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South Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter 5 hr

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

Cruise Lake Tahoe with a private captain, taking in iconic shoreline sights or choosing tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing.

About this tour

Set out on Lake Tahoe’s clear blue water aboard a private boat with a USCG-certified captain. This 5-hour South Lake Tahoe private boat charter lets you shape the day around an easygoing cruise or a more active outing on the lake.

Cruise past landmarks and shoreline scenery, with possible stops or views around Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, and Sugar Pine Point State Park. Prefer a faster pace? Choose tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing. Your captain can tailor the outing to your group’s preferences. Bottled water, gas, and watersports equipment are included.

Meet your captain at the boat at Rubicon Dock, past the white shack near the blue Boat Tahoe flag, and arrive 20 minutes before departure. Groups of 7 or more pay an additional captain fee of $100 per hour upon arrival; groups of 6 or fewer have all costs included at booking. Book your South Lake Tahoe private boat charter for a day on the water made your own.

Highlights

  • Cruise Lake Tahoe with a private captain
  • Take in views of Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, and Rubicon Bay
  • Choose a relaxed lake cruise or add tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing

What's included

Included

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

Not included

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

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Important information

  • Groups of 6 or fewer have all costs included at booking
  • Groups of 7 or more must pay the captain $100 per hour upon arrival by cash, Venmo, or Zelle, per US Coast Guard regulations
  • Arrive at the boat 20 minutes before your scheduled time
  • Meet at the Rubicon Dock, past the white shack near the blue Boat Tahoe flag
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the charter?

The private boat charter lasts 5 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.

Where do we meet?

Meet the captain at the boat at Rubicon Dock, past the white shack near the blue Boat Tahoe flag. Arrive 20 minutes early.

What can we do on the charter?

Choose a lake cruise or enjoy tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing.

What is included?

The charter includes bottled water, watersports equipment, a USCG-certified captain, and gas.

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