Cruise past Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and haul lobster traps
2 hours
General admission ticket
Explore the Maine coast on a 2-hour nature cruise from Bass Harbor. Learn about Maine’s fishing industry, haul a few lobster traps, and cruise through the outer islands of Blue Hill Bay.
Tickets are required for all ages due to Coast Guard passenger-count regulations. Trips may be canceled due to inclement weather.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Reservations made within 24 hrs are non-refundable or transferable. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances up until time of departure. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Yes. Tickets are required for all ages due to Coast Guard passenger-count regulations.
Seating is general admission. If you’re in a large party and want to sit together, arrive early.
Island Cruises Ticket Office: 12 Little Island Way, Bass Harbor Maine, 04653
Eli, Robin, Hutch, and Matt have built something genuinely special out of Bass Harbor. These are local guides who clearly love where they live, and that enthusiasm comes through on every cruise. Reviewers consistently rave about the wildlife sightings, including bald eagles, harbor seals, grey seals, porpoises, and even the occasional whale or puffin, and the captains always seem to know exactly where to look. The thoughtful touch of rotating the boat so everyone gets a good view says a lot about how much they care about the experience. Both group nature cruises and private charters get glowing feedback, and families with young kids mention it works well for all ages. The historical narration gets called out repeatedly as a highlight, going well beyond typical tour commentary. Across hundreds of reviews, the sentiment is remarkably consistent: people leave feeling like they got far more than they expected. If you're spending time in the Acadia area, this one is worth putting at the top of your list.
Great tour
Mike Z
February 13, 2026
Great tour
Mike Z
February 13, 2026