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Your local guide, Joe Grollino of Island Wonders Tour Company, will reveal a side of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island that few get to experience. Forget the summer crowds and bustling traffic; this is a tour for those who seek the tranquil, majestic beauty of winter in Maine.
The winter landscape:
When the first snow falls, Acadia transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, blanketing the park's rugged granite peaks and rocky shorelines. On this tour, you'll witness this serene landscape at its finest!
A peaceful park:
The quiet season offers solitude, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty without distraction.
Iconic scenery, now with a frosty twist:
See familiar sights in a new light, with frost-dusted evergreens and ice-rimmed coastlines painting a stunning picture.
Ever-present sea:
The dramatic coastline remains a constant, with waves crashing against the icy rocks and cliffs, creating a spectacular, powerful display.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
All tours may begin/end at your preferred location on Mount Desert Island within a reasonable distance of the tour’s start/finish. Common starting points include your local lodging, campgrounds, local marinas/ports, Agamont Park in Bar Harbor, and the Hulls Cove Visitor Center.
Itinerary
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1Acadia National Park
Catch the Atlantic Coastline in its Winter Grandeur! While Cadillac Mountain's summit road is closed, the stunning pink granite coast remains accessible. We'll travel along the plowed portion of the Park Loop Road, from Schooner Head Road to Otter Cliff Road, to visit Acadia's most scenic ocean views. Experience the famous Thunder Hole as winter waves crash into the rocky inlet, creating a unique and powerful spectacle. Witness a rare sight at Sand Beach, where the ocean meets a beach made of sand and shell, now framed by a tranquil, wintry landscape. See ice formations and gaze out at the amazing vistas from the Otter Cliffs. At Jordan Pond you can capture stunning photos of the frozen pond set against the snow-dusted Bubbles mountains. Sieur de Monts Spring, Eagle Lake, and so much more awaits! Take the time to explore trails along the way, or enjoy the views from inside the heated 4-wheel drive Jeep Cherokee.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Mount Desert Island
Between Bar Harbor and Bass Harbor we'll see the villages of Mt. Desert, Otter Creek, Seal Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Somesville, Southwest Harbor, and Manset. We'll also see the one of a kind Somes Sound along the way, with so many other opportunities for photos or hiking. You'll also have the chance to stop and warm up at a local bakery or restaurant. All tours are customizable, just contact Island Wonders Tour Company of Bar Harbor and we'll design the day around you!
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Visit the historic Bass Harbor Lighthouse on the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. You'll have the opportunity to see the natural Seawall area, and take a walk on the Wonderland trail or the Ship Harbor trail. See the local working Lobster Harbor of Bass Harbor, and the breathtaking panoramas of Acadia's wild Western Mountains.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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