About Lulu Lobster Boat Ride
Lulu Lobster Boat Ride operates from the Town Pier in downtown Bar Harbor, offering visitors an authentic Maine lobstering experience aboard a working-style lobster boat. The operation has been a beloved Bar Harbor tradition for years, providing a unique window into the lobster fishing industry that defines coastal Maine's identity and economy.
The standard trip is a narrated two-hour cruise through Frenchman Bay, during which the captain hauls lobster traps, explains the biology and lifecycle of the American lobster, and demonstrates how the commercial fishery works — from banding claws to measuring for legal size. Passengers get to handle live lobsters and learn about the sustainable practices that keep Maine's lobster population healthy. The boat also passes by several of the Porcupine Islands and offers excellent views of Cadillac Mountain and the Acadia coastline, with frequent sightings of harbor seals, bald eagles, and osprey.
What makes Lulu Lobster Boat stand out is that it's genuinely educational without feeling like a lecture. The captain's narration is entertaining and interactive, making it a hit with kids and adults alike. It's also one of the most affordable boat tours in Bar Harbor, running multiple departures daily throughout the summer and early fall season.
