Lake Champlain
Boat Cruises
Rates
Here's a handy chart of our rates for all types of cruises, both public and private. We've even included pricing if your group would like to spend more time on the water than we offer in one of our regular cruises, or if you'd like to book Buttercup for an all day private event.
Click below to book one of our regular cruises! If you're interested a longer charter or all-day event please give us a call at (802) 373-1284
Policies
Insurance Waiver
Buttercup hates this part of the business, but the insurance company insists on a waiver. All guests have to sign one prior to boarding. You can read it here. You can print one out for each of your party and bring it along, or sign when you get to the dock ten minutes early.
Refunds If You Cancel
You will receive a full refund if you cancel at least 10 days before your booking.
Why not a tighter refund window? Because Buttercup is a small business and only has five months to make money. If you cancel any closer to your booking, Buttercup may not fill that slot.
Refunds If Buttercup Cancels
Sometimes the weather is just not in favor of a cruise, and Buttercup will have to cancel. We feel terrible about this and will fully refund you in those cases.
After decades of experience on Lake Champlain, we know it is best to make the decision at the last minute. What was predicted to be a rainy day, can suddenly have a good weather window for a couple hours.
Please Be On Time!
In the boat business, the rule is: If you’re not early, you’re late.
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure, so everyone can board, be briefed on safety, and depart on time for the full experience. In courtesy to all who are looking forward to the full duration of the cruise, Buttercup cannot wait if you’re late, and refunds are not issued.
Children & Pets
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Public Cruises: Ages 5 and up. No pets
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Sunset Cruises: Ages 13 and up. No pets
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Private Charters: All ages. Pets welcome
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All Cruises: All children, ages 12 and younger, must wear a lifejacket per US Coast Guard regulations. We have sufficient life jackets for passengers of all ages on board
Food & Drinks
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Bring your own picnic! Buttercup has plates, cutlery, cups, and cutting boards.
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Bring your own drinks, including alcohol. Buttercup has a bottle opener and corkscrew.
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Buttercup has a cooler with ice.
Swimming
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Swimming is not permitted.
Tips
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The crew deeply appreciates your generosity. Cash is preferred, but Venmo is an option.