easy
4–5 hours
Minimal physical exertion is required; suitable for most fitness levels with some ability to move safely on deck.
Join Schooner Heritage for a private sailing adventure along Maine’s stunning Rockland coast on September 20, 2025. Encounter wildlife, historic lighthouses, and island culture on this unforgettable voyage.
6-night trip • Starting at $1,470 per person based on double occupancy • Ages 12+
Embark on an unforgettable sailing adventure along Maine's stunning coastline, where you'll encounter seals, porpoises, and majestic lighthouses. Experience island life, enjoy delicious meals, and choose your level of participation, from hands-on sailing to relaxing with a book. This unique journey promises breathtaking views and cherished memories.
Come see Maine from the right side, from the water! The natural beauty of the unspoiled coastline and the seals, porpoises, and pelagic birds who call it home make this trip an adventure you’ll always remember. Lighthouses, those sentinels of our rocky coast, can be spotted throughout your time aboard. Visit island fishing villages, small coastal communities, and uninhabited islands to get a sense of what it’s like to live along the coast of Maine. As well as seeing it under sail, there will be opportunities for walks ashore. The itinerary for the trip is unplanned; we’ll use the tides, winds, and weather to our advantage to make for smooth sailing. Regardless of where we go, the panoramic views will surely please.
This can be as much of a hands-on adventure as you’d like. Help raise and tend sails, check out where we are on the chart, and perhaps even have an opportunity to take a turn at the wheel. And we always need rowers when we go ashore. But if you are more of an observer or simply looking for time to sit back and read that book you’ve been wanting to read, or perhaps sketch or paint, those are all perfect options as well.
Delicious meals are prepared on our wood-fired galley stove, except when we go ashore and cook up lobster and corn on the cob at our all-you-can-eat lobster picnic. (Yes, there will be an alternative if you don’t enjoy crustaceans. Just let us know ahead of time.)
This will be the vacation of a lifetime!
Your bed has already been made for you before you arrive. All you’ll have to do is unpack and relax.
Double Cabin $2,940 Double-occupancy cabin with one double bed.
Upper/Lower Bunk Cabin $1,470 per person, $2,940 for the cabin. Double occupancy cabin with one upper single bed and one lower single bed.
Single Cabin $1,710 Single occupancy cabin with single bed.
Private Head Cabin $3,420 Double occupancy cabin with one double bed and your own private head.
Maine's coastal weather can shift quickly, so layering helps you stay comfortable on deck.
Protect your skin from sun glare off the water, even on cloudy days.
Closed-toe footwear with good grip is important for safe movement on the wet deck.
Bring a reusable water bottle to stay refreshed during the trip.
Rockland has a rich maritime history as a key shipping and fishing port dating back to the 18th century.
Schooner Heritage supports local marine conservation efforts by promoting sustainable practices and educating guests about coastal ecosystems.
Blocks wind and light rain, keeping you comfortable on cooler spring days.
spring specific
Reduces water glare, making wildlife and distant views clearer.
summer specific
Keeps your head warm during crisp autumn breezes.
fall specific
Ensures safe footing on wet or uneven boat decks throughout the year.