Upon your arrival at the Bar Harbor Hotel ~ Bluenose Inn, our knowledgable hotel staff will be happy to make reservations for any of the tours or activities listed below.

Acadia National Park Tours
See and hear the sights, sounds and stories of old Bar Harbor and Acadia as only native guides can show you on 2.5 hour bus tours. Daily trips at 10:00am and 2:00pm.
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Bicycling
Like to bike? Then Acadia National Park is the place for you. You will find more than fifty miles of carriage paths woven throughout the park offering visitors a unique view of this beautiful island. Originally built for horse drawn carriages by John Davison Rockefeller, Jr. in 1913, these wide, gravel-packed paths are closed to automobile traffic. Enjoy bike riding through peaceful forests, over picturesque granite bridges, and along the spectacular coastline of Mount Desert Island.
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Kayaking
Discover why sea kayaking has become one of Mount Desert Island's most popular sports! With the island's miles of protected coastline and many offshore islands, there's no more serene, yet invigorating way to see the sights. Guided kayaking tours of varying lengths and skill levels are available.
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Foliage in Acadia National Park

USA TODAY lists Acadia among "10 great places to peep at the peak foliage."  "People don't think of the coast as a good foliage spot, but it's just as beautiful.  The scarlets and golds contrast with the blue of the Atlantic. And the colors appear later and last longer because the ocean has a moderating influence. For a spectacular vista, we recommend heading to the summit of the park's Cadillac Mountain, the highest point along the Atlantic. Peak season usually starts in mid-October."  USA TODAY, Sept. 14, 2007

Sailing Cruises: Margaret Todd
The new 151 ft. Margaret Todd is the first 4-masted schooner to work New England waters in over half a century. Enjoy a majestic sail among the islands of Frenchman Bay, view Acadia National Park from the sea, watch lobstermen hauling their traps, or just relax on spacious decks. The Margaret Todd leaves from the Bar Harbor Inn Pier.
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Nature Cruises: Acadian
Join the Acadian crew as they search for seals, porpoises, and eagles among the many picturesque islands off the shores of Acadia National Park. A naturalist will point out turn-of-the-century homes such as those of Joseph Pulitzer, C.J. Morrill, and Atwater Kent. Acadian offers a heated cabin and terrific narrators.
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Whale Watching: Friendship V
No visit to Bar Harbor is complete until you've seen the majestic beauty of some of the world's largest mammals, the great whales. These cruises will take you 20 miles out to sea where humpback, finback, right and Minke whiles are commonly found. During the ride to the feeding grounds of these amazing animals, an experienced naturalist will provide information and answer questions on a variety of seabirds, seals, porpoises, and, of course, whales.

Built in 1996, the Friendship V was designed specifically for whale watching in the Gulf of Maine. She is 112' long and 31' wide, and her two hulls assure you of a smooth, stable ride with less rocking. Three outside viewing decks have more viewing room than any other boat. The captains keep in touch with off-shore fishermen for recent sightings.

So as you are packing for your stay at the Bar Harbor Hotel ~ Bluenose Inn, don't forget some warm clothes, your binoculars, and a camera so you can capture the magnificent sights of your whale watching experience!
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