Booking now available for our 2026 season
See puffins, seals, lighthouses and the best views of Acadia National Park!
On this 2 hour tour we seek out the area wildlife, abundant on the Maine coast due to a long history of conservation efforts. Puffins, seals, eagles, eiders, porpoise and more! Stunning views of Acadia National Park, pink granite coastline, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and remote Duck Island Lighthouse, too.
$ 43
$ 28
Enjoy a Puffin/Seal Tour on the Quietside of Acadia!
We cruise past Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and isolated Duck Island light up close and personal — visit where seals sun and swim and puffins and sea birds feed and nest. When the porpoises are swimming or the eagles are hunting, we make sure to stop to give our passengers a real treat. This tour on the Quietside is the best way to see Acadia National Park from the water.
Important information: Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time, and be sure to check in to our ticket office before boarding the boat. Bringing a jacket or sweater is recommended, even on warm days. Seating is general admission, and we are often fully booked, so large parties especially should come early to sit together. Occasionally, we must cancel a trip due to inclement weather, more often in the spring and fall. We will use your mobile contact number and email address to contact you no less than an hour before departure for cancellations. Usually at least 24 hours prior. Please be sure to check emails and texts from Island Cruises.
Book a private fishing charter to experience a comfortable day on the water exploring the beauty of Acadia National Park. Our local captains are avid fisherman and know all the best spots; we will create the perfect trip for you.
Experience one of the finest sailing destinations on planet earth aboard our beautiful 36’ sailboat charter, Motu Iti. Enjoy the fresh breeze and natural beauty sailing in Blue Hill Bay in Acadia National Park.
On this 2 hour tour, you will learn about Maine’s fishing industry, see wildlife, haul a few lobster traps, and enjoy stunning views of Acadia National Park. We cruise past Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and experience the outer islands of Blue Hill Bay, where you’ll see seals, nesting birds, and more. This nature cruise of Blue Hill Bay and Bass Harbor is one you won’t forget!