Unforgettable way to explore Acadia--Thomas made it magical ‍ This electric bike tour was hands-down one of the best decisions we made during our trip. Acadia is full of hills, and having an e-bike made the ride smooth, fun, and totally doable--even for those of us who aren't seasoned cyclists. Add in a guide like Thomas, and it's worth every penny. Thomas has a beautiful spirit and a deep love for the park. He didn't just lead us--he invited us to see Acadia through his eyes. We visited serene lakes, winding streams, and hidden gems we never would've found on our own. He kept us safe, informed, and inspired the whole way. If you want to experience the magic of Acadia without the strain, this tour is the way to go. read more

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This was the best way for us 60 something's to explore the park. Thomas was so fun and informative. You can see and feel his love for the park and environment. We felt so lucky to have him as our guide. Highly recommend this adventure! read more

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Excellent e-bike tour of the Carriage Road. When booked was under the impression the tour was 4 hours, this trip was totally un-rushed and lasted an additional 1 hr 45 min. Our guide Wilton was extremely knowledgeable and took his time at every stop to provide information and answer questions. Well worth the money and highly recommended. read more

We decided to invest in taking the 4-hour Ebike tour instead of just renting Ebikes on our own. What a great decision! The tour was fantastic, and our two guides were so excited to teach us all about Acadia National Park. It was our first time on Ebikes and they were effortless to operate. They have four "speeds" and the gears shift smoothly and silently. But just like a regular bike, you do have to keep peddling in order for the electric to kick in to help you move forward. So, after four hours, we were definitely tired. We covered 20 miles and stopped often enough to take amazing photos and get some history from the guides. I don't know how many the max number of people is on a tour. We had eight and it was very manageable. The start and stop point is right at the entrance to the park, so finding it was easy. Highly recommend. read more

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One of our best adventures ever! Thank you Thomas for your wit / wisdom and perfect instructions to make us all at ease

Our ebike adventure goes down as a favorite! Thomas, our tour guide, was welcoming, fun, and informative. He led us on a safe trip and eased our "beginner" minds. Our bike group was fun. We would do it again, with the rainy start and all. Thank you Thomas for a beautiful day of learning and exploration. read more

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We had a great time! Merrill was a fantastic tour guide. Knowledgeable about the surrounding area. It took a minute for me to figure out how to stop properly But, I'm a bit uncoordinated. I'm an active 67 year old and this ride was great. Do it! read more

We had a gorgeous 20 mile e-bike ride with Marty on the Carriage Roads at Acadia National Park. She was very patient with those of us just learning the bikes and we stopped multiple times for her to point out particular points of interest and history. We highly recommend this tour! Rain or shine! read more

Island Time - stop along the ride - Bike Rentals Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

We loved it! We went 20 miles and it didn't even feel like it. We are not the most athletic people, but honestly the ebikes were amazing as well as Thomas our guide. He was funny, interesting, and took care of us all. We feel like taking this tour allowed us to see the majestic and stunning Acadia National Park in a unique, fun, and all inclusive way. We saw tons of frogs (in all different stages), beaver dams, and a tree that was strategically chewed by them; in addition to Jordan Pond, Eagle Lake and Bubble Pond. We probably would not have seen as much if we didn't do this. Both my husband and I walked away and said it was a great day (even though we rode our bikes in a soft rain most of the time)! read more

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We had a wonderful time with our guide Ian! Such a great way to see the park - I would love to do this again!

This review is for an e-bike tour booked through Viator. We had a great experience. Ian was a great guide and it was a wonderful way to see a lot of Acadia. We learned a lot about the park and it was a good thing to do early in our visit. The bikes were great, comfortable and well-powered, and made 20 miles a breeze. We would happily repeat on a future visit. read more

