Our sightings include humpback, finback, right, and pilot whales, also puffins, terns, and thousands of seabirds, and pods of dolphin and porpoise, and seals, sharks, and tuna. Among the marine life are finback, humpback and minke whales. Allied whale would like to thank the bar harbor whale watch for their generous financial support and our longterm successful research partnership. Bar harbor whale watch co 1 west st bar harbor, me whale. This is some video clips and photographs of our trip with bar harbor whale watch company. We also know the best areas to search after nearly thirty years of whale watching. The last time i went out of bar harbor, in august it had been a couple of weeks since the last sighting of any whales. Whale watching in bar harbor maine on july 7, 2015 youtube. Check with the front desk for tour times and availability.
Maine whale watching with odyssey whale watch, portland, maine. Seals, dolphins, porpoises and puffins are also often seen around the whales. This trip with a catamaran out to the atlantic is breathtaking you will go 20 see miles out to get the experience to see whales it is fantastic to see the in the. Bar harbor whale watching an experience of a lifetime in maine. We had great weather and just after arriving at the. The best time for maine whale watching begins in midapril when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton, and fish. Your ultimate guide to the best maine whale watching trips. The boothbay harbor, maine, whale watching season typically begins in midapril as whales migrate north for their feeding season. We have great speed with our boats and are willing to go far to search. Jun, 2016 raw unedited footage showing what you can expect from the puffin and whale watch boat tour in bar harbor, maine.
The inn on the wharfs boat tarquin seats 26 with inside and outside comfort. The worlds largest living creatures can be found feeding and frolicking just 20 miles off the maine coast. Giant ocean creatures can be found 30 km 20 mi off the coast from midapril through late october. Sep 23, 2011 this is some video clips and photographs of our trip with bar harbor whale watch company. Sep 30, 2016 as we looked further north, we reminisced about our favorite restaurant in portland, maine and how we would love to someday go to acadia national park. During your voyage you may spot humpback, finback and minke whales as well as seals, otters, dolphins and porpoises. Midapril brings the northern humpbacks, fin whales, the endangered north atlantic right whale and minke whales. We would love to do a whale watching trip whilst in bar harbor. Our new boat was launched in march 2006, it is 87 om bow to stern, and is equipped with the most modern safety and navigational equipment. All you have to do is relax, have your camera ready and enjoy the show. The bar harbor whale watch company offers a variety of boat tours for all ages that show different sights and wildlife in the area around mount desert island, maine. Jul 20, 2015 a video from our family vacation in maine. June, july and the beginning of august are the best times to spot them off the coast of maine.
Apr 10, 2017 whale watching is hitormiss thing even in season. Whale watching bar harbor whale watch company, bar harbor. Well be in bar harbor for 2 12 days and portland for 2 12 days the last week of june. We did not take a cruise with bar harbor whale watch co. From bar harbor all the way down the coast of maine, whales can be seen cruising and frolicking throughout the summer. The best time for maine whale watching begins in midapril when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton. The bar harbor whale watch company is located just 15 minutes from hanncock county airport, airport code bhb, with direct commuter service from boston on us airways express. We went whale watching in bar harbor, maine with the bar harbor whale watching. That said, ive been whale watching three times and have always seen whales. This enables our passengers to have the comfort and freedom of a more personalized cruise with captain parker or captain robertson. United states whale watching in bar harbor maine my husband and i will be in bar harbor acadia national park for a few days in mid july. Nicks will cruise from kennebunkport to the summer feeding grounds of finbacks, humpbacks, minkes, the rare blue whale and the endangered right whale. Of the worlds 85 cetacean species, six are found here, including the finback, humpback, and minke.
The weather makes an enormous difference and when the seas are calm and it is clear and sunny we rarely go without seeing whales. No trip to maine is complete without the ultimate thrill of a whale watch adventure. Maine s largest boating tour company offering whale and wildlife watches, nature cruises, lighthouse tours, acadia national park tours from. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off. Humpback whale watching in bar harbor, maine youtube. Whales migrate to the coast of maine to feed in midspring, leaving in october for warmer waters. Whale watchingisland hopping boat rides near bar harbor, me. The whale season runs from mid spring thru the end of october. Whale watching in maine is more than a spectator sport. Whale watching is one of the most exciting things to do in maine, and tours are available all along the coast. Allied whale at the college of the atlantic home facebook. The bar harbor whale watch company and town pier will be located on your left at 1 west street in downtown bar harbor.
