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Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours

5.0 (15 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours

About this activity

Our Private Emerald Bay Cruises are 1.5-hours, departing either in the morning or afternoon. Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters of Emerald Bay. See Lake Tahoe’s most breathtaking views including Fannett Island, Eagle Falls, and Eagle Point.

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 and the Tea House on Fannette Island. From there we continue back across the lake from Emerald Bay to the Marina.

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

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
Tahoe Lake Tours

What is included

Included

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

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuity

Itinerary

  1. Emerald Bay State Park

    Passing by

    Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters of Emerald Bay. See Emerald Bay’s most breathtaking views including Fannett Island Tea House, Eagle Falls and the historic Vikingsholm from the water.

  2. Vikingsholm

    Passing by

    Lake Tahoe’s hidden castle the Vikingsholm built in 1929. With a cruise around Fannette Island the only island in Lake Tahoe. The stone structure on top of the island is the 250 square foot "Tea House" built in 1929 by Lora J. Knight.

  3. Lake Tahoe (California)

    Passing by

    Private sightseeing boat tour on Lake Tahoe along the west shore to Emerald Bay and back across the lake.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 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.

End point

  • 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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