Overall ***** Absolutely awesome!! Three years ago I biked the trails, towing a dog in a carriage, with a regular mountain bike and it was tough, my son only recently started speaking to me again. This summer we brought another family with us and the thought of listening to four kids complain the entire time made me almost not suggest we attempt it. The problem of course is the Carriage Roads are nearly a must do so instead of hauling our bikes up there I set out to find rentals when BOOM eBikes show up on the search! This was a moment of the clouds parting and the sun coming out! First of all Island Time was a breeze to work with, there was a slight hiccup with what the store told us was available and what their online reservation system said was available but that was fixed quickly. We had a packed day in the park ahead of us and I asked them if we could meet to get the bikes at 8:15 and they were right on time. They drop the bikes off at Hulls Cove visiting center. The waivers are simply and easy to fill out and after a brief lesson we were off. The eBikes are absolutely game changing, instead of listening to the kids whine endlessly the air was filled with sounds of pure joy and excitement. The bikes give you just enough boost to make the entire experience enjoyable. We biked 25 miles in 3 hours with smiles plastered across everyone's face the entire time. Be aware that some of the downhills can get really steep so you must have some competency on a bike in the first place but for going uphill "Turbo" will make you feel like you are ready to take on the Tour de France! read more

Island Time - Overlooking Jordan Pond - Bike Rentals Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

This was a great E Bike tour of the carriage roads of Acadia National Park! No experience with E Bikes required. Our guide, Thomas, walked us through everything we needed to know. The roadways were beautiful and there were lovely scenic stops that Thomas knew interesting information about. Highly recommend this experience! With the help of the E Bike, the mileage is nothing! read more

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We had an outstanding experience with Island Time Bike Rentals (acadiaebikerentals.com). This was our first experience with e-bikes, but it won't be our last. Everything was well-organized, the equipment was first rate and in great condition. Some places charge extra for things like helmets, bottle holders, baskets or racks, but all of that is included here. The owner met us with the bikes, his training/demo was very clear, and he was very accommodating to us. I loved that there was a GPS on my bike, and that a text # was provided. When we did in fact get lost, I was able to text the owner and he saw us and helped us get back on track. Didn't expect that as part of my bike rental service! Great experience overall. read more

Island Time - The owner of Island Time Bike Rentals will meet you with your ebikes at the visitor center, set you up with the right bike, and train you. - Bike Rentals Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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We had a great time on our guided 4 hour e-bike tour. Our guide, Merle, was very friendly, personable and knowledgeable of the area. The e-bikes were good quality, with long battery life. We would highly recommend Island Time and if we're ever back in the area, we will gladly book with them again. read more

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I had a fantastic time taking an e-bike tour of the carriage roads. Our group had Marty as our guide, who was warm, welcoming, and supportive. She made sure everyone was comfortable on their bike and kept giving us tips as we went (helpful reminders on what gear and power mode to use for hills). I really liked that she took a moment to highlight the importance of slowing down and appreciating the nature all around us; it made the experience that much more memorable. The online booking process was easy to use, as was signing the online waiver. I've recommended them to my family for next time they come up to Acadia. read more

The folks here made the renting process so easy. Plus, they were friendly, supportive, and easy-going. This is the place on Southwest Harbor to rent from, whether you want a regular bike or an E-bike. read more

This was a great tour! Lead by the friendly and incredibly knowledgeable Merrill, we rode very solid e-bikes over 20 miles of carriage roads through Acadia national park. Astoundingly beautiful! With Merrill's tremendous expertise on the park's history and flora and fauna this is one of the best tours my wife and I have ever done! Even my hardcore Eagle Scout son who has hiked hundreds of miles in the sierras was impressed and said it was a great way to experience the park. Cheers. read more

We went with the halfday e-bike rentals of the South Harbor & Seawell Area. Weather was foggy with slight rain but it still ended being a great experience! Originally planned for a full day guided tour but it was sold out -- plan early. However Island Time gave all the information for our half day self guided tour and it worked out better for us to do the four hour tour! Loved it! read more

If you want to see the inside of Acadia this is the way to go. We are somewhat healthy people, but I didn't want to be miserable if I had to huff and puff all day. Having a significant other that rides dirt bikes etc I knew this would peek his interest. He loved it and was looking for ones for sale afterwards. We went 60+ miles covering every trail that was open (coming from Hulls Cove visitor center) in the 4 hours we rented. There are a lot of hills and a-lot of miserable people pushing there regular bikes, while we went by with ease. You can make it as hard or as easy as you want. I burnt over 1100 calories in the 4 hours even with the e assist. What a great experience. Thank you!!! read more

