Lake Tahoe Boat Rides is where it's at! By far the best private charter company around South Lake…read moreTahoe. After we called around all other businesses, such as this, we realized that Lake Tahoe boat rides was the most professional and upfront about their prices. Many companies didn't let me know that fuel and captain fees would be tacked on at after the ride as well as a certain gratuity. Sneaky! Once we arrived at Lake Tahoe, Boat Rides, Lindsay, the owner and everyone else was super friendly and helpful. They have a store with food/drinks, towels etc.. but they tell you in advance that you can pick it up elsewhere. They helped us carry our bags over to the perfectly clean and well maintained boat complete with our own captain who was incredible!!!!! Ask for Steve-O!!!! I do believe no matter who you get as a captain that you will have an amazing experience as we did. Steve-O was friendly and great with our 4 1/2 year-old. He provided just the right amount of history and information as we rode along and also took us to less touristy places that were also beautiful and so worth seeing. We cannot wait to come back and see Lake Tahoe boat rides next summer, and we will definitely be asking for Steve-O.

We had an amazing time. Captain Heather was so…read moreknowledgeable and helpful. We would definitely recommend this company.

A week in Tahoe with the grandkids and after hiking, mini golf, and time in the pool, it was time…read moreto tour the lake. Looked to Yelp to help me find a tour that worked for us and happy to find Tahoe Lake Tours! Booking online was easy enough. Looking on Wednesday for a Friday morning time slot and there it was: 9:30-1:30 was perfect. The web site states exactly what will happen during the 4 hours and offers a phone number to call for questions. Parking and check in were easy and Captain Dan was ready for us. The boat was clean and well stocked with life jackets that fit for both adults and children (ages 8,6,4) as well as water bottles. Before leaving the dock we were offered water for a cooler which we didn't need but the offer was appreciated. Our 4 hours: 1. Safety information 2. Review of our preferences for the tour 3. Lots of history of the area as we toured 4. Emerald Bay & Mrs. Knights castle 5. Water tubing (first time for the grandkids) 6. Hang out time for a snack (we brought lots LOL) 7. Back to the marina Dan was very knowledgeable and great with the kids. We would definitely book with Tahoe Lake Tours again and request Captain Dan. Thank you for a great ending to our week in Tahoe!

This was the highlight of our entire trip. Far exceeded expectations. The boat was immaculate and…read morecomfortable. We had 3 adults and a toddler. Captain Troy was accommodating, kind, hospitable, professional and knowledgeable. He took us to breathtaking sites including Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Vikingsholm, and Rubicon Bay. We enjoyed swimming in the crystal water and never felt rushed. He provided swim floaties, a cooler with cold beverages, and let us take our time to have so much fun. He even called in advance to accommodate a better start time to ensure we had the best weather. We could not have asked for a more perfect day. Booking was easy and he answered all my questions beforehand. We highly recommend this company.

Bret is such a great person to work with! I asked for a quote on Yelp, and he got back to me in an…read morehour. He even called to chat about the details. We ended up choosing Tahoe Experience because Bret was so positive, patient, and offered great prices. On the boat, we had Chris, a freelance captain who works with Bret. Chris was a joy to be around. He was super relaxed, funny, and kind. He took great care of us during our boat rental. The ride to Emerald Drive took about 30 minutes, and we spent an hour there before heading back. Sadly, I got hurt while paddleboarding. It was all my fault since it was my first time. Chris helped me out of the water, took care of my scrapes, and drove us back to shore safely. He even gave us the closest emergency hospital details and offered to refund half of the agreed amount. We were so grateful for his help and really appreciated his kindness. Bret texted me to check in and say he was sorry about what happened. Bret and Chris are truly amazing people to work with. Even though I was at fault, we had a blast meeting Chris and having him as our captain. I definitely plan to reach out to Bret again when I visit Tahoe in the future and would highly recommend his services to anyone who comes to the area.

