I am doing an update to my review because most recently we were able to go on the all-day Head of…read morethe Lake cruise rather than one of the shorter ones. Many similarities to the shorter cruises exist: the ticket buying an departure process, the available seating and the narration provided by history teacher Ben. Due to the constraints of needing a larger crew and the logistics of the meals offered, slightly fewer tickets are sold and it only took place once this year. The cruise sells out, so reserve early if you can. This year the cost was $90 per person, which may have been the senior price. As you are boarding at 10:00, they are serving coffee and hot water for tea or cocoa, and three kinds of juices. There is also a continental breakfast assortment: pastries, blueberry cake, yogurt and granola and fruit. After everyone including the crew have been served, they allow people to get seconds. Sometime after 1:00 they served a turkey dinner. The turkey itself seemed dry and slightly overdone to me, but turkey is not my thing. The mashed potatoes, stuffing, squash and canned veggies were fine. A roll and gravy tops the meal off, and dessert was pie and vanilla ice cream or canned whipped topping. I had the blueberry pie and it was fine. Water or soda comes with the meal, but they also sell wine and beer in the galley. The rest is the scenery up to the head of the lake and back again, the stories behind older businesses and legends that have been passed around about people in the region. And of course the history of the Katahdin boat itself,

What a marvelous way to spend time on Moosehead lake! We have been staying at a cabin on Moosehead…read moreyearly for 4 years now and this was our first venture on the Katahdin, taking the 3 hour Sugar Island tour. As another Yelper mentioned, the ship is boarded by calling out names (I do believe in order of purchase,) so no need to get there early to grab a good seat (not a bad seat in the house), but parking is limited so you may want to arrive earlier to secure a spot in the lot. Tickets can be purchased right there at the museum/gift shop ahead of time or online. They have a really good food and beverage selection ( a menu is provided when boarding) , or you can bring your own food (but not your own alcohol-that is for sale onboard). We brought our lunch but did purchase some sodas (long slow moving line). We sat on the bow for most of the journey there and back, but also walked around to check out the views from different vantage points. There are lots of photos and historical items scattered throughout. The way out is narrated with historical and other facts and landmarks. The way back is not narrated as they are doing tours of the engine room and the bridge. The captain and crew were friendly, jovial and knowledgeable. We loved the opportunity to steer the ship! Awesome experience. I would highly recommend this trip to not only get a different perspective of Maine's largest lake and it's surroundings, but to fully appreciate its enormity and beauty. Breathtaking. The ticket also includes a visit to the Maritime museum right at the dock. Fantastic all around!

If you ever want to see a moose but also learn EVERYTHING there is to know about them, you have to…read morebook a moose tour with Moosehead Area Guide Service! I thought I loved these beautiful animals but Harold, the tour guide, surpasses my passion! He goes beyond anyone I know to explain in a detail and in a respectful way how moose live in nature to include their habitat, diet, temperament, physical features, mating season, difference between male and female moose, behavior etc. I could go on and on but you HAVE to experience this yourself! I just took my 12 yo grdson on a tour the end of July. He said it was better than Christmas! This was my 2nd time with Harold where I had taken another grdson. Both experiences unexplainable and wonderful! A memory they'll treasure forever! Call today and book a tour! You'll be so happy you did to see and learn about these amazing, magnificent animals!

The tour was great. Harold, our tour guide, was phenomenal! He's really informative and knows the…read moretrails like the back of his hand. My family and I saw our first moose ever it was great! Definitely would recommend. You're in great hands with Harold.

My son and I had a super fun time fishing with Bryant, who patiently taught us the basics and kept…read moreour hooks, lines, and sinkers in good working order--even as we tangled them up and lost our lures. In one morning, we caught 6 bass for eating -- and threw back as many! And Bryant filleted our fish as well. Highly recommend.

