Kennebunkport Yacht Charter – Captain’s Log
Thinking about a private Kennebunkport yacht charter this season? Here’s a real-time entry from our journey aboard Magic Time, cruising from Portsmouth, NH to Kennebunkport, Maine’s most charming harbor town.
Date: Monday, July 14, 2025
Departure: Safe Harbor Marina – Wentworth by the Sea, Portsmouth, NH
Destination: Chick’s Marina, Kennebunkport, ME
Departure Time: 12:30 PM EST
Fuel at Departure: 60%
Onboard Crew: Captain Tim, First Mate, and First Pup 🐶 Ivey
🌤️ Weather & Sea Conditions at Departure
- Temperature: 78°F
- Sky: Mostly cloudy, warm and humid
- Winds: 7 mph from the south-southwest
- Seas: Light 2 ft swells from the southwest
- Visibility: Clear at departure, with scattered thunderstorms expected later in the day
- Barometric Pressure: ~29.88 inHg
📝 MagicTime Captain’s Notes
After a smooth morning preparing MagicTime, we cast off from Safe Harbor Marina in New Castle and began our short hop to Kennebunkport, Maine—a favorite on our summer charter itinerary.
Conditions were near perfect for a coastal cruise. Skies were hazy but bright, with light winds and gentle swells, making for a relaxing afternoon on the water.
We’re looking forward to two days docked at Chick’s Marina, with highlights including:
- Dinner at the acclaimed Earth at Hidden Pond (Visit Hidden Pond) 🌿
- A second night at the romantic Cape Arundel Inn & Resort (capearundelinn.com) 🌊
- Leisure walks with Ivy along Dock Square and the waterfront boardwalk 🐾
- Meeting Rudder, Chick’s Marina local pup 🐾 (Chick’s Marina)
We highly recommend a Kennebunkport yacht charter for anyone seeking New England charm, boutique shopping, and destination dining.
⚓ Planning Your Own Kennebunkport Yacht Charter?

Explore our current availability and routes for your Kennebunkport Yacht Charter or visit the full Captain’s Log archive to follow MagicTime up the East Coast.