Had the BEST time with captain Sorrel! He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. It was an…read moreamazing day on whiskey cove. Thank you for a great time! Will be back!!

Wonderful evening spent on Lake Tahoe... Knowledgeable…read morecaptain... Sommelier served wines with concise details, laughter and fun.... Highly recommend an evening wine tasting on Lake Tahoe!

An incredible two‑hour experience. Captain Stevo and Kelsey were fantastic--knowledgeable, fun, and…read moreclearly passionate about what they do. The wines were excellent, the cruise through Emerald Bay was stunning, and the vintage boat itself added so much character. Truly a must‑do Tahoe experience.

What to do when you have two friends from out-of-state that want to see Lake Tahoe? How about a…read moresunset cruise? We board the yacht about 6:30 so we could find a comfortable place to sit. Before the rest of the group had even boarded, we were offered a drink from the bar, one included in the price of the ticket, or a number of non-alcoholic beverages at no charge. We decided on a mango-pineapple juice. We casted off just a few minutes after 7pm with lots of information being given be the captain. As we cruised toward Emerald Bay, the captain shared quite of bit of history and trivia about Tahoe and the surrounding areas. As we were pulling into the Emerald Bay area, the captain spotted a bald eagle landing in one of trees. He steered the boat toward the trees getting as close as he dared The only thing my friend did to the photo below was to zoom in closer. The sunset on Tahoe was beautiful along with the surrounding areas! Now that the sun has just about disappeared, it was time to head back to the dock. The crew of this yacht made sure everyone was attended to from the moment they boarded this ship until they disembarked. They came through regularly to take the empty cups/glasses and trash and asking if there would be anything else. If you are looking for a relaxing, semi-quiet evening, we did get a bit noise on the front end of the ship, to share with friends, think about a nice sunset cruise.

We had a wonderful ride and took many beautiful photos。 The captain and his crew were professional…read moreand entertaining.

What else do I say about Wakebusters besides the fact that they are THE best in Tahoe?? This is our…read more7th year using Wakebusters and every time it's been amazing. We love the slides, the fact that we can grill, the kids can use the lily pad and jump off the 2nd deck of the boat. The Captains are so amazing we have loved every single one of them. Joe was out this time around and he was fantastic. Don't think about using another company! Wakebusters for life!!!!!!!

Tahoe wakebusters is awesome! We had such a fun time cruising around on the boat and jumping in the…read morewater. Awesome event for a bachelor party

Best Lake Tahoe boat tour. If you're looking to tour South Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay by boat, this…read moreis it! Captain Jason was so personable and made the tour so fun. We will definitely be booking with this company again.

We had an absolute blast with Tahoe Emerald Bliss Boat Tours! From the moment we stepped aboard, it…read morewas smooth sailing--literally and figuratively. Captain Jason was the MVP of the lake: part tour guide, part chill-vibes guru, and 100% delightful. He knew all the fun facts and hidden gems, but never made it feel like a lecture--more like boating with a very well-informed friend. Emerald Bay was a dream. We swam, we lounged, we soaked up the sun like vacation pros. The views were so beautiful. If you're looking for a relaxing, fun-filled afternoon with just the right amount of adventure, this is your boat. 10/10 would float again.

A perfect way to experience the Lake! We opted for the private charter 26' luxury boat for July…read more4th! It was a perfectly clear morning cruise with Captain Bryan in Emerald Bay. He was a great guide and catered our time to accommodate a quick swim off the boat in addition to sightseeing. I appreciate that BayWatch was clear and upfront about additional holiday charges and communicated well about possible traffic during this busy holiday weekend to make sure we didn't miss out on our time slot. Highly recommend as they are one of the few that offer boats that can accommodate 12 passengers compared to other options!

Used this company for my bachelorette boat trip. It was amazing!…read more Bryan was very communicative, and a fun captain! Very accommodating. Would 100% use this company again! Everyone had a ball