6 Hours Monroe Island Adventure Experience

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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the pristine beauty of Monroe Island on this 6-hour adventure that combines sailing, hiking, and a delicious lobster picnic. Departing from Rockland, you'll sail past iconic lighthouses before arriving at the 250-acre preserve, where you can hike through lush forests and along rocky beaches for 2-2.5 hours. After your exploration, enjoy a lobster roll lunch while sailing back through picturesque Penobscot Bay. This tour is perfect for all ages and includes opportunities to assist with sailing, making it a fun and engaging experience for families and nature lovers alike.

- 6-hour sailing trip suitable for all ages with a focus on nature
- 2-2.5 hours of hiking, beachcombing, and wildlife viewing on Monroe Island
- Lobster picnic lunch provided; alternative meals available upon request
- Opportunity to help sail the boat and enjoy fresh salt spray on the return journey

What's Included

2–2.5 Hours of Island Exploration
Guided Sail Past Two Iconic Lighthouses
Afternoon Sail Through Penobscot Bay
Safety Gear
Lobster Picnic Lunch (with Alternatives Available)
Tender Shuttle to Monroe Island
6 hours Round‑Trip Sailing Experience
Transportation to/from the Departure Point
Guided Hiking on Monroe Island
Additional Food or Snacks Beyond the Provided Lunch
Beverages
Personal Gear

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Arrive at Middle Pier, Rockland Harbor — this is where all trips depart. Please contact us for further instruction and additional information.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your adventure begins at Middle Pier, where you board the Morning in Maine ketch at 9:00 AM. The winds are usually calm in the morning, offering smooth conditions and excellent wildlife‑watching opportunities as you set sail. This is also where the tour returns

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Shortly after departure, the boat sails past this historic lighthouse situated at the end of the nearly mile‑long Rockland Breakwater. You’ll see it from the water as part of the scenic route toward Monroe Island.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Another highlight along the route, this iconic cliffside lighthouse provides classic views of the Maine coastline as you pass it en route to Monroe Island.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After approximately 1 hour of sailing, you arrive at Monroe Island, a 250‑acre island preserve managed by the Maine Coast Heritage Trust. You’ll be shuttled ashore via a 12‑ft tender. Guests have 2–2.5 hours to hike, beachcomb, or explore island trails passing through rocky beaches, fern‑filled forests, and granite bluffs.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will sail into Penobscot Bay and see some of Monroe’s rocky granite bluffs while we enjoy our lunch and then have a brisk sail back into Rockland on the afternoon breeze. Guests will have the opportunity to help raise the sails and steer the boat as we harness the breeze, shut down the engine and hopefully catch a little refreshing salt spray. We will return to Middle Pier in Rockland and disembark at 3pm.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by A Morning In Maine

Tags

Day Trips
Hiking Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Water Tours
Adventure Tours

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