All Cruises

An adventure to remember! Head offshore in search of whales while your guide educates you about the whales and other species of the Gulf of Maine.

Ride aboard state-of-the art catamarans with professional and knowledgeable naturalists and crew to see 3 island lighthouses! Spot puffins, razorbills, guillemonts, and common and Arctic terns!

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.

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.

Join us aboard the Miss Samantha, Maine’s largest lobster passenger boat! Watch our experienced fisherman haul in lobster traps, then head off to a small island to view seals basking on the rocks.

Acadia Night Sky “Under the Stars” Boat Cruise

September 18th, 19th, & 20th, 2025

Discover Acadia’s amazing astronomy as we use a laser pointer to identify constellations, planets, and distant galaxies.

A far offshore adventure to one of the Gulf of Maine’s marine life hotspots- Cashes Ledge!

Cruise up the mighty Penobscot River and  photograph incredible wildlife, fall foliage  and ten coastal lighthouses – plus a stop ashore along the Bangor waterfront for lunch.  

Cruise aboard a stable and comfortable jet-powered catamaran to view 18 lighthouses including along the Downeast Coast of Maine and Canadian waters of the Bay of Fundy!

An offshore boat cruise into the Gulf of Maine to see offshore species of seabirds and lighthouse stations!

Coming to Bar Harbor in late summer and fall? If yes, this is a boat cruise not to be missed! 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.

Join Bar Harbor Whale Watch for spectacular views of the 4th of July fireworks!