Top 15 Lake Tahoe Yacht Charters

1.Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Cruise Lake Tahoe in a private yacht-class boat for up to six people. Captain Jason, Jack, or Rob guides your group past Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, Eagle Falls, D.L. Bliss State Park, and Rubicon Peak, with time for questions, photos, and possibly swimming.

“This is really the only way to experience Lake Tahoe! Although you would literally need a week to see the entire coastline of this ginormous body of water, Captain J gave us a wonderful glimpse of why Lake Tahoe has has captivated generations of travelers— we visited Emerald Bay and its storied Vikingsholme and gazed at the towering mountains ringing the lake. Jason was a wonderful, informative captain!”

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2.Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Sunset Wine Tasting Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 hours · from $150Cheapest seat

Board the 1953 Golden Rose at Tahoe Keys Marina for a two-hour sunset cruise around Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, and Vikingsholm. You’ll taste eight Northern California wines while the captain shares lake history. The boat hosts a small group, and guides such as Steve and Kelsey add friendly local insight.

“We have a fabulous wine cruise at sunset! The crew was exceptional and knowledgeable, the wines were delightful, the boat was gorgeous , weather and sunset were exceptional! I loved that we had only 12 people on the boat but had plenty of room to move around. I would highly recommend this cruise!”

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3.Private Boat Charter Emerald Bay in the Grateful Red

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private two-hour Lake Tahoe cruise from Camp Richardson or Tahoe Keys Marina aboard the Grateful Red. Captain Bryan, Brian, Jared, or another local captain guides your group past Emerald Bay, Fannett Island, Vikingsholm, historic estates, Rubicon Bay, and DL Bliss State Park. Bring snacks and drinks, but leave red wine at home.

“From the minute we departed the dock to the time we returned, Captain Brian kept us entertained with just enough information to keep the tour interesting and lively. He did a great job with his beautiful boat. The four of us loved the gorgeous scenery and the beautiful water. Thanks Captain”

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4.2 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private boat around Lake Tahoe with a USCG-certified captain such as Zack, Brandon, Chad, or Adam. In two hours, you can visit Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss, or stop for tubing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. The boat holds up to six, with water and fuel included.

“Great experience, the captain was pretty laid back yet engaging enough. Very friendly and took us to some nice spots. Knowledgeable and enjoys his work which makes the experience even better! Very good communication!”

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5.2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend two hours on a private Lake Tahoe boat with a USCG-certified captain. You can request Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Vikingsholm, or D.L. Bliss State Park, and add swimming, tubing, water skiing, or wakeboarding if time and weather allow. The boat holds up to six people.

“Captain chad was amazing we were entertained the entire time with 3 young ones. We all had a good time as a family.”

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6.South Lake Tahoe: Private Daytime Boat Charter for 2-6 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 - 6 hours

Book a private Boat Tahoe charter for up to six people, with a US Coast Guard captain, fuel, and watersports gear included. Choose a relaxed route to Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, and D.L. Bliss, or add swimming, tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing. Captains such as Zach and Chad tailor the day to your group.

“It was fabulous and Captain Zach was awesome!!! Took his time with us. He was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. His music selection was great!!!! Stopped let us out to get a beverage, that was a great recommendation. He stopped and we had lunch on the lake with a breathtaking view. We would recommend this activity to anyone that asked. Thanks and we will be back.”

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7.Sunset Wine & Cheese Emerald Bay Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Camp Richardson at 6 pm for a two-hour private boat ride for up to four people. Your captain may include Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Rubicon Bay, DL Bliss, or Sand Harbor, with white wine, cheese, fruit, nuts, and crackers along the way.

“We loved the trip, beautiful lake and Bryan was entertaining as well. We did for our anniversary. He showed us around Emerald Bay and we got off to look at Vikingsholm.”

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8.Private Boat Charter on Lake Tahoe with Captain Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Bryan for a private four-hour Lake Tahoe cruise from Camp Richardson. You’ll visit Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, DL Bliss State Park, and movie-famous sights, with time to swim, use water toys, and stop at Camp Richardson. The boat carries up to six people and includes a restroom.

“So much fun and Bryan was an excellent captain! The boat is awesome and even though there were six of us there was plenty of room for everyone.”

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9.Luxury boat tour of Emerald Bay in the Grateful Red

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private two-hour cruise from Camp Richardson aboard the Grateful Red, an elegant red boat for up to six people. Captain Bryan, Jared, or Tim may guide your route past Emerald Bay, Fannett Island, Rubicon Bay, and D.L. Bliss State Park, with time for swimming and photos.

“The boat ride is the best memory we had in Lake Tahoe till date. Bryan was prompt and was in touch with us via text messages. He kept everything simple and easy. The boat captain, Tim was just amazing. He kept all of us entertained through-out the boat ride. My kid loved him and wants to go back on the boat again. Everyone in the family strongly recommend this memorable boat ride.”

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10.Private Wakesurf/Wakeboard Boat Charter Lake Tahoe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private two-hour boat charter from South Lake Tahoe with Captain Clay, or another local captain, at the helm. Use the included boards, ropes, lifejackets, and tube for wakesurfing, wakeboarding, and tubing, then cruise to Emerald Bay State Park.

“We had a fantastic time! We got to visit some of the less touristy places but also the highlight. Clay was awesome! We highly recommend.”

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11.Lake Tahoe: Lakeside Highlights Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 2 hours

Join Captain Jason for a private two-hour yacht cruise from Tahoe Keys Marina. See Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Eagle Falls, Whiskey Cove, Rooster Rock, and Rubicon Bay, with time to swim, take photos, and enjoy your own snacks and drinks.

“Captain Jason was amazing! The lake tour was memorable due to Captain Jason's engaging the informative lead. My family has never been to Lake Tahoe. I would recommend Captain Jason and his tour for anyone considering to travel up to South Lake Tahoe area.”

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12.4 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a four-hour private cruise from South Lake Tahoe with a USCG-certified captain. Visit Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, and D.L. Bliss State Park, or spend the afternoon tubing, water skiing, and wakeboarding. Zach, Chad, and Cap have all led memorable outings.

“Great afternoon. Captain was friendly and knowledgeable. Kids had a great time with the water toys. Great experience on Lake Tahoe.”

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13.Lake Tahoe: 2-Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours

Take a private, captained boat for up to six people from Tahoe Keys Marina to Emerald Bay and other Lake Tahoe highlights. Your captain can shape the outing around sunset views, sightseeing, or watersports. Fuel, a tube, wakeboard, and waterskis are included.

“Loved our time on this excursion! Captain Adam was amazing!!!”

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14.30ft Luxury Private Yacht Charter on South Lake Tahoe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

You’ll cruise from South Lake Tahoe to Emerald Bay State Park aboard a private 30-foot yacht for up to 12 people. A captain handles the boat while you enjoy lake views, food, drinks, music, and a possible swim from the floating lily pad. Ask if Captain Mike is available.

“Traveling the lake by boat is the best way to do it. The water is clear and crisp in the summer. We had a captain named Mike who was nice and informative. Emerald Bay on the boat was magical.”

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15.Half Day Luxury Yacht Class Tour on Lake Tahoe 4.5 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll spend 4.5 hours on a private yacht with up to five companions, cruising from Tahoe Keys through Emerald Bay toward Rubicon Bay and D.L. Bliss State Park. Captains J and Rob have earned praise for their friendly service and local insight, and you can bring food and drinks for the ride.

“Had an excellent boat tour of Lake Tahoe and emerald bay. Rob was knowledgeable about the history of Lake Tahoe and his new SeaRay boat allowed us to travel with speed and style.”

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