Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing

Set Sail on a Schooner For a Two and a Half Hour Educational Sail of Rockport Harbor

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About This Experience Gift

  • Spend an Afternoon of Sailing Along the Magnificent Penobscot Bay
  • Soak up the Sun, Feel the Breeze and Enjoy Educational Narration
  • Discover the History of Rockport and the Indian Island Lighthouse

Step aboard the Schooner Heron for a Two and Half Hour Afternoon Sail and narrated tour of Robinson Rock. Enjoy the beautiful coastline of Camden, Maine aboard the Schooner Heron. As you listen to your educational guide provide you seafaring history of Rockport Harbor, you will round the Indian Island Lighthouse where you will learn the significance of the lighthouses in this historic port.

Depending on wind and tide you will cross the bay to the birthplace of Andre the seal-Robinson's Rock. There are dozens of Harbor Seals that call this rock home, as well as porpoise in the surrounding waters. On your return you may even spot the Bald Eagles nest on Mark Island.

Whether you are looking for fun things to do in Maine or to learn more about Rockport history, this Rockport Schooner Sail is the ticket, so hop aboard and gain insight into the natural history of the Maine Coast.

Where to Go for Sailing Experience Gifts in Bangor

  • Rockport Village, Maine

Group Size and Spectator Info

Participants
The Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing Experience Gifts Certificate is valid for one participant, unless additional participants are added onto the certificate. There will be up to 28 additional participants on the sail.

Guests
This experience is not suitable for non-paying guests.

When can you book Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing

OPEN CURRENTLY CLOSED

The Rockport Harbor Schooner Sails are offered seven days a week June thru the beginning of October, subject to availability. Trips typically depart at 2:00 PM.

How Long Is The Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing

The Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing Experiences have a sail time of approximately 2½ hours and a total duration of approximately 3 hours.

Does Weather Impact Sailing Experience Gifts

The Harbor Schooner Sails may be rescheduled by the Captain due to high winds, heavy rain, fog or other inclement weather.

What to Wear for Sailing Experience Gifts

Dress comfortably. Flat, non-marking rubber-soled shoes and sunglasses are recommended for this sailing adventure. As it tends to be cooler on the water a sweater or light jacket is recommended.

What To Know Before You Go

The Schooner HERON is a new 65' Schooner yacht built (2003) and sails out of Rockport, Maine. The Ship was designed by the famous yacht designer John G. Alden in 1929 and was one of his favorite design. The HERON is a traditional wooden vessel built of the finest materials and to the highest quality yacht standards. She is a real work of art and a feast for the eyes. With a roomy cushioned cockpit and spacious decks, guests can enjoy a relaxing sail in true comfort.

Complimentary hot tea, coffee, cocoa and cookies are available aboard the Ship. Soft drinks may be purchased with cash. Guests are more than welcome to bring along beer, wine, and other snacks. Large coolers are not permitted.

Gratuity for your Captain and Crew is not included and may be extended following your Sail.

ITEM/SKU NUMBER: XD-712-003

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Reservation And Cancelation Policy

All changes to reservations for the Rockport Harbor Schooner Sailing Experience require seven (7) days advance notice.

Xperience Certificates® cannot be exchanged once a reservation for the experience has been made.

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