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MATINICUS
EXCURSIONS
EXCURSIONS
BIRDING
TRIPS
MATINICUS ROCK EXCURSION – Leaving From Rockland. Maine and
returning to Rockland, Maine
We depart from Rockland going by Rockland Harbor Lighthouse, Owls
Head Lighthouse, Monroe Island, Matinicus, Criehaven, then arriving at
Matinicus Rock. It will take us around 1 ¼ to 1 ½ hours to get there. We
spend about 45 minutes circling the island, observing the lighthouse and all
the birds and seals. More time can be arranged for an additional fee.
Dolphins and porpoises are often seen. Sometimes whales are spotted.
We do not dock or land on the island. Puffins are usually seen from May
through mid – August. Razorbill Auks are usually present until mid July.
Arctic and Common Terns, Murres, Eider Ducks, Cormorants, and seagulls
are also often seen. Gannets are seen often on the trip to and from The
Rock. After we are finished viewing Matinicus Rock we return to Rockland.
The total trip takes around 3 ½ to 4 hours depending on the weather.
The weather is often much different out at sea. Be sure to bring a sweater
and jacket. Binoculars and a camera are a must! Food and drinks are
welcome. Pets can come, but it is a long ride and they are usually happier
staying ashore. Sometimes it is foggy in Rockland and clear at Matinicus
Rock. Sometimes it is nice in Rockland and foggy at Matinicus Rock. If it is
foggy at Matinicus Rock we can usually see all or part of it. Very rarely we
will arrive and can not see a thing.
The cost is $450 total for 1 up to 16 passengers. This fee is due in full at
time of making the reservation. Extra time spent going around Matinicus
Rock is $100 hour. It takes around 20 – 30 minutes to make one slow circle
of the Rock. If you wish to go around Seal Island once when we are
through at Matinicus Rock, the extra fee is $150 This adds on around 45 -
60 minutes to the trip. I take MasterCard, Visa , personal checks and
cash. My refund policy is – If you cancel 14 days or more in advance of
the trip date, all money will be refunded minus a 15% booking fee. If you
cancel or reschedule 13 days or less before the trip date, no refund will be
given.
Departure Time – I try to leave on time. If you are running late, please call
me. Because I often have other trips scheduled that day, I reserve the right
to cancel your reservation with no refunds given if you are late. Please try
to be on the dock at least 15 minutes before departure time.
Weather Cancellations – I will cancel the trip if I feel the seas or weather are
unsafe. If I do cancel a trip all money received will be refunded, or you can
apply it to another trip.
MATINICUS ROCK EXCURSION - Leaving from Matinicus or
Criehaven, returning to Matinicus or Criehaven .
The cost is $105 total for 1-3 people, $35 person for 4 - 16 people.
Children 5 years old and under are free. This trip last around 1 hour.
Puffins are seen from mid May until mid August. We slowly circle Matinicus
Rock once. Many other bird species are usually seen, along with seals.
Criehaven, returning to Matinicus or Criehaven .
The cost is $105 total for 1-3 people, $35 person for 4 - 16 people.
Children 5 years old and under are free. This trip last around 1 hour.
Puffins are seen from mid May until mid August. We slowly circle Matinicus
Rock once. Many other bird species are usually seen, along with seals.