Whales Puffins and Lighthouses | Bangor News

Bangor News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

Get ready to witness the Gulf of Maine’s wild marine spectacle—whales, puffins, and rare seabirds await on thrilling boat tours this summer. From Machias Seal Island’s massive puffin colony to Cashes Ledge’s underwater mountain teeming with life, these excursions offer unforgettable wildlife encounters. Bird lovers, mark your calendars: pelagic species like jaegers and fulmars are hotly sought, with some tours selling out fast—so book early. And if birding’s not your thing, a scenic lighthouse tour visits 19 coastal beacons, still open for eager explorers. Don’t miss the planet’s most…