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    Private Acadia National Park Sightseeing Cruise

    Private Maine coast cruise with Acadia views for groups of 7–36

    5.0 stars• 391 reviews
    From$963incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2-3hrs

    Ideal For

    7-36 people

    Includes

    Private charter, Captain and crew

    Highlights

    Cruise Blue Hill Bay on a private charter aboard the RLGott, with views of Acadia National Park and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Customize your route and take time for photos and wildlife spotting along Maine’s coast.

    • Explore Blue Hill Bay and Maine’s pink granite coast
    • View Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse from the water
    • Choose a 2- or 3-hour private cruise for 7–36 passengers
    • Customize your route or follow the captain’s favorite spots
    • Look for seals, eagles, porpoises, and puffins (June–early Aug)
    • Bring your own food and drinks for an onboard picnic

    What's Included

    • Captain and crew
    • Custom private charter for your group
    • Required safety gear on a United States Coast Guard certified vessel
    • Cooler and ice (if needed)

    Things to know

    Meet at 12 Little Island Way, Bass Harbor, Maine. Arrive 10 minutes early, and bring a jacket or sweater since it can be cooler on the water.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels up to time of departure due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows and cancellations within 48 hrs of departure will be charged the full price; missed trips are not transferable.

    FAQs

    Bring warm clothing (it’s cooler on the water) and any food or drinks you want. You may also want binoculars, a camera, and sunscreen. A cooler and ice are available if needed.

    Yes. Bring any food and drinks you like and picnic as you cruise.

    Weather can change quickly, and trips may be canceled due to inclement conditions (more often in spring and fall). If the operator cancels due to weather, you receive a full refund.

    Meeting details

    12 Little Island Way, Bass Harbor Maine

    Experience provided by Island Cruises
    Experience provided by Island Cruises

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    2hr-Private RLGott Sightseeing

    $963

    your group of 7-36 passengers, all ages

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    3hr-Private RLGott Sightseeing

    $1,444.50

    your group of 7-36 passengers, all ages

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    Review summary

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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great tour

    Photo of Mike Z

    Mike Z

    February 13, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great tour

    Photo of Mike Z

    Mike Z

    February 13, 2026

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