Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain 12 Passengers
Overview
Set sail on Lake Champlain aboard the classic Friendship Sloop, where stunning views of the Adirondack and Green Mountains await. This private two-hour cruise accommodates groups of 2 to 12, allowing you to share the experience with friends or family. Bring your favorite food and drinks to savor while our knowledgeable crew shares tales of the lake's rich history, including shipwrecks and the first lighthouse built in 1825. Enjoy the gentle sway of the boat and the calming waters as you discover the beauty of Vermont from a whole new perspective.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private 2-hour sailing cruise
- Blankets, fleeces, and windbreakers (if needed)
- Onboard marine restroom (accessible via small ladder)
- Licensed captain and deckhand
- Use of glassware, cups, plates, cutlery, and napkins
- Cutting boards for food preparation
- Food and beverages (guests must bring their own)
- Transportation to and from the dock
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1 College Street
Burlington, VT 05401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This experience can accommodate up to 12 guests! Travelers will board a beautifully restored traditional Friendship Sloop and set sail across Lake Champlain, where the wind guides a relaxing and unhurried journey on the water. Along the way, guests can take in panoramic views of scenic shorelines and more than 70 named islands, admire the stunning Adirondack and Green Mountain backdrops, and listen to engaging stories, legends, and local history shared by the knowledgeable crew. The cruise may also pass notable landmarks such as historic lighthouses and shipwreck sites, all while guests enjoy their own food and drinks in a calm and intimate setting. Since each route depends on wind conditions, no two trips are ever the same, making every sailing experience truly unique.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain 12 Passengers?
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Activity code: C-147506P14
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Bottled water.
- Private 2-hour sailing cruise.
- Blankets, fleeces, and windbreakers (if needed).
- Onboard marine restroom (accessible via small ladder).
- Licensed captain and deckhand.
- Use of glassware, cups, plates, cutlery, and napkins.
- Cutting boards for food preparation.
- Food and beverages (guests must bring their own).
- Transportation to and from the dock.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain 12 Passengers is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Daytime Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain 12 Passengers will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private 2-hour sailing cruise
- Blankets, fleeces, and windbreakers (if needed)
- Onboard marine restroom (accessible via small ladder)
- Licensed captain and deckhand
- Use of glassware, cups, plates, cutlery, and napkins
- Cutting boards for food preparation
- Food and beverages (guests must bring their own)
- Transportation to and from the dock
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
