1.5 to 2-Hr Windjammer Sailing Trip in Maine w/ Licensed Captain
Overview
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2 hours
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Enjoy a leisurely sail on Frenchman Bay that includes narration about historical and geographical points of interest. View wildlife including eagles, seals and porpoises.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet on the Bar Harbor Inn Pier. Arrive 45 minutes before departure for boarding. Boarding closes 15 minutes before departure.
What To Expect
Experience beautiful views of Acadia National Park from the water. Sail among the Porcupine Islands of Frenchman Bay and watch for wildlife, enjoy a picnic, or just relax. Late in the season, our Sunset cruise begins earlier and lasts 1.5 hours. Meet on the Bar Harbor Inn Pier. Please arrive 45 minutes before departure for boarding. Boarding closes 15 minutes prior to departure, and NO LATE BOARDING IS PERMITTED. Missed departures are not eligible for refunds or rebooking. Please allow extra time for parking.
Options
2-Hour Windjammer Sailing Trip in Maine with Licensed Captain
What‘s Included
Live musician on Sunset Trips
Beverages for Sale: wine, beer & soft drinks offered on 2pm & Sunset Trips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
619 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Set sail on Bar Harbor
273kimn,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Margaret Todd is a beautiful schooner! We booked the 10am, but due to heavy fog they moved us to the 2pm sailing. What a blast on a gorgeous afternoon. The captain was wonderful and the crew fun to chat with. Best part, they asked if anyone wanted to help raise the sails and my husband got to help...not bad for a 68yr old guy! Gusty day with clear blue skies. Saw some harbor porpoises (dolphins?) land lots of birds. Captain shared the names of various islands in and around the harbor. Beer and wine available for purchase
Wonderful sunset cruise
Kevin M,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cold night, great friendly crew, and new friends and laughter filled our corner of the ship. Sunset was spectacular and it was everything I wanted it to be
Beautiful, fun adventure....
Paula B,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful, fun adventure. They were friendly and educational. Our family enjoyed it very much. I would recommend.
Fun experience
funmaru2,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Guests that feel up to it, can volunteer to help pull up the sails. We didn't volunteer but, it was fun to watch. The weather was good so we didn't have any issues. I have a bad knee so I was worried about the boarding process but, we didn't have to take a tender so boarding and unboarding was a breeze. I would definitely do this again.
Great experience
kristyr897,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great experience! Beautiful boat and views.
Nice time on the water
Jaymee B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a beautiful 150 ft sailboat and the captain was very knowledgeable about the area and the crew was excellent. Make sure you have a coat because the wind was up which made it very chilly but it was beautiful out in the bay.
Awesome customer service
181joanm,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an issue when making my reservation. User error, not theirs. I left an email and I was very pleased to have a response that all was resolved for me. It was above and beyond what I expected!
It was ok.
351eliezerb,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I was expecting more from this cruise.9
Disappointing experience
R1853GNerink,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Sure it would be great experience on a sunny, warm day. Instead, the day was spitting rain, cloudy, cold and windy. Everyone who braved the trip because they could not get money back (or even the chance to rebook), looked absolutely miserable. Fully understand the weather can’t be controlled, but it was disappointing.
Good day to sail
N2913ORwilliamd,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time and I got to help pull up the sails.
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Operated by Downeast Windjammer Cruises Lines