Tahoe Cruises at the Ski Run Marina had so many excursions to choose from, from kayaking, jet skis,…read morecruises and power boat rentals of all sizes. My kids chose the 2-hour Class C - 20 feet open Bow Speed Boat ($478). I thought we would have a driver with us to take us out but no.... They showed my kids how the boat operates, took us out to the open water, and let us loose! There was eight of us on board. It was beautiful out on the water, with the rocking waves, and beautiful scenery and sky. But not when you have my kids driving it like a race car on water. We were rocking like crazy and we all got wet. Especially my grandchildren sitting at the front, who were drenched! I told my kids to slow down, but they say, "he said we could floor it." OMG!! The kids had to put on life jackets and the adults were told there are emergency life jackets on board. Well, with my kids enjoying what the boat can do, I threw on my life jacket! I admit, my kids are very responsible drivers on land. They had so much fun driving the boat in the wide open lake. As scared as I was of possibly being overtaken by waves or capsizing, it was an amazing experience, and it felt so good out there. Absolutely beautiful!! I really enjoyed it, and the staff were great. They know exactly what they're doing. The water started to get kind of choppy, so we ventured back towards the shore after an hour, called them on the radio, and staff came out on a dingy to help dock the boat so that we can safely get out. I am so glad I went on this excursion. If you love the water and drifting up and down with the waves, this is a must try!

We had a great time on our Lake Tahoe boat cruise! It was a promotional deal through the Golden…read moreNugget Casino. It included a shuttle ride to Ski Run Blvd Marina where we boarded the Safari Rose. The captain and crew were amazing! They served light hors d'oeuvres, they had a bar on board as well. The views were amazing! We went from the marina to Emerald Bay and back. This is definitely a must try in South Lake! The only hiccup was the delivery of the mobile tickets and there was not a lot of information about how to obtain them. I tried calling all the numbers that were listed through Golden Nugget but no one returned my call. Once this gets ironed out, it would definitely be a 5-star experience.

Excellent tour! Capt. Heather was an awesome guide and captain. She ensured safety and comfort on…read moreboard throughout the entire 4hr trip. It was a bit windy, but she did her best to find calmer areas for us to swim, wakeboard, tube, and enjoy the sights. Will definitely return...awesome operation!

We booked two charters with Lake Tahoe Boat Rides: one with us and the kids and another several…read moredays later with our best friends. The booking process and attention Lyndsay gave with feedback and answering questions was professional and quick. We appreciated the honesty and couldn't have asked for better value in the investment of these memories made! Both charters we were lucky enough to have Captain Heather. When we went out with the kids, she was very patient and kind in helping them learn how to wakeboard. The water was a bit choppy that day, but Captain Heather was gracious enough to find the best possible spots for the kids to have fun! She gave some fun facts as we passed by various locations. When we went out again several days later with our friends, we were happy to have the same level of professionalism and FUN with Captain Heather. She really meshed with our group's vibe and offered us a fun mix of enjoying site-seeing, wakeboarding & tubing, and even a quick stop in at Chamber's Landing! I would absolutely recommend Lake Tahoe Boat Rides and will most definitely book with them again. Thank you to Lyndsay & Heather for being a part of these memories created!!!

One of the best days, if not the best day, I've ever had on a bachelorette trip in my 37 years. If…read moreyou are looking to go on a boat trip in South Tahoe look no further and hire Sorrell and his team.

This was my first time experiencing The Tahoe Experience with a group of friends who have raved…read moreabout their experience from last year and this experience did not disappoint! Bret is extremely generous with his services and included many activities for us to choose from once we reached various points in the lake. Bret gave us free range on where we wanted to go and even gave us recommendations himself based on where the water would be better to swim in as we went during a windy day. The experience was super enjoyable, fun, and relaxing. We got to plug in our own music and as my friends decided to cliff jump, Bret gave me a lesson on paddle boarding as it was my first time. Had a blast paddleboarding and swimming and my friends enjoyed climbing rocks to jump off of into the lake. Bret even gave them a mini lesson on diving into the water. Our time slot was planned out very well as we chose two locations to go to and Bret was more than happy to accommodate our requests on where we wanted to spend most of our time. Cannot wait to continue booking boating experiences with Bret and highly recommend this experience to anyone interested or thinking about booking!

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.

Amazing day on the water with Bryan! We had so much fun, definitely recommend him as your boat…read morecaptain. Knew a lot of history, great spots and kept the vibes going

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!

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 beautiful evening for a cruise to Emerald Bay. We received one free cocktail to further…read moreimprove the ride. The captain was very knowledgeable about the lake and the flora and fauna on shore. He was entertaining and the staff was pleasant. We had a very nice time.

One of our favorite excursions during our Lake Tahoe vacation was aboard the Golden Rose. It was a…read morelittle tricky to find their spot on the marina but we left plenty of time, so not a problem. The captain was welcoming but the star was Kelsey, the sommelier. With only 12 people on our tour, we weren't crowded on the 1953 Cris Craft wooden boat --what a classic! Kelsey gave us 8 different wines that were all high quality, providing a nice overview of each. She is funny and personable. We liked one sample so much we shared a full bottle at the end. The cost was appropriate for the generous number of tasting pours. The sunset tour passed by Camp Richardson then to Emerald Bay, where we got a nice history of the castle and area. It did not feel rushed at all. Definitely recommend this tour!

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.

Personalized our ride with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great time!…read moreThank you Captain Paul!

Great experience renting the 45' Formula Yacht. Website was super easy and correspondence with the…read morecompany was professional, timely, and very friendly. The actual boat was beautiful, spacious, and was perfect for a sunny day on the lake with some random rain (the cabin can be closed to avoid getting wet). Captain Paul and co-captain Ben were both awesome! Definitely will rent from them again!

We had an amazing experience with the Party Boat Crew. The whole team was awesome to be around…read moreduring the celebration of a milestone birthday.

The original boat we requested wasn't available, so they generously accommodated our party of 21…read morefamily members on The Party Boat! Not only is it a beautiful boat, but the captain and crew were amazingly helpful, informative and accommodating. See you next year for another wonderful trip on the Lake!

Russ has been so awesome to work with. from beginning to the end he was easy going, flexible,…read morecommunicative, and accommodating. we went out on a cold day and he tried his hardest to find us the warmest stillest spots. if you're going out on Tahoe and want a great DD thatll party with you, Tahoe Wakebusters is where you need to go. can't wait to use them on a hot summer Tahoe day.

Just do it! These guys are top notch. We had such a blast--took 4 kids out and felt so comfortable…read morewith Jarod. The kids had the time of their lives on the slides/lilly pad and are already asking if we can do it again. We got to swim in the most beautiful water that we wouldn't have had access to if we didn't have the boat or a great captain to show us the way. I've got to admit that I was kind of nervous to go out on the lake with the kids prior to the trip, but I was able to relax quickly after sensing that Jarod clearly had things under control. Feeling safe out on the lake was HUGE for us mamas onboard. We can't thank you enough, Jarod Core memories were for sure made today.