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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe

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.

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe

8 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation

Emerald Bay Cruise With Vikingsholm Castle Walking Tour Included

This is not your typical Emerald Bay boat tour. Along with a scenic cruise aboard Lake Tahoe’s most intimate public tour, guests also get the rare chance to step off the boat and enjoy a walking tour of Vikingsholm Castle. That added on-shore experience makes the tour feel far more immersive than simply cruising by, giving guests the opportunity to explore one of Tahoe’s most iconic landmarks up close while taking in the beauty of Emerald Bay from both the water and the shoreline.

Emerald Bay Cruise With Vikingsholm Castle Walking Tour Included

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Get to know Lake Tahoe while keeping your eyes on the road and the magnificent scenery with a private self-guided audio tour designed for listening in your own car. This GPS-powered app includes offline maps and pre-recorded commentary to guide you through must-see locations and hidden gems. Start and stop the tour whenever you like, and explore Tahoe at your own pace with lifetime access.

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

Clear Kayak Tour of Sand Harbor's Crystal Clear Waters

2 hours 30 minutes

Private Emerald Bay Boat Cruise 2 Hours Lake Tahoe Up To 12 Guest

Private Emerald Bay Boat Cruise 2 Hours Lake Tahoe Up To 12 Guest

2 hoursFree Cancellation

2 Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe

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!

2 Hour Sailing Cruise on Lake Tahoe

2 hoursFree Cancellation

2-Hour Off-Road Razor Ridge Run Tour in the Desert

2-Hour Off-Road Razor Ridge Run Tour in the Desert

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Emerald Bay in winter, Lake Tahoe

Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe

10 to 12 minutesFree Cancellation

Sunset Kayak Experience in South Lake Tahoe

Sunset Kayak Experience in South Lake Tahoe

2 hours 5 minutesFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Fannette Island and Tea House

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.

Emerald Bay Private Boat Tours

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley Tour

Travel the full circumference of Lake Tahoe in comfort—and maximize your limited travel time—on this full-day bus tour. Look forward to exploring the lake's highlight sights and vistas. Admire viewpoints at Emerald Bay and Truckee River Dam, see where the 1960 Winter Olympics were held at Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort, and stop at Tahoe City for lunch (own expense). As you go, your guide provides rich historical context for the beautiful landscapes.

Full-Day Lake Tahoe Circle Tour including Olympic Valley

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

4 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

4 hoursFree Cancellation

2 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

2 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe

Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe

2 hoursFree Cancellation

2 Hours Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Sunset Shared Boat Tour

There is something special about seeing Emerald Bay at sunset from the water. As the light gets softer and the colors begin to change across the mountains and shoreline, the whole bay takes on a completely different feel than it does during the day. On this intimate public cruise, guests can relax, take in the scenery, and experience one of Lake Tahoe’s most iconic places during the most beautiful time of day, all in a setting that feels far more personal than the larger public tours on the lake.

2 Hours Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Sunset Shared Boat Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy Beautiful Sand Harbor Anytime. Relax and Have a Cocktail or some Food from the Kokanee Restaurant.

Experience Sand Harbor State Park. Both AM (9:30-1) and PM (2-5:30) Times. VIP Access and Service with a Smile. Sleep in and don't worry about all the hassles. No lines, No parking. Forget all the junk you have to carry. Let Our Amazing Guides do all the hard work. Use our complimentary transportation into the park and back out of the park twice daily. Each Session is 3.5 hours. Our headquarters, "Camp Tahoe" Is a prime spot of White Sand Beach with the most amazing views of Lake Tahoe. This beach setup is Fantastic and has everything for a full day of fun. You don't need to bring anything. Stand Up Paddle and kayaks are Available for Rent! WE ARE VERY CLOSE TO BONSAI ROCK. We can do Groups of up to 21 People! Let's get wet and have some fun!

