Penobscot Bay: Historic Schooner Day Sailing Trip

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Enjoy a sightseeing sailing trip aboard the Appledore II, a legendary wooden schooner. Depart from picturesque Penobscot Bay and take in Maine's rugged coastline with its famous lighthouses, wildlife, summer estates, islands, and lobster boats.

About this activity

  • Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

  • Duration

    2 hour

Experience

  • Highlights
    • Sail past local Camden and Penobscot Bay landmarks
    • Take part in hoisting the sails and a turn at the wheel
    • Enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks available to purchase
  • Full description
    Experience one of the top things to do in Camden sailing along Maine's magnificent rocky coastline. Climb aboard the elegant Appledore II, a historic schooner. Feel like an adventurer from the 19th-century while enjoying state-of-the-art accommodations onboard a modern windjammer. Stroll along the wide decks as you take in the sights without needing to duck beneath the rigging. With a capacity of only 49 passengers, there is abundant seating to make yourself comfortable for this intimate sailing trip.

    Enjoy the chance to sail your own wooden ship as the crew welcomes your participation. Offer to help raise the sails and take a turn at the wheel of this hard-working, seaworthy schooner. Ask your crew about the history of the boat which has sailed around the world, docking at many harbors along the way. Twice a year, she still sails the Eastern seaboard between her 2 home ports of Camden, Maine and Key West,...  more
  • Includes
    • Sailing trip aboard a historic schooner
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      Cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks (available for purchase)
  • Exclude
    • Gratuities