Your charter starts with an Ellis Boat Company representative giving a full tutorial on the operation of the vessel out of Southwest Harbor, Maine. All Charter vessels include a tender and proper cruising/safety equipment. Additionally, the entire Ellis Charter Fleet is properly insured, well-maintained, and thoroughly cleaned between each charter.
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Fast and Nimble - The Hinckley T40 "Timbuktu" provides a fun boating experience while avoiding the prolific lobster trap lines that populate the Maine coast. Timbuktu is outfitted for day-cruising and/or overnighting, with or without a Captain.
The Hinckley Picnic Boat EP is a classic and fun-to-drive Maine yacht. This boat has a Yanmar 400 Engine with a single Hamilton Jet Drive. Hire a Captain or bareboat this vessel yourself.
New to the fleet in 2024, this Ellis 36 Flybridge Cruiser sleeps four down below with a full galley topside. Loaded with systems and easy to operate with bow & stern thrusters, this vessel will be fully equipped for overnighting and extended cruising.
Custom Designed and built by Ellis Boat Company, this beautiful Ellis 36 Express Cruiser features a custom top design, 465 hp Yanmar diesel engine, Garmin electronics, generator, and more.
New to the fleet in 2025, the Ellis 36 Express Cruiser "Sea Smoke" is a classic boat with new electronics. Sleeps 2 below and 2 as needed in the shelter. This is the perfect couple's overnighter or a fantastic day-boat for you and your family/friends. 
This Ellis 36 Express Cruiser, “Botany Bay” includes a Yanmar diesel engine, tender/outboard, generator, air conditioning (and heat), enormous galley with propane cooktop/oven, head & separate shower, dinner set up for up to eight people.
This Ellis 36 has seen quite a few upgrades from Ellis Boat Company, including a new Garmin plotter, generator, heat and air conditioning, induction cooktop, and a full shelter enclosure.
Added to the fleet in 2020, this Wilbur 38 flybridge Cruiser is ready for cruising the Downeast Maine coast. A tender and outboard will be included. This vessel will be fully equipped for overnighting and lengthy cruising.
This Ellis 28 Express Cruiser, fully restored in 2017, features a 225 hp Volvo Diesel engine, bow thruster, Garmin plotter/radar, v-berth, heating system, head, hot water, salt/fresh water, anchor, small galley, and tender on davits.
The Ellis 26 Lobster Yacht “MarvEllis”, recently restored by Ellis, features a 250 hp Suzuki outboard, bow thruster, Garmin plotter/radar, seating for six, v-berth, enclosed head, fridge, saltwater and freshwater washdown, fusion stereo, anchor with windlass, and a 2-person inflatable kayak.
THIS VESSEL IS ONLY AVAILABLE WITH A CAPTAIN
Go on a fantastic guided tour with a new Ellis 36 Express Cruiser "All That Jazz" and her Captain. Ample seating for up to twelve people. Tender provided for getting to shore for island adventures.
