Lake Tahoe Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Lake Tahoe. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• 2-Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe

• Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

• Tahoe Coastal Self-Guided E-Bike Tour—Half-Day | World Famous East Shore Trail

• Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe

• Clear Kayak Paddle Tour

While it’s free to visit Lake Tahoe on your own, there are plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about the lake with an expert guide. Lake Tahoe sailing tours cost from US$105, hiking tours start at US$65, and driving tours begin at US$70.

Yes, Lake Tahoe is worth visiting—considered the second-deepest lake in the US, it's nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains on the California–Nevada border, offering dramatic views and numerous scenic spots. It's also a great destination for outdoor recreation, whether you prefer winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding or summer activities, including hiking and kayaking. A variety of tours help you explore the area, from guided bike rides to kayak experiences or boat charters.

Per one customer who booked the 2-Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe, "Great tour. Great way to spend the day. Great staff and ice-cold drinks! The boat was beautiful! I'd book again!"

You'll need at least two days in Lake Tahoe, but many travelers stay for a week (or more) to thoroughly enjoy the Sierra Nevada mountain town's many offerings. Outdoor attractions including water sports, hiking, and skiing mix with casinos and lake cruises for a lot to do in Lake Tahoe.

There are many types of tours at Lake Tahoe. The most popular choices include Lake Tahoe cruises covering Emerald Bay or Zephyr Cove, helicopter tours, kayaking tours, and e-bike tours. Day trips from Lake Tahoe to nearby Wild West towns and Yosemite are also available.

If you want to ski or snowboard in Lake Tahoe, visit in winter (ideally February) when there's enough snowpack on the slopes. To experience being on the lake and outdoor activities like hiking, come in May before the summer crowds arrive. Late summer offers the warmest weather.

Brilliantly blue Lake Tahoe is one of the purest lakes in the United States. Its clear water coupled with the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains makes it the perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts. The large lake straddles between California and Nevada, so there is plenty to explore.

Yes, dogs are allowed at Lake Tahoe, but only in some areas. Privately owned beaches and swimming-only beaches may not allow dogs, so it's best to check before you go. Pet-friendly beaches include Kiva Beach and Coon Street Dog Beach.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Lake Tahoe. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in the wider area:

• Emerald Bay State Park

• Sand Harbor

• Vikingsholm Castle

• M.S. Dixie II

• Virginia City

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Lake Tahoe.