Scenic Breakfast Cruise in Ogunquit, Maine
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels since the cruise involves minimal physical activity.
Overview
Enjoy a peaceful breakfast on the water with a Scenic Breakfast Cruise near Ogunquit, Maine, offering amazing coastal views and fresh ocean air. Discover local history and wildlife on this private, early morning adventure.
Scenic Breakfast Cruise
1 Hour 15 Min • All Ages • No Better Way to Start you Morning!
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About This Adventure
Scenic Breakfast Cruise
Duration
1 Hour and 15 Minutes
About
Nothing could be better than starting your day aboard Finestkind II with hot coffee, orange juice, and a freshly baked muffin from the Village Food Market in downtown Ogunquit. Departing every morning, the Breakfast Cruise travels north along the tranquil morning waters of the Ogunquit shoreline to the Island Ledges; a habitat of harbor seals. Your tour guide will explain the many sights along the way and on the return trip to Perkins Cove give a brief discussion of lobsters and lobstering; more of which can be seen on the Lobstering Trip.
A Piece of Ogunquit History
Inspired by the Love of Maine’s Coastline Oscar Hubbard, a sixth generation native, along with his wife Eleanor; started Finestkind Scenic Cruises in the summer of 1956 to share their love of the unrivaled beauty of the Maine coastline. What started as a one boat operation running from the town dock has grown into a fleet of three well-maintained motor vessels with a busy summer schedule of over fifteen trips a day.
Responding to the ever increasing demand, the Hubbards added more trips and expanded the operating season to meet the needs of their customers. Finestkind Scenic Cruises currently operates May 1 through mid-October and has a variety of different trips and departure times to make it easy for everyone to include a trip along the Maine coast in their vacation plans.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Best Seating
Arriving at least 15 minutes before departure ensures you get the best spot on deck for unobstructed views.
Dress in Layers
Mornings on the water can be cool, so wear layers to stay comfortable as temperatures may vary.
Bring Motion Sickness Remedies
If you are prone to seasickness, consider taking medication or bringing remedies to ensure a comfortable trip.
Respect Wildlife Distance
Observe seals and birds like osprey from a safe distance to minimize disturbance to local wildlife.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harbor seals
- Osprey (fish hawks)
History
Ogunquit has a rich maritime history, with fishing and boatbuilding playing key roles since the 19th century.
Conservation
Local operators promote sustainable tourism to protect marine habitats and maintain clean waters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Light Jacket or Windbreaker
Protects against cool morning breezes on the water.
spring specific
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during exposure to direct sunlight on the open water.
summer specific
Binoculars
Enhances birdwatching and wildlife spotting from the boat.
Motion Sickness Medication
Helps manage seasickness for those prone to motion sensitivity.