With Lake Tahoe, a.k.a. Big Blue, enticing you at every turn, it’s little wonder that Lake Tahoe boat tours and charters are wildly popular things to do in Tahoe. If you’re feeling fancy, there are 80-foot yachts that are the epitome of elegance – perfect for wedding, special occasions or just because! Or, harken to a more Southern feel and experience a paddleboat excursion around the lake on a ship that can hold up to 520 passengers (again, a great venue for any celebration). Another option for a Lake Tahoe boat tour is aboard a sailing yacht, letting Mother Nature’s wind propel you silently along the clear, emerald-colored water. And, here’s a great one: schedule a romantic gondola ride at sunset … that’s amore! Of course, there are many other types of Lake Tahoe tours, with one of the most popular being fishing charters. This is a fantastic way to experience the lake or local rivers while also catching dinner. Do you enjoy Jet skiing, biking, carriage or sleigh rides, kayak trips, ATV or snowmobile rides, helicopter excursions, sightseeing, stargazing, climbing, photography, wine tastings or river rafting? There’s a Lake Tahoe tour for that too!
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Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. Since 1994 IRIE Rafting Company has given visitors a close-up view of the waterway as well as the region's north and middle forks of the American River and the Carson River. For those wanting to stay closer to Truckee, IRIE offers half- and full-day trips on the Truckee River after it flows past the town of Truckee. There is ideal paddling to be had for a range of ages and abilities as well as some thrilling rapids as the river runs down into the Truckee River Gorge. IRIE transports guests to and from various hotels to the put-in and take-out points on the river and provides helmets, personal flotation vests and paddles. Expect a two-hour trip that will be perfect for the whole family. By the way, IRIE stands for Isolated Rivers, Incredible Experiences.
Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. Since 1994 IRIE Rafting Company has given visitors a close-up view of the waterway as well as the region's north and middle forks of the American River and the Carson River. For those wanting to stay closer to Truckee, IRIE offers half- and full-day trips on the Truckee River after it flows past the town...read more
Lake Tahoe has only one outflow – the Truckee River. Since 1994 IRIE Rafting Company...read more
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Tahoe Photographic Tours gives visitors the insider's tip to an up-close and personal connection with the stunning vistas and environment that Lake Tahoe has to offer. Whether you are a photographer or not, Tahoe Photographic Tours takes you to hard-to-find places that provide an impressive experience. For those staying in South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Photographic Tours offers first-class chauffeured service picking you up at your...read more
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The Tahoe Queen is an iconic part of Lake Tahoe. The only true and authentic Mississippi paddlewheeler on Lake Tahoe, she has been voted in South Lake Tahoe to be the best Tahoe cruise. She holds 312 people and with her recent renovations is able to bring back the elegance of the early 1900s paddlewheel days and the glamour that is within such style of...read more
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Departing from Tahoe City, Tahoe Sailing Charters offers public and private sailing charters from May through October. A trip with them is an excellent way to see the beauty of Lake Tahoe powered by Mother Nature. Non-motorized yacht sailing cruises give a serene, yet exciting approach to exploring Lake Tahoe. Tahoe Sailing Charters brings the water tours to the next level by providing cocktails and...read more
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Tahoe Sleigh Ride is a family-owned and -operated sleigh and carriage tour company taking you to the most beautiful places in Lake Tahoe. A truly unique experience that is fun for the entire family, Tahoe Sleigh Ride provides a way to see the Tahoe countryside like no other. The Borges family business has been in operation here for half a century. In summer the carriage rides take...read more
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Tahoe Sports is a major outfitter in rentals for both summer and winter recreation in Lake Tahoe. Situated in South Lake Tahoe, the company specializes in setting people up for various activities including Jet Ski rentals, parasailing, fly board, paddleboard, pedal boat and bike rentals and other water toys. They also rent power boats for water skiing and wakeboarding. Additionally they offer a 52' Harbor...read more
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There are a lot of different ways to experience Tahoe, but one of the classiest has to be while tasting wine and cruising the lake aboard a classic wooden boat. Tahoe Tastings provides midday and sunset tours from Keys Marina to the iconic Emerald Bay. En route you'll get to sample a number of wines and enjoy the scenery for two hours. To really make...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
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When it comes to towering rock faces that are so grandiose that they catch a person's eye, Tram Face of Palisades Tahoe ranks up there. This omnipresence of orange and red rock is a masterpiece of beautiful natural perfection. Now people can enjoy her beauty up close and personal with Alpenglow Expeditions' Tahoe Via Ferrata. In inspiration of European mountain routes that use ropes, cables...read more
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Tahoe Vista Recreation Area is a newly remodeled outdoor beach area that offers free public access. Complete with barbecue grills, picnic tables, public bathrooms, a sheltered boat launching ramp and an outdoor plaza explaining local flora and fauna, the 2.7-acre property offers 800 feet of sandy and rocky shoreline ready to entertain families and others who want to absorb the beauty of Lake Tahoe. There are...read more
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It’s near impossible to spend any amount of time in the Lake Tahoe region without encountering the photography of Chris Talbot. His images of the lake and its surrounding natural beauty may be found on the walls of hotels (including a large exhibit at the Hyatt Lake Tahoe), restaurants, offices, homes and in gift shops throughout the basin as well as esteemed businesses like Raley's...read more
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Tallac Historic Site is a bringing together of different ways of engaging in the historical aspect of Lake Tahoe. The site has three forms of engagement. The first is the Baldwin Museum that focuses on the early days of settlement around Lake Tahoe, a replica of the 1930s kitchen, a display of yesteryear toys and games for kids as well as a gift shop that...read more
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If eating your way through Tahoe is on your to-do list, Taste of Tahoe Foodie Tour has you covered. This walking and eating tour starts in the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. During the tour, which lasts about 2.5 hours, guides will lead foodies to several restaurants in the area. Some dietary restrictions can be accommodated; just ask in advance. Adult beverage packages are an...read more
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George Whittell Jr., heir to one of San Francisco’s largest fortunes, pulled his $50 million (which would be in the billions today) out of the stock market just weeks before the crash of 1929. He needed to do something with all that money and started buying up land on Lake Tahoe’s eastern shore, eventually owning almost the entire Nevada shoreline. In 1936 construction began on his "castle in...read more
