Two Hours Aboard a Downeast Lobster Boat: Bar Harbor’s Lulu Lobster Boat Ride

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Two Hours Aboard a Downeast Lobster Boat: Bar Harbor’s Lulu Lobster Boat Ride

A two-hour, Downeast-style lobster boat tour departing from the Harborside Hotel & Marina that combines lobster fishing, seal watching and coastal sightseeing—the essential guide to what to expect.

Two Hours Aboard a Downeast Lobster Boat: Bar Harbor’s Lulu Lobster Boat Ride.

Duration
2 Hours
Location
Bar Harbor
Operator
Lulu Lobster Boat
Category
Sightseeing Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Lulu Lobster Boat Ride is the only lobster boat tour in Bar Harbor, run aboard a traditional Downeast-style lobster boat. The operator runs a two-hour outing that departs from the Harborside Hotel & Marina in downtown Bar Harbor and combines lobster fishing with seal watching and coastal sightseeing for an intimate view of Maine’s shoreline.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

A Traditional Downeast-Style Lobster Boat
THE BOAT

A Traditional Downeast-Style Lobster Boat

The tour is hosted on a traditional Downeast-style lobster boat — the platform for a personal, hands-on cruising experience unique to Bar Harbor.

Lobster Fishing Onboard
THE CATCH

Lobster Fishing Onboard

Lulu’s two-hour itinerary includes lobster fishing, giving passengers a direct look at how local lobster gear is deployed and hauled aboard.

Seal Watching and Coastal Sightseeing
WILDLIFE

Seal Watching and Coastal Sightseeing

The trip pairs wildlife viewing — including seal watching — with sweeping sightseeing along Maine’s coastline, all while launching from downtown Bar Harbor.

What the day feels like

What the Two Hours Feel Like

Over a concentrated two-hour window, passengers board at the Harborside Hotel & Marina and move out into coastal waters aboard a Downeast lobster boat for a close, personal cruise that alternates between hands-on lobster fishing, stops to view seals and stretches of scenic coastal sightseeing.

A Traditional Downeast-Style Lobster Boat

THE BOAT

A Traditional Downeast-Style Lobster Boat

The tour is hosted on a traditional Downeast-style lobster boat — the platform for a personal, hands-on cruising experience unique to Bar Harbor.

Lobster Fishing Onboard

THE CATCH

Lobster Fishing Onboard

Lulu’s two-hour itinerary includes lobster fishing, giving passengers a direct look at how local lobster gear is deployed and hauled aboard.

Seal Watching and Coastal Sightseeing

WILDLIFE

Seal Watching and Coastal Sightseeing

The trip pairs wildlife viewing — including seal watching — with sweeping sightseeing along Maine’s coastline, all while launching from downtown Bar Harbor.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits best.

1
Wildlife ViewersA good match for travelers who want close-up shorebird and seal viewing as part of a short coastal cruise.
2
Seafood & Fishing EnthusiastsIdeal for those interested in lobster fishing techniques and seeing local gear and practices firsthand.
3
Small Groups & CouplesThe operator describes the cruise as exclusive and personal, making it well suited to small groups and couples seeking an intimate tour.
4
Sightseers Short on TimeAt two hours long, the tour is a compact way to combine wildlife viewing and coastal scenery without a full-day commitment.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The tour runs for two hours.

Meeting Point

Departure is from the Harborside Hotel & Marina in downtown Bar Harbor.

What to Bring

No specific gear requirements were provided in the supplied data.

Operator

The trip is operated by Lulu Lobster Boat and is described as the only lobster boat tour in Bar Harbor.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Lulu Lobster Boat Ride?

The tour lasts two hours.

Where does the tour depart from?

The cruise departs from the Harborside Hotel & Marina in downtown Bar Harbor.

What activities are included on the trip?

The two-hour outing includes lobster fishing, seal watching and coastal sightseeing.

What kind of boat is used for the tour?

The tour is hosted on a traditional Downeast-style lobster boat.

Is this the only lobster boat tour in Bar Harbor?

The operator states this is the only lobster boat tour in Bar Harbor.

Who operates the Lulu Lobster Boat Ride?

The tour is operated by Lulu Lobster Boat.