Emerald Bay Private Sightseeing Boat Tours

5.0(30)2 hFree cancellationBy Tahoe Lake Tours

About this activity

Our Private Emerald Bay Cruises are 2-hours, departing either in the morning or afternoon. Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters of Emerald Bay and Rubicon Bay. See Lake Tahoe’s most breathtaking views including Fannett Island, Eagle Falls, Rubicon Point and Rubicon Bay. We can pull up and anchor at one of Lake Tahoe’s pristine coves or beaches for a picnic or a swim in the Caribbean colored water.

We depart from the Tahoe Keys Marina and take guests along the beautiful west shore into Emerald Bay to view Lake Tahoe’s hidden castle the Vikingsholm, Eagle Falls and the Tea House on Fannette Island. Then, we cruise up the west shore through the Caribbean waters or Rubicon Bay and then back across the lake to the Marina.

We provide a cooler with bottled water and sodas. Guests are welcome to bring snacks, packed lunches and beverages of their choice. Alcohol is allowed.

What's included

✓Guests can bring an ice cooler with beverages and snacks
✓Bluetooth surround sound stereo
✓Bottled water and soda with an ice cooler on board
✓Coast Guard Licensed Captain-Guide
✓Free parking at the marina
✓Restroom on board

Not included

✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Our meeting area is located at the north corner of the marina parking lot, just before the entrance to the Rubicon dock. Please look for the "Tahoe Lake Tours - Meeting Area" sign and wait there. Captain Troy will meet you at that location.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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