10 Eco Tours in New England That You Shouldn't Miss

Pond and Beyond Kayak small owner operated business. I offer guided tours, instruction, and rentals. Tours are available for individuals, couples, groups- (scouts/wedding parties/family reunions), kids, and families. Custom tours are available. All tours require making a reservation!The Great Salt Pond (also known as the New Harbor) on Block Island offers a variety of paddling options- suitable for every skill level. All ages welcome. special tours include full moon paddle, sunset paddle, kids in kayaks, family paddles, and fun Fridays email is the best way to get more information. ECO based adventure / environmental education/ play ADDED PADDLE BOARDS

A two hour sail and private charters out of Camden Harbor on the elegant Surprise, lets you experience both Camden and Penobscot Bay in a truly special and memorable way. See Mount Battie and Curtis Island lighthouse from a beautiful historical Windjammer

Sail the Maine Coast aboard Schooner Yacht HERON, a 65' John Alden designed Classic Schooner Yacht. Experience the thrill of sailing a classic wooden schooner. HERON is fast and steady as she sails among the pristine islands of Penobscot Bay. The Schooner Yacht HERON is truly the finest daysailer in the fleet. Quality sails offered daily from Rockport. Enjoy an educational Eco history wildlife tour with Bonnie, our environmental educator. Captains Twig and Bonnie can tell you all about the building of the HERON from John Alden's 1928 plans. For a relaxing sail with friends, try our Sunset Sail with happy hour snacks. The tranquility of Rockport Harbor at sunset is stunning. BYOB or purchase drinks on-board. Special Fireworks sails, Windjammer Parade of Sails and Photography cruises scheduled throughout the summer. Private sails, group and custom lunch and dinner charters also available for groups up to 30. HERON is family built, owned and operated by the Bower family of Camden, Maine.

Sightseeing Boat Tours on Cape Cod. We offer Public and Private Seal Watch Adventure Cruises, Combination Beachcombing and Seal Watching Trips, Relaxing Evening/Sunset Cruises and Private Custom Cruises.

SeaSalt Charters offers private Whale Watch and Fishing trips out of Provincetown, MA., in Cape Cod. SeaSalt Charters is owned and operated by the Avellar family, pioneers of Whale Watching on the East Coast.

We guide spectacular Sea Kayak Tours on the coast of Maine. We are off the beaten path in the tiny fishing village of Port Clyde. On our tours you are likely to see porpoises, seals, osprey, bald eagles, sea ducks, and shore birds. We pride ourselves in 5 star service. All skill levels welcome. Please visit us!

Explore Camden, Maine and Penobsot Bay on the only schooner built and captained by her owner, Sean O'Connor. This is our 20th year on the water in Camden! Join us for a 2 hour day sail or your own private charter for an afternoon or an entire day. Sailing mid-May to October from the Public Landing in scenic Camden, Maine. Take a turn at the helm or just enjoy the beauty of Penobscot Bay. Keep an eye out for seals, porpoise, bald eagles and osprey while viewing the magnificent scenery. Children and dogs are welcome. We offer senior citizen discounts as well.

Come sailing on Maine's last sailing wooden lobsterboat, the Sarah Mead! We will catch wind, laughter and maybe some lobster on your trip (it's called fishing for a reason). Seals, porpoise, lighthouses and other magnificent vessels around Boothbay Harbor are also typically visible. Now also offering island tours on a classic wooden Catboat, Paula Anne!

At Midcoast Kayak we offer kayaking and stand up paddleboard tours, rentals and instruction on Muscongus Bay and the beautiful Damariscotta River Estuary. Our retail store is conveniently located in downtown Damariscotta and our touring base is located in Bremen, two miles north of Round Pond Village. Meet at our harbor location for full and half day sea kayak eco-tours, including Sunset Tours daily. Join a class taught by an ACA Certified Instructor. Family fun, beautiful sights, and a friendly learning environment await you at Midcoast Kayak!

Enjoy a cruise in Penobscot Bay aboard the lobster boat Lively Lady, a traditional wooden lobster boat. Cruise by surrounding lighthouses, yachts, windjammers and islands while watching for seals and other wildlife. Help the Captain haul a lobster trap and check for critters. Touch tank on board with an array of sea life. A wonderful, safe way to see the harbor, relax and learn about Maine's beloved lobster. We offer One-Hour lobstering and lighthouse cruises, 1.5-Hour Eco-Tours and a special 3-Hour Sunday Morning Lighthouse Cruise. Beer, Wine and soft drinks available on board. Owned and operated by Captain Dominic and Liz Gioia, Native Mainers and Camden locals.