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South Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter 6 hr

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  • Lake Tahoe
  • 6 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Cruise Lake Tahoe on a private six-hour charter, with scenic stops and watersports led by a USCG-certified captain.

About this tour

Set out from South Lake Tahoe for six hours on the water, with the freedom of a private boat and a USCG-certified captain. This South Lake Tahoe private boat charter can be a relaxed day of cruising or an active outing filled with watersports.

Depending on your plans and conditions, cruise toward Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, and other scenic corners of the lake. Watersports equipment is provided for tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing. The longer charter also leaves room to explore more secluded places along Lake Tahoe’s east shore, though wind and weather can affect access. Early morning departures are calmer and more likely to allow a trip around the entire lake.

Bottled water and gas are included. Groups of six or fewer have all costs covered at booking; groups of seven or more pay an additional captain fee directly upon arrival. Arrive at the boat 20 minutes before departure and look for the blue flag along the dock. Choose this South Lake Tahoe private boat charter for a day shaped around lake views, open water, and time together.

Highlights

  • Cruise Lake Tahoe aboard a private boat with a USCG-certified captain
  • Explore Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Vikingsholm, and more
  • Make time for tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing
  • Visit secluded east-shore spots when weather allows

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Watersports equipment
  • USCG-certified captain
  • Gas

Not included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
  • Captain fee of $100 per hour for groups of 7 or more, payable upon arrival

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Important information

  • Groups of 7 or more owe the captain $100 per hour upon arrival, payable by cash, Venmo, or Zelle; groups of 6 or fewer have all costs included at booking
  • Meet the captain at the boat and arrive 20 minutes before departure; from the parking lot, head to the right corner by the flagpole and boat ramp, then follow the dock to the blue flag
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • East-shore visits depend on weather and wind; early morning trips are more likely to reach the entire lake

Frequently asked questions

How long is the charter?

The private boat charter lasts 6 hours.

Is the captain included in the price?

For groups of 6 or fewer, all costs are included at booking. Groups of 7 or more pay the captain $100 per hour upon arrival.

What activities can I do on the tour?

You can cruise the lake and enjoy tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing.

Which places might we visit?

Possible stops include Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, and secluded east-shore locations.

Can we visit the east shore?

East-shore visits depend on weather and wind. Early morning charters are more likely to reach the entire lake.

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