Top Lake Tahoe Audio Guides

Climb aboard a traditional paddlewheeler and embark on a scenic cruise around Lake Tahoe’s world-famous Emerald Lake. Learn about how the bay was formed, hear tales about Fannette Island, and discover Vikingsholm Castle from your included audio guide. Choose to enjoy the scenery and fresh air outside or sit indoors in a climate-controlled seating area. Pack light: lunch and a full-service bar are available for purchase.

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location. You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of the most photographed places on earth, historical estates from the turn of the 20th century, and a famous mountain pass that has witnessed some epic moments in American history. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t. ✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates. ✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Lake Tahoe with Shaka Guide's audio tour. Immerse yourself in stunning views and rich history as you explore both the California and Nevada sides of the lake. Let the knowledgeable narrator be your guide, providing fascinating insights and highlighting the best spots. From Vikingsholm Castle to Emerald Bay, you'll uncover hidden gems and iconic landmarks. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace, with the freedom to pause or skip ahead. Experience the magic of Lake Tahoe with Shaka Guide, creating unforgettable memories along the way. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Experience Emerald Bay's waters at sunset with this evening cruise on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. You won't have to make dinner plans, as your choice of ribeye, chicken, salmon, or a vegetarian option is included with the cruise. Combine dinner with stunning views of the area on board.

Sail Tahoe Blue is the premier sailing charter in South Lake Tahoe. We offer a unique sailing adventure and include complementary local beer and wine, as well as non-alcoholic beverages on all of our daily cruises. Unlike other tour boats which take 50+ passengers, our sailing yacht, "Blue", limits our capacity to 18 passengers. If you care to enjoy the beauty of propulsion by Mother Nature without the sound and smell of an engine, come sail with us!

Explore the mineral-rich towns that were at the center of Nevada‘s Silver Rush at your own pace. On this self-guided driving tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, you’ll travel back in time to the second half of the 1800s to find out how silver changed these towns’ fortunes forever. Starting in California, a short drive from the state line, this tour crosses high over Kingsbury Grade, and drops down into Douglas County, Nevada. Dramatically framed by the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada, this county is home to the quaint town of Genoa, one of Nevada‘s first permanent settlements. From Genoa, you‘ll drive through Carson City, the state‘s capital, and pass one of Nevada‘s oldest towns, Silver City, before finishing our tour in the charming silver rush town of Virginia City. By the end of this tour, you‘ll have gained an understanding of the historical moments that shaped this industry and Nevada’s Silver Rush while driving through the sparkling landscape of the Silver State.

Visit the small towns along Lake Tahoe's northwestern shore on this scenic self-guided driving tour. The 20-mile (32-kilometer) drive begins at the Gatekeepers Museum and ends at the Mount Rose Scenic Overlook in Incline Village. As you drive, listen to stories about early Native American history in the Tahoe Basin, learn about the quaint communities of northwestern Lake Tahoe, hear how John Steinbeck and Mark Twain are connected to the area, and more.

Group tours of any kind can either go too fast or too slow, making for a less than ideal experience. Explore Lake Tahoe at your own pace with this self-guided electric bike tour on East Shore Trail and make stops when you choose to. Your journey along the trail ends at Sand Harbor, a popular beach area for swimming and boating.

Explore the south and west shores of Lake Tahoe, from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City, at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided driving tour. Pass by attractions like the Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, D.L. Bliss State Park, and learn about historic points like Tahoe’s historic homes, gaming, and the trees of Tahoe’s forests. Includes convenient offline access to audio commentary, maps, and geodata.

South Lake Tahoe can be slammed with tourists at any time of the year. Avoid the masses on land by prebooking this Emerald Bay helicopter tour. Take off from South Lake Tahoe and fly above the area to see main highlights such as Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, Pope Beach, and Taylor Creek. Learn about Emerald Bay as you fly with live commentary provided.

