summer is here!

05/03/2026

The 2026 boating season has officially started in Damariscotta! The first ride down river is May 23rd. See you out there!

12/21/2025

Are you still undecided on that holiday gift?
Our electronic gift cards are a wonderful solution, a memory to be made and we can zip it to instantly. Problem solved. Thank you for supporting a local business!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS from Chip and Olga! Link: https://damariscottarivercruises.com/product/gift-card/

08/07/2025

Our love and sake offerings are growing this summer. We are thinking of another Oyster and Sake Tasting Cruise with . Who is in?

07/07/2025

We’ve partnered with Damariscotta River Cruises for this exclusive 3 hours charter adventure, which includes private farm tours and tastings at Blackstone Point Oyster Co., Norumbega Oyster Co., Pemaquid Oyster Co., and Dodge Cove Oyster Co. in the heart of the Oyster Capital of Maine.

06/14/2025

Some days are picture perfect!

05/12/2025

We were featured in Yankee Magazine as the 10 Best Things to Do in Maine This Summer 2025! Super!

Discover the 10 best things to do in Maine this summer—from rowing adventures and whole-lobster feasts to houseboat stays, bakery finds, and music under the stars.

05/12/2025

Our Oyster and Wine Tasting Cruises were just featured at Yankee Magazine ‘10 Beat Things to Do in Maine This Summer 2025!’ , , , ,

05/10/2025

Let's honor and celebrate all the Mother's on this sunny Sunday with a fun boat ride! We still got a few tickets left.

Celebrate Mother's Day with Damariscotta River Cruises. An unforgettable ride visiting oysters farms, seals, bald eagles and ospreys. Cocktails & oysters.