Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise
Description
Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This one-of-a-kind paddle wheeler will take you on an unforgettable journey through world-famous Emerald Bay. Learn how the bay was formed, hear tales about Fanette Island, and see the amazing Vikingsholm Castle, the prominent stone mansion on its shores. Enjoy the breathtaking views from outside or relax with our climate controlled indoor seating. Lunch and full bar service are available for purchase throughout your adventure. This 2.25-hour scenic daytime cruise offers fabulous photo opportunities, sunshine, and fresh Lake Tahoe air, which has a way of invigorating everyone around.
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Itinerary
To truly experience Lake Tahoe, take a trip aboard the M.S. Dixie II, a paddle-wheel boat that plies the lake’s stunning, cobalt-blue waters.
Fannette is the only island to be found in all of Lake Tahoe. It is located in beautiful Emerald Bay on the west shore of the lake. A sparsely timbered, brush covered upthrust of granite that rises 150 feet above the water, Fannette Island was not always known by that name. During the past 100 years it has been known as Coquette, Fannette, Baranoff, Dead Man's, Hermit's, and Emerald Isle. Fannette was the name that finally stuck.
With its rugged shoreline and blue-green water, Emerald Bay is one of the most photographed places in the world. Vikingsholm, a replica of a Scandinavian castle (800 A.D.), is part of the park. The building is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian
Directly from our mile-long sandy, pine-tree covered shores, there is something for everyone at Zephyr Cove Marina.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Shuttle Service & Parking: Please note parking on site can be busy on weekends and holidays, so we offer guests complimentary shuttle service that picks up and drops off at several area hotels. Please see below for information about individual pickup locations: • Lakeland Village (3535 Lake Tahoe Blvd): Shuttle arrives 80 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the designated bus stop in parking area. Look for sign. • Hotel Azure (3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd): Shuttle arrives 75 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the parking area on Freemont St. • 3 Peaks (9321 Park Ave): Shuttle arrives 65 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the main entrance, adjacent to the lobby. • Station House (901 Park Ave): Shuttle arrives 65 minutes prior to cruise departure. Pick-up on Pine Blvd. Ask front desk for directions. • The Landing (4104 Lakeshore Blvd): Shuttle arrives 60 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the main entrance, adjacent to the lobby. • Harrah's Casino - Lake Tahoe, CA (15 US 50): Shuttle arrives 55 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the rear entrance near the arcade. • Harvey’s Lake Tahoe – Lake Tahoe, CA (18 Hwy 50): Shuttle arrives 55 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the bus loading area nearby the main lobby. • Golden Nugget (50 Hwy 50): Shuttle arrives 45 minutes prior to cruise departure. Meet at the valet entrance at the main lobby.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please plan to arrive at the boat dock to check in 30 minutes prior to your departure
- If using our complimentary shuttle service, please plan additional time for pickup and drop off. Please see Meeting & pickup section for specific times from each location.
Reviews(729)
Bus pickup was on time. It seems like you can't say no to the picture taking at the entrance, but getting on the Dixie was easy going. Enough seats inside and out. The views were amazing and the narrative was a good history
Great tour of Emerald Bay. The boat and staff were great. Boarding and getting of the boat was relatively easy. I would recommend this vendor.
This cruise is definitely one to take for its breathtaking views and the pleasure of enjoying a delicious lunch.
Everyone was so friendly and helpful. To do much walking at all I have to use a walker. The bus driver was great to take my walker and put it up front and give me all the time I needed to get in when we got to the boat there was a wait but it went very well. Getting on the boat;everyone was helpful in getting up the ramp. I would certainly recommend taking this cruise.
A very nice way to see emerald bay. Boat goes slow so we were able to appreciate the scenery and take pictures. Good commentary but could have been a little louder.
A must see. Great trip and well organized. Very pleasant trip and the surroundings were beautiful. Bus service was nice with a creat driver.
Its definitely worth it amazing views the boat takes you to emerald bay and turn around not to long just long enough to embrace the experience
Fun afternoon! Be sure to dress in layers - warm at first but wind is cool. Didn't have any of the food but was available and looked great. Plenty of seating outside or inside if preferred.
Travels across the lake and then along a little of the coastline...disappointed that it spent so much time crossing the lake but, it was still beautiful. Glad we went. Pleasantly surprised that the food we ordered...fish and chips...was so good. Did not expect that quality of food or preparation.
Great cruise experience, organized well, the crew are friendly and helpful, I strongly recommend this cruise to the first time vistors
