Excursions and Sightseeing

Best sightings of wildlife - bald eagles, seals and porpoises. Bring your binoculars. 3 trips daily each approximately 1-1/2 to 2-hour sail. Choose a 10 am, 2 pm or a sunset sail with live music.
When open: Late May - Mid October  

Join us for your Maine adventure. A a family-owned business running our lobster boat nature tours for over 30 years and now offering private charters for fishing, sailing, and sights. Our professional charter captains provide a unique, personalized experience of the Maine coast. We have the boat ride for you.
When open: Book now, trips begin 6/3/25  

Explore Acadia aboard the Elizabeth T, a wooden Maine lobster boat. Haul and bait lobster traps, and learn about this valuable Maine fishery as we cruise by the Cranberry Islands and Bear Island Lighthouse. See the rocky cliffs of Somes Sound Fjard & watch for wildlife, especially seals feeding and sunbathing. Trips run 3 times a day and sunset.
When open: Open May 1 thru mid-October  

Sail Acadia National Park aboard the Alice E, the world's oldest Friendship Sloop still sailing. Built in 1899, Alice E. was originally a working lobster sloop used by Maine fisherman. Now she offers private and shared charters for up to 6 people.
When open: Open May 1 thru mid October  

At Scenic Acadia Tour Company, we offer immersive, locally guided experiences that showcase the best of Acadia National Park. With deep roots in the area and years of guiding experience, our tours are crafted to be informative, relaxed, and tailored to each group’s pace and interests.

As a registered Maine Guide, uscg licensed captain and an 8th generation Island fisherman with over 30 years of commercial fishing experience, I enjoy sharing my knowledge of Island fishing history on our "lobster charter" and love exploring Acadia as we spot marine wildlife up close! Your enjoyment and satisfaction is our #1 goal.

Guided Mindfulness Walks in Nature. Try out a variety of stress-relieving mindfulness practices while immersing yourself in the beauty of Acadia National Park. Leave with tools for relaxation you can use anytime, anywhere.
When open: year round  

The Ambergris was designed by famed navel architect Tom Colvin and based on a Pinky Schooner, a New England boat that was used in the 1800's for fishing and hauling cargo. She's 60 feet on deck and about 80 feet overall. Her wide deck and pilot house let guests enjoy sailing in any weather. Below, she has a galley, three private guest cabins and a separate crew quarters.

Located on a 10 acre farmstead, Atlantic Brewing Company offers tastings of Bar Harbor Real Ale, Blueberry Ale, and much more daily from 11 to 6. Tours of the brewhouse take place at 3pm Friday-Sunday's followed by a guided tasting!
When open: Town Hill Tasting Room opens May 4 at 11AM  

Our ferry offers daily year round transportation to and from Northeast Harbor & the Cranberry Isles. The Cranberry Isles,includes Islesford, Great Cranberry, and Sutton Island. Join us on a once in a lifetime ride to visit the Cranberry Isles. Take in the scenic views, meet some locals and experience the beauty of the islands.
When open: Starting August 31, we will begin operating on our Fall Schedule  

Departing from the Beal's Lobster Pier in Southwest Harbor, this ferry serves Great Cranberry and Islesford (Little Cranberry) with several runs daily 7:15 AM to 5:15 PM from Memorial Day weekend through October 1.
When open: Memorial Day Weekend through October 1