Island Time - Bike Rentals Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

We had so much fun biking the carriage roads. Using the e-bike made it so much (easier and) more enjoyable. Even though we had a scheduling snafu, the staff at Island Time were quick to work things out with us. I could not have asked for a better experience. read more

Bikes were great and service terrific. I took the island bus to Hull visitor center which makes it an easy low carbon footprint way to be in the island. Ebike and bus is a winning combination for an island that gets a lot of car traffic. The riding on carriage paths is the best part of the park. You can really escape into hidden corners of park and enjoy nature. Biking to observe nature and scenery and wildlife is a great activity and island time bikes make it easy! read more

This company rents electric bikes which we reserved online in advance of our arrival in Bar Harbor, Maine. The riding was wonderful! But.... Island Time Bikes is 2.9 mile Hike from Main Street Bar Harbor to Acadia National Park. On the road, in traffic, over bridges, uphill....They advertised .5 mile walk. NOT. Be advised in Bar Harbor TAXI's MUST BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE. No Uber, lift. I phoned Island bikes to make aware we're coming - they could of cared less whether I made it or not...... After the strenuous hike of 45 min. at a breakneck pace (we're young, active people). We arrived. We talked of the misrepresentation of distance & Island Time said Oh well The ride is so beautiful on old Carriage Roads closed to cars. You can ride for miles & miles thru forest trees, ponds, lakes, bridges, spectacular! There is a restaurant & grab & go food. The electric biking EQUIPMENT was top notch. Easy to ride & operate. Helmets, locks, phone holders, large compact zipper pouch to hold essentials. Go & get out and enjoy this area Acadia Park either walking or biking. I hope ISLAND TIME BIKES does the right thing & recalculates the mileage or hire someone to shuttle people to point of departure. Easy Peasy. read more

This is a 10/10 must do in Acadia. My husband and I rented the Class 2 bikes and were absolutely blow away by how fun they were. I was initially a bit afraid as I have not ridden a bike in years and was never very good to begin with. It was a PHENOMENAL experience, we went all over the "quite side" on dirt roads and paved streets. Zooming around the trails made me feel like we were on little electric motorcycles. Mike at the shop was so nice and helpful, gave great recommendations. I wouldn't hesitate to do this again next time we're there. read more

Island Time - Seal cove pond trail - Bike Rentals Near Me - Southwest Harbor, Maine

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WE have rented with Island Time 3 different times now. We had a great experience each time. The reservation system is easy, the confirmation and waiver signing went without a hitch. I suggested that they tell people to practice being in turbo and high gear (easiest peddling gear) as they approach the first hill which is a tough one but totally doable if you are in the right combination. The bikes are heavy, not impossible, but heavy for me, I am 5'2", and 74 years old. We biked along Eagle Lake too Jordan Pond where we had an early lunch and then back to the Visitor's Center. We went 24 miles over 5 hours. Loved it! Go for it, you won't regret it! read more

Staff was very helpful. Bikes were awesome. Provided everything you need to have a great day! Highly Recommend!! Highest rating A+

Everything about this experience was 100% great. Easy to book. Showed up early and easy to find. Bikes were great. Drop off was so easy. Biking thru acadia was the perfect day. read more

Great time on three ebikes today. Two of us ride regularly but the ebikes were a nice choice to enjoy the carriage trails with our group. Carriage trails are really a great way to see some interior parts of the park. We like to reservation process and picking up and dropping off was great. Bikes were in very good shape with low mikes. Definitely glad to did this today. read more

Excellent bikes and very friendly service. I highly recommend them. The bikes were very well equipped with a saddle bag, and a map holding device on the front handlebars. read more

Like others, I can't recommend this activity highly enough. The carriage roads offer so many unique views and ebikes make it accessible and enjoyable in ways I couldn't have expected. Super easy reservation process and the bikes are waiting for you at Hulls Cove which has ample parking. No need to ever ride near cars at all. Although it can get pricey with multiple people, it was the highlight of our vacation. Great experience and I can't wait for next time! read more

