Windjammer Classic Day Sail from Camden, Maine

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1. 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.

   2 hAdmission included

2. 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.

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3. 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.

   Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 463 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Wonderful activity in Camden …. Schooner Appledoore

  It is a must do activity! Captain Pablo and his crew (Ryan and Andy)treated us as though we were guests in their home…complete with cocktails 🍹 absolutely visit Schooner Appledore! You will be happy you did …. One of the highlights of our adventure,

  Nomad16370495981October 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Great experience and highly recommend if you get the opportunity.

  We had a wonderful time. It was a gorgeous day and a great experience.The crew was very knowledgeable and spoke about the schooner and identified the various areas as we passed. They also assisted a family member getting on and off the schooner. Thank you all.

  W7203YQbarbaradSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Great sail!

  Great sail, great sailors. Very fun trip.

  O1894JOkendSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Happy wedding anniversary!

  A lovely experience with like minded friendly people. The crew were excellent!

  Raucoules55September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Awesome Sail!

  Our day sail on the Appledore II was fabulous! We had done the same sail in Key West and were lucky enough to have the same crew in Maine. Josh, Jan, and Andy were very knowledgeable and personable. Safety measures were explained right away. There was plenty to drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and they served us with a smile. We saw some dolphins and the scenery was beautiful. We would definitely recommend this sail!

  davidlX1520VWSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Landlubbers welcomed

  Kudos to Josh, Andy and Yaun for a superb interactive sail even letting the newbies try a hand on the rigging while enjoying the wind, sun and history of the schooner and trips from Maine to Key West and return for sailing season.

  caboseniorSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Camden

• Its from-price is 20% below the median of the 19 experiences we list in Camden.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 19.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Camden

Camden is a harbour town on Penobscot Bay on the Maine coast, with sailing schooners, hills above the water and a village of white clapboard houses.

Camden sits on Penobscot Bay in Maine's Midcoast, where the Camden Hills come down to the harbour. A small river drops over a falls into the harbour, which is crowded with yachts and traditional schooners; windjammers sail from here on cruises among the islands. The village has brick shops, white clapboard houses, and a library and amphitheatre overlooking the water. The 1957 film Peyton Place was shot in the town.

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