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Voyages: Maine
See our 2011 Summer Schedule for full date and rate information.
Repositioning cruise from New York City, NY to Gloucester, MA
| Dates: | Monday, April 25, 2011 |
| Saturday, April 30, 2011 | |
| Departure: | New York City, NY |
| Disembarkation: | Gloucester, MA |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 999 |
Welcome aboard the Wanderbird for our increasingly popular repositioning cruise. We will depart from Atlantic Basin in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY and cruise through the city and up the East River into Long Island Sound. Some of our ports of call might be Block Island RI, Newport, RI, New Bedford, MA through the Cape Cod Canal and on to Provincetown. We will also be crossing the whale and sea bird rich waters of Stelwagen Marine Sanctuary before finishing up in the world famous fishing port of Gloucester, MA. This trip will fill quickly so please make reservations early!
Mothership Kayaking Expedition
© photo by Kevin Laughlin
| Dates: | Monday, May 23, 2011 |
| Saturday, May 28, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,600 |
Puffins! Spring is nesting season!
Aboard Wanderbird, along with Castine Kayak Adventures, we will take you to different scenic paddling locations along the Maine coast. Each morning after a hearty and delicious breakfast, we will launch the kayaks for a group paddle to explore remote and beautiful areas of the coast and islands that are not usually accessible from shore-based launching sites, with your professional Maine Sea Kayak Guide/Instructor. We'll explore the nooks and crannies of the islands and picnic on beaches. In the late afternoon, we'll meet back aboard the Wanderbird for showers, refreshments, and a comfortable place to relax and unwind, before sitting down to enjoy a fine evening meal.
One day we will travel offshore for a rare treat; to view nesting seabirds and puffins. We will anchor near a very remote sanctuary and sea kayak along the shore to view puffins, tern, murres, razor bill, eider ducks and other nesting seabirds. Some paddling experience would be nice, but all levels are welcome as this is a great opportunity to enhance your coastal paddling experience and navigational skills. Top quality sea kayaks, gear and guide included. (Your own gear is an option too!)
© photo by Kevin Laughlin
Pelagic Birdwatching on the Coast of Maine with Wildside Nature Tours
| Dates: | Sunday, May 29, 2011 |
| Sunday, June 5, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,600 |
Book with Wildside Nature Tours
The dramatic rocky coastline of Maine is amazing any time of year, but in June the outlying islands are home to hundreds, even thousands of breeding seabirds that can be difficult to see the rest of the year.
This wonderful cruise will combine great opportunities to photograph the landscapes, seascapes, wildflowers and of course pelagic birds including the captivating Atlantic Puffin. Mixed with opportunities to explore local fishing communities and secluded coves full of hidden treasures, our trip will offer dimensions for many interests including birding, photography, beach combing and lighthouse admiring. We will keep a watchful eye for whales and dolphins to enrich our travels!
Maine Wines
Our Favourite Maine Coast Wines, Cuisine & Islands!
| Dates: | Wednesday, September 14, 2011 |
| Saturday, September 17, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 4 Days |
| Price: | $ 799 |
Do you enjoy classic cuisine paired with local wine, good company & extraordinary scenery? Then come aboard for a great cruise among the islands of Maine. Karen will be back in the galley for this cruise, preparing her favourite dishes from her native Maine coast. Finan Haddie, locally raised beef paired with a blueberry dry, lobsterman’s seafood stew, farmer’s market butternut squash roasted with garlic & locally made sausage in a delicious soup, and for a special treat Karen will introduce us to the art of the Classic Maine Picnic complete with red check cloth & picnic basket!
Mothership Kayak Expedition: Kayaking among Maine's Outer Islands
| Dates: | Monday, September 19, 2011 |
| Saturday, September 24, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,600 |
Aboard Wanderbird, along with Castine Kayak Adventures, we will take you to different scenic paddling locations along the Maine coast. Each morning after a hearty and delicious breakfast, we will launch the kayaks for a group paddle to explore remote and beautiful areas of the coast and islands that are not usually accessible from shore-based launching sites, with your professional Maine Sea Kayak Guide/Instructor. We'll explore the nooks and crannies of the islands and picnic on beaches. In the late afternoon, we'll meet back aboard the Wanderbird for showers, refreshments, and a comfortable place to relax and unwind, before sitting down to enjoy a fine evening meal. Some paddling experience would be nice, but all levels are welcome as this is a great opportunity to enhance your coastal paddling experience and navigational skills. Top quality sea kayaks, gear and guide included. (Your own gear is an option too!)
Pumpkin Island Light
Maine Lighthouse Cruise
| Dates: | Monday, September 26, 2011 |
| Saturday, October 1, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,299 |
Chart a course for the scenic lighthouses of Penobscot Bay. Each one is beautiful and unique with an interesting history and even some spooky legends! Aboard the Wanderbird, we will have the special opportunity to view some of the very remote offshore lighthouses such a Mt. Desert Rock, Matinicus Light, Isle Au Haut, or Monhegan Light. Other lighthouses we are likely to see are: Owl's Head, Rockland Breakwater, Whitehead, Pumpkin Island, Dice's Head, Grindle Point, Hockamock Head, Indian Island and many more. We'll spend time ashore, as well, where we can actually visit and explore around some beautiful old Maine Lighthouses.
Island trail
Maine Coast Hiking Cruise
| Dates: | Monday, October 3, 2011 |
| Saturday, October 8, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,199 |
One of our most popular cruises! We spend extra time each day hiking on some of Penobscot Bay's most beautiful Islands and State Parks. The exertion level is up to you. You’ll experience hiking along rocky dramatic shores, woodland island trails and picturesque tiny island communities. Some of our favourite hiking locations are; quaint North Haven Village and the surrounding countryside, Holbrook Island Wildlife Preserve, Fort Point Seaside Trails and State Park, picturesque Swan's Island, and Warren Island State Park.
A Walk on Swan's Island
Fall Foliage
| Dates: | Monday, October 10, 2011 |
| Saturday, October 15, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Belfast, ME |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, ME |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,099 |
You've never seen the foliage like this before. Look across the decks toward the mainland for colours that go on as far as you can see. Cool clear nights with absolutely amazing stars grace our skies on these late season trips, and warm up with hot mulled local cider and seasonal favourites from the galley!
Fall Foliage in Coastal Maine
Repositioning Cruise: Sail as a Crew Member from Halifax, Nova Scotia to Belfast, Maine
| Dates: | Wednesday, September 7, 2011 |
| Monday, September 12, 2011 | |
| Departure: | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Disembarkation: | Belfast, Maine |
| Duration: | 6 Days |
| Price: | $ 1,099 **** |
Join us as a guest crew member aboard the Wanderbird as we reposition the vessel from Nova Scotia to Maine. You will meet us at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in the heart of the historic Halifax waterfront. You’ll have the opportunity to stand watch, navigate with the captain, visit interesting ports such as: Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. This is a unique opportunity to experience a real taste of life at sea and to learn from highly experienced professional mariners on a well found little ship. Space is limited to 8.
**** Please be advised that Travel Insurance and Emergency Evacuation Insurance are recommended for this trip.
Northern Travel Note:
*** Guests are responsible for their own travel costs and arrangements to and from our start and end points in Nova Scotia and Maine. For some suggestions on travel to those ports, please see our Travel Tips pages on this site.
Schedule your trip now by calling 1-866-SEA-BIRD or 1-866-732-2473
Email: wanderbirdcruises@gmail.com
You can also use
this handy reservation form.
* Please note that dates and prices are subject to change
**Maine cruises depart and arrive from our home port in Belfast, ME. See: How to Reach Us In Maine.