6 friends and I spent a year planning a trip to Maine for a day hike of Mt. Katahdin and a 5 day…read morecanoe trip on the Allagash. I started calling outfitters 6 months before our trip. Bryant was the quickest to respond and always took time to answering my questions. Mt. Katahdin hike - Bryant (the owner) provided shuttle service for us from our cabin to and from Baxter state park. The shuttle was on time for both pickups. A friend also hiked the last few hundred miles of the AT and was happy with the shuttle service and coordination. Allagash Canoe trip - MQA provided shuttle service to the put in, from the takeout, and provided the canoes and paddles. Everything went perfect. The shuttle was on time and our driver, Lloyd, was great. The canoes and paddles were all in great shape. I can't say enough good things about Bryant's service. I called about a dozen times before the trip to ask questions and he always took the time to answer my questions. Bottom line... Would I use MQA again? YES Would I recommend MQA to a friend? YES

When you live in Maine, who thinks about taking boat tours? That's for tourists!! (Lol!!)…read more Seriously, though, we had guests in town, so we thought it'd be fun to charter a boat for the four of us to go up the Penobscot River to Bangor. (At least that was the initial itin.) Me matey, Jay (after some due diligence on boat companies in the Bucksport area) , chose Penobscot Boat Tours as our charter. Jay said the communication(s) with Capt. Jeff Sennett (Owner/Operator) was excellent; his boat was faster/stronger to get us to Bangor and back in the least amount of time; and, the price for a 4-hr charter was less than other quotes. Splendid!! It was a dreary start to Tuesday when we arrived at 11 am with weather not looking promising for a jaunt up to Bangor; windy, rainy and choppy waters on the menu. This daunted us not, though! So, "Gilligan" and the gang (that'd be Mr. and Mrs. Howell, and the Professor), arrived at the Bucksport Marina in good spirits for our "3-hr tour"... er, 4-hr tour at Penobscot Boat Tours! ;) The boat was very cool (as all boats are!), and the Capt. Jeff (our imposing "Skipper" for this tour) made us all feel very welcomed, in good hands, and rarin' to-go!! After some discussion about the weather and tour route, we all agreed to a downriver jaunt for lunch in Belfast, and return to home base. Prior to Belfast, though, we made a special request of our intrepid Capt. (despite the hairy weather that we could see going on upriver) to take us a few miles upriver to where the Marsh River confluences into the Penobscot River. The rough-n-tumble ride was, of course, E-Ticket! (In all honesty, though, the confluence was a bit anticlimactic, but the ride was awesome!) Anyway, we turned around and headed for what was to be drier climes. The weather improved immensely and made for some pretty alluring scenery! Normally, we just drive to Belfast (20 mins) mainly not seeing the water much, behind trees/forests and such. So, seeing the coastline from the water -- seeing all those privileged homes tucked and nestled in splendid nooks and crannies! -- was a totally new POV, that's for sure! Capt. Jeff would slowdown now-and-then to point spots of interest out to us, to see seals basking on rocky shoals, and numerous heads bobbing up-and-down in the middle of the bay was pretty darn awesome!!! When we got to Belfast, Capt. Jeff gave us a suggestion for lunch (which we took and enjoyed), while he waited. The trip back to Bucksport was leisurely and beautiful as the summer sun shone upon our last leg back. The whole experience of seeing the land from the water was just wonderful! We never felt rushed; Capt. Jeff was very generous with his time. It was SO worth the cost and, more so, the experience! We will definitely be chartering another trip in the near future with Penobscot Boat Tours...!!! We all had such a great time...!!! :D

Booked our cruise the day before for a 4-hour trip and had a wonderful time cruising up to Bangor.read more

I visited Phil's, for the first time, in May. Stayed for a couple days to do a check out hike for…read moremy upcoming trip through the 100MW. On that trip I was the only guest. Phil gave me a tour of his place and provided some valuable tips. Coffee was ready in the morning - I appreciated the company (from both Phil and Woody). Used the grill that evening and spent time reading in the "community center". I felt totally at home and had a chance to destress from life. My sister and I returned at the end of June for our hike. Cabin was ready when we arrived. Phil was as engaging as ever. He dropped us at Abol Bridge in the morning. Unfortunately my sister fell and tore her ACL on the hike. Phil provided instructions for how to get her out and even, personally hiked in to look for us. After she got off trail, he helped me plan a two day solo hike. Really awesome place! I now think of Phil as a friend. I'd highly recommend.

