Windjammer Classic Day Sail

Overview

See the best of Camden while sailing Maine’s magnificent rocky coast on the elegant Appledore II! Feel like an adventurer from the 19th century while enjoying state-of-the-art accommodations on a modern windjammer. With wide decks, you can stroll and take in the sights without needing to duck the rigging. At only 49 passengers, there is abundant seating on which to make yourself comfortable for your intimate daytime sail.

City: Camden

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $59.95

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Sun 22 Sep

Starting at $59.95

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What's Included

Sightseeing Cruise

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 21 years

What To Expect

Schooner Appledore II Windjammer Cruise

If you always wanted to sail your own wooden ship, this is your chance. The crew welcomes your participation - offer to help raise the sails and take a turn at the wheel. The Appledore II is a hard working, seaworthy schooner. She has sailed around the world, docking at many harbors along the way. Twice a year, she still sails the Eastern seaboard between her two home ports of Camden, Maine and Key West, Florida. Ask your crew about her history, some have made this bi-annual 2,000 mile sailing trip. Our day sail on the Appledore II schooner departs from Bayview Landing, taking you out of Camden Harbor. Camden is often called the “jewel of the Maine coast” which becomes clear as you sail past the impressive lighthouse, Curtis Island Light, dating from 1836 and into Penobscot Bay. Considered to be one of the top cruising bays in the world, Penobscot Bay will amaze you with its uninhabited islands, wildlife and views of Camden Hills and other coastal mountains dropping off into the sea. During your Camden boat tour, look along the shore for Mount Battie, historic inns, and elegant summer mansions of the rich and famous with their million dollar yachts. Watch lobstermen hauling in their traps. On a typical day, you may see porpoises playing in the water, ospreys and eagles hunting for fish and even the occasional whale. Watch for seals sunning themselves on rocks and cute guillernots, cousins to puffins, with their bright red feet, wobbling as they walk along the rocky shoreline. Quench your thirst with cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks, all available for purchase during your sailing cruise. As Camden Harbor comes back into view, relax and feel the wind sweep through your hair as your memorable sailing ship cruise draws to a close.

Mount Battie

Curtis Island Light

Considered to be one of the top cruising bays in the world, Penobscot Bay will amaze you with its uninhabited islands, wildlife and views of Camden Hills and other coastal mountains dropping off into the sea.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (245)

PAOLODEG_70

Aug 2022

2 hrs of sailing. 2 hrs standing outside the port in no wind max velocity 0.5 mil/hr. Never again. 55 usd for nothing

Response from Host

Aug 2022

On very rare occasions the wind does not blow at all, this seems to have been one of those day. We did put the sails up but did have to use the motors. If you had expressed your dissatisfaction with me at the booth, I would have refunded you.

paolopR9719KN

Aug 2022

I would not recommend this experience. You are supposed to sail in the harbor and visit the local cost. Unfortunately we had no wind but the captain did not use the engine to complete the visit. We were standing 2 hours in the same place without having the possibility to navigate in the harbor. We wasted money and time.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

On very rare occasions the wind does not blow at all, this seems to have been one of those day. We did put the sailsand we did use the motors to navigate.

Michele L

Aug 2022

It was the worst sailing experience I had in my life! 200$ thrown away (4 persons)…2 hours with almost no wind just to reach the exit of the harbour at no more than 1 knot and then we came back to the dock… They should have informed us about the weather conditions or cancel the trip.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

we always try and provide a sailing experience, occasionally there is just no wind. Other people did have a good time interacting with the crew and earning things about the area. I am sorry you had a bad time, had you expressed your dissatisfaction with me after trip, I would have made tried to make it right.