![]() ![]() In the past, these birds populated the coastal areas of Maine, but by the early 1900s, there were no puffins spotted on the islands besides a single pair of puffins on Matinicus Rock. The history of puffins on Maine islands is complicated. The island is located nearly 22 miles (35 km) off the coast, and the tours depart from Stonington. Seal Island National Wildlife Refuge with the surface of 65 acres (26 ha) is home to the largest puffin population in the state itself. Puffin watching cruises run from Bar Harbor and Milbridge. This is also famous for its iconic lighthouse. Petit Manan Island is another place to encounter puffins. But in Rockland, one can rent a boat for a private tour. Owing to its remoteness, it doesn't have regularly scheduled cruises. Matinicus Rock is set 23 miles (37 km) off the coast from Rockland. The tours to Eastern Egg Rock depart from New Harbor in the town of Bristol, Boothbay Harbor, and Port Clyde. ![]() Along with the birds, one may spot seals and bald eagles. Therefore, puffins have nowhere to hide from curious watchers. The small and scenic island is mostly rock, 7 acres (3 ha) in size. One of the most popular puffin destinations is Eastern Egg Rock, set 6 miles (10 km) from the shore. The long drive to the border is worth it, not only for the prime puffin watching but also for the Bold Coast Scenic Byway. Tours to Machias Seal Island depart from Cutler. If you choose other destinations, it will be reasonable to bring binoculars along. We have plenty of free parking on site for guests while on one of our Acadian nature cruises.The distant MaŃhias Seal Island boasts the greatest puffin population and is the only island where you can watch the birds from the shore which allows getting closest to them. Please see our trip schedule for details. We provide great trips for the entire family or group. However, please bring a warm jacket or sweater with you on all of our cruises, as temperatures on the water are cooler than they are on shore. Our Bar Harbor cruises are clean and family-oriented and the Acadian & Eden Star are pet-friendly! The boats offer a small snack bar, restrooms, and the large boats also have a heated, indoor cabin. We have four boats, the Acadian, the Islander the Eden Star AND our six-passenger private charter boat - the Rambler. Take in the historical lighthouses of our area! We have naturalists who will keep you informed about the wildlife we are seeing and are happy to answer any questions you may have. Cruise with us through Frenchman Bay or Somes Sound into the only fjord on the East Coast. We also feature views of lighthouses, the vintage homes of Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, and Seal Harbor, and the quaint village of Southwest Harbor. Explore the rich wildlife population and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of coastal Maine, Acadia National Park, the islands of Frenchman Bay, and the shoreline of Bar Harbor. in Bar Harbor, Maine, Acadian Boat Tours offers Sightseeing/ Nature cruises, Puffins/Lighthouses & Seabird Tours, Tours of the Somes Sound Fjord, Lighthouse and National Park trips, Family Friendly Fishing trips as well as private family charters aboard our vessels. Located at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, 119 Eden St. Click here to Learn more about join our teamJoin Our Team.Click here to Learn more about contact usContact Us. ![]() Click here to Learn more about photo galleryPhoto Gallery.Click here to Learn more about groups & chartersGroups & Charters.Click here to Learn more about boats & crewBoats & Crew.Click here to Learn more about schedule & ratesSchedule & Rates.Click here to Learn more about private family chartersPrivate Family Charters.Click here to Learn more about all public cruisesAll Public Cruises.Click here to Learn more about lighthouse & national park tourLighthouse & National Park Tour. ![]()
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