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Watch our experienced fisherman haul in lobster traps, then head off to a small island to view seals basking on the rocks. This cruise was very enjoyable and accompanied by a knowledgeable and interesting ranger. Saw white tailed eagle, seals and harbor porpoises on our trip. We have four boats, the Acadian, the Islander the Eden Star AND our six-passenger private charter boat — the Rambler.
Public Boat Cruises
Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Bar Harbor, many of them iconic attractions that define the city. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie expert guide will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting and composition for every shot. Your pictures will be ideal for posting on social media and sharing in other ways. We work with reputable, local tour operators to offer you a wide variety of excursions to choose from, in every port you’ll visit.
Acadia Inn
The Acadian has a snack bar, restrooms, and a heated cabin, but be sure to bring a warm jacket so you don’t miss any of the sights. Explore the rich wildlife population and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of coastal Maine, Acadia National Park, the islands of Frenchman Bay, and the shoreline of Bar Harbor. Join us for a spectacular nature cruise among the islands and shorelines of beautiful Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Take in breathtaking scenery, rugged maritime landscapes, and ocean teeming with wildlife.
Take an Unforgettable Bar Harbor Lighthouse Tour in Acadia National Park!
Sail Acadia National Park aboard a traditional Friendship Sloop – Maine’s original lobster boat! Built in Friendship, Maine in the late 1800’s, these handsome traditional sailboats were used by coastal fishermen to haul lobster traps by hand under sail. Take part in Maine’s maritime heritage and enjoy sailing smooth waters, abundant wildlife and spectacular coastline of Acadia National Park. On this cruise you will have the chance to experience some of the most scenic views of Acadia! Our boats cover many miles of shoreline-visiting a number of unique places amongst the coastal islands, bays, and harbors.
Good narration by our naturalist, Ruth, who was informative and interesting. Enjoyed the lighthouses and seeing the diverse harbors and island shores. We enjoyed getting to see what came up with the traps and getting to hold a live lobster. It was a good length of a tour and I'd definitely recommend it for the kids or adults like me who are still kids at heart. The ship captain and naturalist were very friendly and great guides. Head offshore in search of whales while your guide educates you about the whales and other species of the Gulf of Maine.
Acadian Boat Tours
Join us as we explore the waters of Mount Desert Island and beyond to enjoy spectacular views of historic lighthouse, coastal islands, and Acadia National Park. This cruise can feature a variety of wildlife including harbor and grey seals, bald eagles, and seabirds. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of coastal Maine with a fully narrated cruise of Frenchman Bay and the Bar Harbor shoreline. Our Acadian Nature Cruises leave daily from the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel in search of eagles, porpoises, seals, and other interesting marine mammals and birds. You’ll also see historic mansions and the Egg Rock lighthouse.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch - Nature Cruise & Sunset Nature Cruise
Sail aboard a classic Friendship sloop or a real Maine lobster boat for a private or shared tour of Maine’s most beautiful coastline along Mount Desert Island. We lucked out with perfect weather and totally enjoyed this cruise. Our tour guide, Mike, was knowledgeable and really interesting. He showed us eagles, seals, and other creatures.
We also feature views of timeless mansions, Egg Rock Lighthouse and occasionally migrating birds that have ventured into Frenchman Bay. Discover Bar Harbor’s golden age as we view mansions along millionaires row; the Ford, Rockefeller, High Seas and Vanderbilt estates among others. Watch as our experienced naturalist points out local wildlife such as seals, bald eagles and harbor porpoise. Along the way visit Acadia’s crown jewels including; Otter Cliffs, Sand Beach, and Thunder Hole. Enjoy a nature cruise aboard the Elizabeth T, a real Maine lobster boat! Haul lobster traps, visit Somes Sound, and see a seal colony on a perfect size boat for sightseeing, island picnics, and lobster fishing demonstrations.
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LIGHTHOUSE, WILDLIFE & ACADIA NATIONAL PARK CRUISE
Nature cruises leave daily from the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel in search of eagles, porpoises, seals, & other interesting marine mammals and birds. Also featured are views of timeless mansions, Egg Rock lighthouse, & occasionally migrating birds that have ventured into Frenchman Bay. Tours depart daily at 10 AM and 1 PM, weather permitting.
This local cruise was suggested to us by a random tourist who raved about it. We immediately made a reservation for the three couples. Sea Princess is available for your special function. Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation.
We provide great trips for the entire family or group. We have plenty of free parking on site for guests while on one of our Acadian nature cruises. Come aboard the Acadian, Eden Star, Islander, Rambler and the Jennifer Ann. Our boats are clean and family-oriented and the Acadian & Eden Star are pet-friendly! The larger boats offer a snack bar and indoor heated cabin. Join us aboard the Miss Samantha, Maine’s largest lobster passenger boat!
The crew and staff were great and they really took time to make our tour extra special. We highly recommend this company to all who want to experience an once in a lifetime experience. Both were so gracious, clearly caring about everyone's comfort and involvement. The knowledge that both shared regarding the local seas, lobsters, crabs, seals, and landmarks was very interesting and informative. We caught a variety of sea life in the traps - lobster, crabs, and a sea cucumber.
The puffin and lighthouse tour also stops by Schoodic Island in search of eagles and other wildlife. The boat then takes a scenic ride along Schoodic Peninsula to view a bit of the shoreline of Acadia National Park. Other wildlife includes seals, harbor porpoise, osprey and other seabirds.
During our adventure we saw seals, the infamous puffins, bald eagles along with many other critters as well. The crew were accommodating, professional, a little humorous, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you're up for a boat ride in the Bar Harbor area. We booked a whale watching tour through this company. It was a great experience we saw several whales and porpoise and dolphins while on the tour.
Tours are fully narrated and run between 2-4 hours depending on the trip you choose. This Acadia Wildlife tour sails from mid-May through mid – August daily. This evening trip is one of the most beautiful ways to experience Frenchman Bay and Acadia National Park as the sun sets. Learn information about the environment, history, and culture of the area.
Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. The mountains of Acadia and the breathtaking Cranberry Isles provide the perfect backdrop for dramatic sunsets mirrored across the sea. View and learn about the marvelous creatures we are seeing on our recent tours.
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