When youre not whale watching, check out some of our favorite restaurants, shops, and attractions we listed inside. One of us gets motion sick take offlanding on planes, mountain roads, boats on the water not moving but we want to do a whale watching tour. Whale watching in bar harbor maine fodors travel talk. We were staying at the harborside inn, right next to their ticket booth. Our captains tour, which leaves from our wharf in lubec, will show you whales, share sea stories and visit seals, eagles and lighthouses. Also common is the smaller pilot whale, and harbor seals and whitesided dolphins. Let odyssey whale watch take you on an adventure you wont forget, great fun and educational for the entire family. We went whale watching in bar harbor, maine with the bar harbor whale. For guests interested in taking part in this quintessential maine activity, the bar harbor whale watch company sails daily throughout the season from from one west street, adjacent to the town pier in downtown bar harbor. Did you know that the gulf of maine s nutrientrich watersabundant with krill, squid, and small fishmake it a prime habitat for a variety of whales. Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. On a whale watching tour, you will be able to see these and possibly be able to view various species of sharks and giant tuna.
Where can you find the best whale watching in maine. Bar harbor whale watch company 2020 all you need to know. Raw unedited footage showing what you can expect from the puffin and whale watch boat tour in bar harbor, maine. We booked a hotel in downtown bar harbor, made our ferry reservations and mapped out our route. Especially during our peak season from midjune to midaugust. Allied whale home allied whale college of the atlantic. We went whale watching which was something we had never done before. Whale watching in bar harbor, maine east coast travel. The gulf of maine and the region that encompasses acadia national park is rich with marine life. Robin williams on carson w jonathan winters 1991 duration. Most frequently you can see humpback, pilot, minke, orcas, sperm and finback whales in the gulf of maine.
Feb 04, 2020 for my one night in bar harbor, i was in the mood for fried seafood and the thirsty whale tavern did the trick. Aug 12, 2016 id never been whale watching before, let alone gone out to sea on a boat, so this was the coolest experience ever. Puffin and whale watch in bar harbor, maine 2016 youtube. Whalewatching excursions from the village of bar harbor, maine, offer opportunity to see humpback, fin, minke and right whales frolic, breach and blow in their natural habitat. Maine whale watchingthere are foot jet propelled catamarans operated by the bar harbor whale watch company that will speed you to the exact locations for best sighting. Id never been whale watching before, let alone gone out to sea on a boat, so this was the coolest experience ever. The tours that we offer include a puffin and whale watching trip, and whale watching tour, a historical lighthouse tour, a nature cruise, a lobster fishing and seal watching tour. We have 2 full days to explore the area acadia national park hopefully. Unlike the big whale watch boats, we offer a 6 person maximum trip so you wont be packed on with hundreds of other passengers.
Bar harbor whale watch company all you need to know before. Explore the beautiful natural and historical sights that maine has to offer with the variety of tours available through bar harbor. Bar harbor whale watching, maine whale tour companies. If no whales are seen during your whale watch trip, your trip ticket will serve as a voucher to go out on another whale watch or any of our tours within three 3 years. Whale watching in bar harbor maine on july 7, 2015 duration. From april to october, whales feed in the gulf of maine waters, one of the planets most productive aqua ecosystems. Whale watching season in maine runs from may to october, allowing you plenty of time to take a tour.
The whale watch has been a key partner in assisting with the response and recovery of dead marine mammals. Frequently asked questions bar harbor whale watching. The best time for whale watching in maine getaway usa. We had great weather and just after arriving at the area, we happened upon a mother and her 8 or 9 month. Jan 25, 2008 whale watching in bar harbor maine on july 7, 2015 duration. Apr, 2020 the bar harbor whale watch company offers a variety of boat tours for all ages that show different sights and wildlife in the area around mount desert island, maine.
Whale watching excursions from the village of bar harbor, maine, offer opportunity to see humpback, fin, minke and right whales frolic, breach and blow in their natural habitat. Bar harbor whale watching is a must do for anyone interested in marine life lobsters to seabirds and everything in between including whales, dolphins, porpoises and seals. When we went out of bar harbor we also ran across a couple of basking sharks. Loved every minute of it the tour was extremely informative. Whale watching rates bar harbor whale watch company.
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