2 Hour Tour • Up to 6 Passengers • All Ages Welcome
Glide past working lobster boats, barnacled rocks, and historic lighthouses as the mountains of Acadia glow at sunset. This intimate two-hour cruise from Southwest Harbor is a compact, sensory snapshot of Mount Desert Island’s coastal life.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people; you should be able to stand or move about on a small boat for two hours and handle mild motion.
Wildlife
History
Southwest Harbor and Mount Desert Island have long been shaped by fishing and lobstering, a tradition that still structures daily life and local seasons.
Conservation
Operators follow best practices to minimize wake near wildlife, avoid approaching haul-out sites, and encourage passengers to respect marine habitats.
2 Hour Tour • Up to 6 Passengers • All Ages Welcome
Book early
Summer evenings sell out quickly; reserve in advance to secure preferred times and seating.
Dress in layers
Even warm days cool quickly after sunset—pack windproof and insulating layers.
Bring a camera
Low-angle light and small-group cruising make for great photos—carry a fast lens if you have one.
Respect wildlife
Keep distance from seals and birds; operators avoid close approaches to reduce disturbance.
Windproof jacket
Blocks offshore chill as the sun sets and wind picks up.
Non-slip shoes
Helps you stay steady on deck and while boarding.
Lightweight camera
A small camera with a fast lens captures low-light sunset scenes without bulky gear.
Binoculars
Useful for spotting distant wildlife and inspecting shoreline detail.