Go beyond the exhibits at Burlington's award-winning ECHO science centre with a private expert-led session exploring Lake Champlain's extraordinary biodiversity, geology, and the legend of Champ. Science made spectacular on the shoreline.
What to expect
Set dramatically on the Burlington waterfront, ECHO houses living exhibits of Lake Champlain's native fish, reptiles, and invertebrates. A staff naturalist takes your private group through highlights unavailable on the general floor, including the research lab and rare fossil collections. The legend of Champ — North America's most documented lake cryptid — is examined with genuine scientific rigour and irresistible fun. Floor-to-ceiling lake-view windows make every moment cinematic.
Good to know
ECHO is steps from the cruise pier — no transport needed. General admission is walk-in; private programmes must be pre-booked directly with the education team via the website. Allow 2–3 hours. Open daily in summer season.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Burlington — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Burlington
- Private Schooner Sail on Lake Champlain at Sunset
- Shelburne Farms: Open-Air Wagon Tour of a Gilded Age Estate
- Church Street & South End Culinary Walking Tour
- Shelburne Museum: Private Curator-Guided Grand Tour
- Lake Champlain Ferry Crossing to New York State & Adirondack Scenic Drive
- Burlington Bike Path & Causeway: Private Guided Cycle Adventure
- Fleming Museum of Art & UVM Campus: Private Cultural Immersion