Cruise around Islesboro for a 3-hour tour featuring the historic Grindle Point Lighthouse and Sailor’s Museum, with picturesque views and rich maritime stories.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Grindle Point Lighthouse was established in 1857 to aid sailors navigating Penobscot Bay’s challenging waterways.
Conservation
The tour promotes low-impact visits, encouraging visitors to respect marine and island ecosystems by staying on designated paths and avoiding wildlife disturbance.
Camden Harbor Cruises
Cruise around Islesboro for a 3-hour tour featuring the historic Grindle Point Lighthouse and Sailor’s Museum, with picturesque views and rich maritime stories.
Camden Harbor Cruises operates narrated boat excursions that showcase Maine’s coastline and maritime heritage. The fleet includes the Periwinkle, which serves as the platform for an eight-hour Full Day Cruise presented with the American Lighthouse Foundation and featuring puffin viewing; a portion of those ticket sales supports lighthouse preservation. Weekly three-hour options include the Grindle Point Lighthouse Excursion, with stops at Islesboro’s Grindle Point Lighthouse and the Sailor’s Museum and commentary that highlights local history, and the Sunday Morning Lighthouse Cruise, a narrated three-hour tour past landmarks such as Curtis Island and Owls Head.
Shorter adventures include the one-hour Lobstering & Lighthouse Cruise and the 1.5-hour Morning Lobster Haul, both offering hands-on lobster-trap demonstrations and the chance to learn about lobstering practices. A two-hour Eco-Tour (Wildlife Cruise) travels across the bay to a secluded seal habitat and includes bird and marine-life viewing along with a lobster-trap hauling demonstration. The Periwinkle is also available for private charter. Tours highlight local maritime history, lighthouse preservation, wildlife viewing, and lobstering techniques.
Tours Offered
7
Variety of cruises and charters
Trip Durations
1–8 hours
Short and full-day options available
Wildlife & Nature
Puffins, Seals
Wildlife-focused eco and lighthouse trips
Preservation Support
Portion of Sales
Supports lighthouse preservation
Select a lighthouse, wildlife, or lobstering trip and secure tickets for a memorable Maine coastal experience aboard the Periwinkle.
Bring layered clothing
Maine coastal weather can shift quickly; layers keep you comfortable on the open water.
Wear non-slip shoes
Wet decks can be slippery—opt for sturdy shoes with good grip.
Use sunscreen and sunglasses
Reflective waters increase sun exposure; protect your skin and eyes accordingly.
Bring a camera with zoom
Capture distant lighthouses, wildlife, and island scenery from the boat deck.
Windbreaker or waterproof jacket
Spring winds off the bay can be chilly and damp, so protective outerwear is key.
spring
Sun protection kit (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Summer sun intensifies across the water; gear protects from UV exposure.
summer
Warm layers
Fall temperatures drop quickly near the water, necessitating cozy clothing.
fall
Insulated gloves and hat
If winter tours are available, stay warm against cold coastal winds with insulated accessories.
winter