SAND HARBOR EXPERIENCE includes Transportation-Entry-Beach Camp

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Rubicon Springs Trail

Upon arrival at the trailhead, meet 15 minutes before your start time trailhead, where you'll gear up for a 2-hour guided ATV tour on the iconic Rubicon Springs Trail. Experience breathtaking views and unique Tahoe wilderness as you navigate this rugged terrain, stopping at stunning lookout points perfect for photos. - 2-hour guided ATV tour along the scenic Rubicon Springs Trail - Expert guide providing insights and leading to stunning lookout points

2-Hour ATV Ride on Rubicon Trail

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

2 Hour Private Emerald Bay Boat Tour

2 Hour Private Emerald Bay Boat Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Lake Tahoe Boat Tours

Our Private Emerald Bay Cruises are 2-hours, departing either in the morning or afternoon. Explore Lake Tahoe’s picturesque west shoreline and experience the pristine waters of Emerald Bay and Rubicon Bay. See Lake Tahoe’s most breathtaking views including Fannett Island, Eagle Falls, Rubicon Point and Rubicon Bay. We can pull up and anchor at one of Lake Tahoe’s pristine coves or beaches for a picnic or a swim in the Caribbean colored water. 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, Eagle Falls and the Tea House on Fannette Island. Then, we cruise up the west shore through the Caribbean waters or Rubicon Bay and then back across the lake to the Marina. We provide a cooler with bottled water and sodas. Guests are welcome to bring snacks, packed lunches and beverages of their choice. Alcohol is allowed.

Emerald Bay Private Sightseeing Boat Tours

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private boat tours of Lake Tahoe for up to six guests.

Instead of sharing your experience on Lake Tahoe with a large crowd of strangers, you can relax with your loved ones and friends during this private boat tour. This trip is exclusive for your group, so you get a spacious boat all to yourself. Designed with your comfort and privacy in mind, your boat comes equipped with an enclosed toilet compartment and complimentary beverages to enjoy throughout the day. Plus, fuel is included.

Private boat tours of Lake Tahoe for up to six guests.

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Lake Tahoe Guided ATV Tour to a Hidden Alpine Lake

Explore the Tahoe backcountry on a guided ATV adventure designed for all experience levels. After a scenic shuttle ride to the trailhead, guests will receive a beginner-friendly safety briefing and guided practice session before heading onto the trails. Ride through scenic forest terrain and mountain landscapes on the way to a beautiful hidden alpine lake tucked away in the Tahoe wilderness. Along the way, enjoy off-road riding, fresh mountain air, and incredible photo opportunities surrounded by nature. Once at the lake, guests can relax by the water, cool off with a swim during warmer months, take photos, or enjoy snacks and lunch brought from home before riding back through the Tahoe backcountry. This experience is beginner-friendly, guided from start to finish, and designed to offer a fun and memorable outdoor adventure in South Lake Tahoe. Drivers must be 18 years or older. No drivers license required.

Lake Tahoe Guided ATV Tour to a Hidden Alpine Lake

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Electric Dirtbike Adventure in Lake Tahoe

Gear up for Lake Tahoe's one-and-only electric dirtbike thrill ride —where tourist crowds get left in the dust! Ditch boring eBikes and yawn-worthy bike paths for heart-pumping action on hidden trails with jaw-dropping Lake Tahoe views. Feel the rush of a dirtbike's power and agility, minus the gear-shifting hassle or clutch use—thanks to dual motors (2x2) that conquer rugged mountains like a boss! We'll kick things off with fun, easy lessons before blasting off to our private, off-road hotspots. As the exclusive outfitter offering e-dirt biking in Lake Tahoe, we're rocking new 2x2 beasts you won't find at any rental or e-bike spots. *Craving a specific date or a bigger group?* Hit up our South Lake Tahoe office—we've got you! And remember to bundle up for those snowy escapades. This adrenaline-packed adventure is moderately challenging—perfect for adventurers with solid coordination, but not for the faint-hearted.

Electric Dirtbike Adventure in Lake Tahoe

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Self-Guided Driving Tour from Lake Tahoe to Virginia City

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.

Self-Guided Driving Tour from Lake Tahoe to Virginia City

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours choose from a day of cruising the lake while visiting Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park and more or enjoying a more action packed day of tubing, wakeboarding or water skiing. Our US Coast Guard licensed captains can cater your tour to your exact needs! Book your adventure today and enjoy an amazing day on Lake Tahoe! *All passengers (including children) count towards max capacity of booking.

3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Top Attractions in Lake Tahoe

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Emerald waters of Sand Harbor on Lake Tahoe.

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Sand Harbor

The Emerald Bay State Park of Lake Tahoe, California.

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Emerald Bay State Park

Lake Tahoe with snowy mountains in the background, California

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The Vikingsholm Castle historic mansion on the shore of Lake Tahoe.

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