Rugosa Lobster Boat Tours

About Us

Step aboard Rugosa, the only traditional wooden Downeast-style lobster boat offering an authentic, hands-on lobstering adventure in Kennebunkport. Recognized as one of the region’s top-rated attractions, Rugosa delivers a personal, educational, and unforgettable look into Maine’s rich lobstering heritage.

Departing from the picturesque Kennebunk River behind the historic Nonantum Resort, guests watch as our crew hauls real lobster traps from the ocean. Those who wish to participate can:

• Measure lobsters to ensure they meet Maine’s sustainability standards
• Band lobsters just like the pros

Guests are welcome to join in—or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience.

For more than 12 years, Rugosa has brought visitors and locals closer to the heart of Maine’s lobster industry through hands-on learning, storytelling, and sustainable fishing practices.

We also offer a popular Adults-Only Lobster Roll Cruise, featuring a fresh, mouthwatering Maine lobster roll enjoyed while cruising the Kennebunk River and scenic Kennebunkport coastline. You’ll experience everything included in our regular tour, enhanced with a fresh Maine lobster roll.

You can now enjoy that same premium Maine lobster at home through Rugosa Fresh Lobster, our overnight delivery service shipping directly from our docks to your doorstep. RugosaFreshLobster.com

For even more on-the-water adventure, visit our sister company, New England Eco Adventures, offering high-speed, small-group wildlife and lighthouse tours throughout the Gulf of Maine. NewEnglandEcoAdventures.com