Set sail on Lake Champlain for a one-of-a-kind adventure where the route is guided entirely by the wind—ensuring no two cruises are ever the same. As you glide across the water, your captain shares local stories while exploring some of the lake’s most fascinating sights. These may include:
• The world-famous geological feature 'Champlain Thrust Fault' • A few of the over 70 named islands • Marked shipwrecks from the 1800's • The first lighthouse ever built on Champlain in 1825 • Breathtaking views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains • Cliff-jumpers at Lone Rock Point and Red Rocks • Champ!!!
See Vermont from an unmatched perspective as our friendly, professional captain safely navigates you aboard a beautiful Picnic Boat. Bring your own food and drink to make the experience extra special. We provide ice water, wine glasses, cups, plates, napkins, cutting boards, etc.. Our knowledgeable captains have a wealth of knowledge, stories, and legends that make this region so historically unique and interesting. Buttercup is a well outfitted picnic boat offering scenic motor boat tours of the Burlington Bay. Buttercup offers a fully canopied and cushioned seating area with custom wooden tables and varnished accents. Launched in 2018 and a full refit done in 2023. Buttercup is extremely accessible and easy-to-board with a very comfortable bathroom.
Buttercup is located through the Burlington Community Boathouse, through the Splash Restaurant, and around to the right.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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