Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Bottled water Bottled water and soda with an ice cooler on board
- Guests can bring beverages and snacks
- Bluetooth surround stereo
- Free parking at the marina
- Coast Guard Licensed Captain-Guide
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
2435 Venice Drive East
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Emerald Bay State Park (pass by)
Vikingsholm (pass by)
Lake Tahoe (California) (pass by)
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-410871P3
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool Lake Tahoe and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Lake Tahoe customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- Bottled water. Bottled water and soda with an ice cooler on board.
- Guests can bring beverages and snacks.
- Bluetooth surround stereo.
- Free parking at the marina.
- Coast Guard Licensed Captain-Guide.
- Gratuity.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Lake Tahoe. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled waterBottled water and soda with an ice cooler on board
- Guests can bring beverages and snacks
- Bluetooth surround stereo
- Free parking at the marina
- Coast Guard Licensed Captain-Guide
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