Experience the stunning south shore of Lake Tahoe on this scenic flight, starting with a journey along the east shore into Nevada. Marvel at the vibrant indigo waters and teal shorelines as you fly over Zephyr Cove, Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, and the iconic Emerald Bay. Please note weight restrictions apply, with a maximum combined passenger weight of 500 lbs and individual weight limits of 250 lbs.

Lake Tahoe is famed for its natural scenery, and makes for a great road trip—but driving yourself around the lake usually means fighting crowds in a hunt for parking. Let someone else handle the details during this small-group sightseeing tour, which covers highlights such as Frank Sinatra’s Cal Neva and “Godfather” and “Bonanza” filming sites. Listen to stories from a pair of brothers and Tahoe locals while you ride.

Explore many miles of Lake Tahoe's beautiful East Shore Trail without breaking a sweat on a self-guided e-bike tour. Set the bike's battery boost settings to your own personal preference, and set off on fully paved, traffic-free paths for a stress-free day of cycling. The bike is yours for the entire day, along with bike locks so you can pop off to enjoy beaches and forests along the way.

Explore Northern California with the ultimate self-guided driving and walking tour bundle! Visit the serene beauty of Lake Tahoe, the geothermal wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park, and the towering trees at Muir Woods and Redwood National Park. Explore Point Reyes’ rugged coastlines, the vibrant city of San Francisco, the innovation of Silicon Valley, and Napa & Sonoma’s famous wine country. This bundle offers the quintessential Northern California adventure! Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Immerse yourself in Yosemite National Park's natural landscape on this full-day, small-group guided trip. Capture images of soaring rock walls and craggy peaks, then hike to Yosemite Falls or Bridalveil Falls. Spot rock climbers on El Capitan, watch for deer in alpine meadows, and enjoy the timeless beauty of California’s High Sierra mountains. Perfect for nature lovers and those who want to spend time exploring one of the US's most notable national parks.

Follow the Donner Party pioneers' trail as you hear their ill-fated saga unfold on this self-guided driving tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive self-guided driving tour from Tahoe City to Donner Summit. When the Reed family became trapped and snowbound in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, their lives would never be the same. On this driving tour, you’ll hear Virginia Reed’s firsthand account of the challenges and victories that these members of the Donner Party pioneer group experienced while stranded for almost four months, through the 12-year-old’s journal. On the drive, you'll visit the Donner Memorial State Park, take in the spectacular view from the top of the Donner Summit, and contemplate the difficulties the Donner Party experienced in the winter of 1846–47.  You may stop where you want, when you want, and for as long as you want. It’s up to you!

We are thrilled to present a SELF-GUIDED stroll around the Everline Resort grounds, offering a glimpse into the rich history of this area, the resort, and the valley, dating back to the 1850s. Join Chris Raney from Yellow Productions for an informative tour featuring interactive audio prompts and visuals, including a primer on Lake Tahoe. Enjoy a scenic 15-minute walk through the resort grounds, ending at the inviting pool, where you can unwind. Along the way, learn about local flora, such as the Jeffrey Pine, with a scratch-and-sniff experience, and spot wildlife, including ground squirrels, mule deer, and possibly a black bear. Imagine the 1960 Winter Olympics with stories of Walt Disney and the Eagle Wing Dancers' snow dance. Experience the unforgettable magic of the Everline Resort.

Explore the east shore of Lake Tahoe, from Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe, at your own pace with this flexible, self-guided driving tour. Pass by attractions like the East Shore Trail, Sand Harbor, Spooner Lake, Cave Rock, and Zephyr Cove, and learn about historic points like Millionaire’s Row, the Thunderbird Lodge, and the Pony Express. Includes convenient offline access to audio commentary, maps, and geodata.

Go back in time to the American Wild West on this private tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, Nevada. Follow part of the old Pony Express to reach the area of the Comstock Lode, founded in 1859 during the Gold Rush, and hear about the days when Mark Twain walked the dusty streets. In Virginia City, a National Historic Landmark District, you have free time to explore on your own before stopping in Carson City on the way back to South Lake Tahoe.