My friend and I used Phil for our section hike of the 100 mile wilderness. Phil was wonderful to…read moreus. He gave us so much useful information about the trail, campsites and a resupply. The food drop was essential so we didn't have to carry 8 days worth of food. I can't thank him enough for making us feel so safe and secure. He sat down with us and went over our maps and made sure we didn't have any questions. He dropped us off at the trailhead. When we finished a day early he made sure we got picked up and we didn't have to wait long. His rates are very reasonable and he really went above and beyond for us. His cabins were so clean and comfortable. The shower was clean and had hot water. There is hardly any cell service in the 100 mile wilderness so using my Inreach was critical to staying in touch with him when we finished. He was also nice enough to text my husband with an update when my device wasn't working well. When we finished he offered us both use his personal phone to call our families which was a really nice gesture. I highly recommend Phil Pepin and his services. This stretch if trail is very remote and difficult. He knows the ins and outs of the area and that was very comforting to us!! Thanks Phil!!!!

Trevor is quite a nice fellow. He took us on a 3 and a half hour moose sighting tour through the…read morelogging roads of Maine. While we tried to spy a moose he entertained us with his deep knowledge of moose,loons,and other animals that live in the area. We took a break halfway through the tour,and he presented us with some homemade brownies.Then it was back in the truck for some more "magic moose minutes". We did see a large bull moose feeding in a bog,and lots of moose tracks.Trevor has a 100% moose sighting record,so if you are itching to see a moose while staying in the area,give him a call. And maybe,just maybe....you might see a sasquatch!

From the owner: Come on a journey with Special T Adventures where it's all about you! Get a chance to explore Maine…read moreat your pace one on one with a seasoned guide. Unlike larger companies, my mission is to create a memorable experience that you won't find anywhere else. Hi, I'm Trevor Davis & I will be your personal guide. Specializing in private adventures, there is an excursion for everyone! Moose, Snowmobile, Jeep, ATV, Photography, Geocaching, and Scenic Safaris are only a few great outings to choose from. Outdoor survival courses are offered as well for those looking to expand their skills. Just give STA a call and I will point you in the right direction. Let's Get Out And Make Some Memories!

This was an amazing tour and I couldn't recommend it enough. I am a Constant Reader and my…read moreboyfriend has read one or two books but we both had an amazing time! Jamie is so knowledgeable about all things King + the history of the town of Bangor. We had a blast and the three hours flew by. 10/10 would do it again.

Was headed to Bangor to check out some Stephen King sites and just happened to be googling a couple…read moredays beforehand and saw this tour and there was 1 spot left for a time I could make so I booked it, so glad I did! Was pleasantly surprised to find the tour guide is Stu Tinker's son, I remember Betts from decades ago! Was a huge fan of SK back in the day so it was great to hear all the stories and anecdotes Jamie has to say, and of course to see the various locations from SK's life. Jamie is so knowledgeable I feel like this tour could've been 8 hours and he would not have run out of stories. Nice they also have a parking lot with SK art and props (I especially liked the Drawing of the Three door) and even an office area with more props and things, plus items for sale. Great tour!

Great place in Greenville maine! The staff are friendly and helpful. I think their prices are…read morefairly high because there isnt much competition around.

What a great adventure. The UTVs were perfect for us. We took them up the B52 crash site and then…read moredown to the North Loop. Excellent customer service. I highly recommend them!!! Pro Tip - Go inside and grab a coffee or tea after your ride to warm back up.

I'm from Maine. I recreate in the outdoors all year round. I have seen and experienced a lot of the…read morebest of Maine and this is at the top of the best. Holy smokes. We had a perfect day, went ashore on the island, birds EVERYWHERE. The crew was great especially Abby. She was knowledgeable, knew all the bird species, knew the local history. Just great info source. She and the crew were pleasant, friendly, and safety conscious. Is it pricey? Yup. But it's a 5 hour excursion to a wild place jammed with amazing wildlife. Just get up there and do it. But sells out fast so plan ahead!

Great tour. They are very versed in the area. Captain Ralph makes sure you see everything there is…read moreto offer in the bay.