Top 4 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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