What an incredible way to spend the day in Acadia. From setup to drop off this was a seamless event. The carriage roads are amazing and there is literally no incline you cannot ascend on these bikes. I'm a regular rider, my wife is not, and we were both able to find comfortable and challenging settings on the bikes to get the workout we wanted (or didn't want). Excellent service, bikes were easy to find in the parking lot at Hull's Cove, right next to the carriage road entrance. Save yourself some time and get your park passes online rather than waiting in line at the visitors center. read more

There were six adults in our party. The young lady that assisted us was extremely informative and helpful. Unfortunately, the owner was curt and condescending. We had just paid a total of $450.00 for the six rentals. We all came away with the same feeling. The owner acted as if he was paying us $450.00 to ride his bikes. He was short and dismissive. Bike rentals in tourist towns likely do not rely on repeat business, but rather the "One and Done" customers. Which, back in the day, might account for this type of attitude. However, in the age of Social Media and Yelp....not such a great idea. read more

Great experience! This was one of the highlights of our week in Bar Harbor. A perfect way to explore the Carriage Roads and get a sense of Acadia. The bikes are in great shape and work very well with multiple pedal assist levels. We had an Island Time private guide, Marty, who was wonderful! She helped us navigate the area and gave us super historical information about Acadia and the Carriage Roads. She knew all of the nooks and crannies (waterfalls, bridges, bathroom spots) that we would have missed if she hadn't been with us. Island Time had an efficient system of picking up and checking out. The meeting spot is in the parking lot of Hull's Cove Visitor Center right at the trailhead for the Carriage Roads. I recommend bringing gloves if you are riding in the fall. When you are moving, the brisk air really makes your hands chilly. read more

Nice selection of bicycles to choose from. E bikes, scooters, hybrids. They are right in town, but you need something to get them up to Acadia if riding in the park. read more

The best way to see Acadia is on and e-bike. We chose Island Time rentals. They were so accommodating and we liked that they met us in the park with the bikes and picked them up at the end of the day. The bikes were very good and easy to operate. Would definitely rent from them again! read more

Great time awesome bikes totally worth getting. Make the bike work for you not hard at all. So much fun

We rented E-bikes for a full day in Acadia and had a great experience with Island Time. Pick up and drop off was very convenient at the park entrance, right next to the carriage road entrance. Would definitely rent from Island Time again! read more

Smooth. That's the word that best describes renting an Ebike with Acadia Rentals. They met us in the visitors parking lot, provided some training and helmets and off we went on a smooth ride via the Acadia carriage roads. We covered about 15 miles of the park and the bikes were in excellent condition and were easy to use! We are an older couple who have not been on a bike in years and the Ebike made it a lot more enjoyable. Will use again on future visits. read more

Riding an e-bike through Acadia Carriage Roads is a wonderful experience. The roads are beautiful and the view awesome. E-bikes make it easy to go places that you could not on a regular bike. This season, e-bikes are in high demand and Island Time is using that knowledge to provide bikes that are in poor working order. My husband and I rented bikes through them. My bike worked fined. My husband's bike was rubbing on the rear wheel making the pedal assist not very effective. We told the owner about his when we got the bike and did the test ride in the parking lot but he ignored our worries. He was quite rude. We should have insisted that we get a different bike but figured that maybe we were in the wrong. This was not the first time we had rented e-bikes. The entire day, my husband struggled with his bike. He motor provided some assistance but the rubbing on the rear chain/tire definitely slowed him down. When we returned the bike, we again told the owner that there was something wrong with the bike and it needed to be checked out before being rented again. He did not want to hear it. We feel bad for the next person who gets that bike. If I had to redo the day, I would have insisted upon a different bike. So, check out your bike before you ride out of the lot. read more

JD was incredibly helpful and knowledgable. He made purchasing a new ebike for my wife so easy and fun. The customer service was simply fantastic - can't recommend highly enough. If you are looking for an e-bike, look no further! read more