H
Awesome boat tour!
The private boat tour with our Captain George was spectacular. He was a great captain and told us a lot about the history and made it really fun for the four of us. I would highly recommend this tour. Great views!
2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $499 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 31 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meet your boat captain RIGHT AT THE BOAT. Once parked look for large flagpole, go to right corner of parking lot near flagpole & right of boat ramp, proceed past white shack down the Rubicon Dock. Look for a blue “Boat Tahoe” flag. Important: Arrive AT BOAT 20 minutes prior to scheduled time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Lake Tahoe
Description
Enjoy a sunset tour of Lake Tahoe! Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours choose from a day of cruising the lake while visiting Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park and more or enjoying a more action packed day of tubing, wakeboarding or water skiing. Our US Coast Guard licensed captains can cater your tour to your exact needs! Book your adventure today and enjoy an amazing day on Lake Tahoe! * Groups over 6 passengers please make sure to read additional info below in the listing. All passengers (including children) count towards max capacity of booking.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your captain will take you to some of the most scenic spots on Lake Tahoe. Choose from scenic location such as Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park and more or take on some watersports with tubing, water skiing and wakeboarding. If you have a special request for what to see just let your captain know and if time and weather allows we'll adjust the itinerary to fit your request!
Highlights
Bottled water
Watersports Equipment
USCG Certified Captain
Gas
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Watersports Equipment
USCG Certified Captain
Gas
Not included
Feel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages if 21 or older
Bring any food or snacks you would like. We just ask that you don't choose anything that will be TOO messy.
No Pets
Captain Fee | Per USCG Law For Groups Over 6 People Only | 100 USD Per Hour Due Upon Arrival
Traveller Ratings
5.0
31 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please Read - Additional Cost For Groups Of 7+ Passengers: Per US Coast Guard regulation, for groups of 7 or more passengers, the cost of the captain cannot be included in the charter fee and is not included in the amount paid at the time of booking. An additional 100 USD per hour is due upon arrival and must be paid directly to the captain via cash, Venmo or Zelle. This is only for groups of 7 or more passengers. For groups of 6 or less all costs are included at the time of booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain take?
2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain cost?
Prices start at $499 per person for this Lake Tahoe experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your boat captain RIGHT AT THE BOAT. Once parked look for large flagpole, go to right corner of parking lot near flagpole & right of boat ramp, proceed past white shack down the Rubicon Dock. Look for a blue “Boat Tahoe” flag. Important: Arrive AT BOAT 20 minutes prior to scheduled time. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter With Captain worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 31 verified reviews; it is run by Boat Tahoe. Most-mentioned highlights: Bottled water; Watersports Equipment; USCG Certified Captain.
Reviews(31)
S
Fantastic Trip.
Well worth having a captain to guide you to the sweet spots out in the lake! Our captain was very knowledgeable, easy going and made the experience fun for our whole family. “Must Do” experience!!
S
Awesome Experience
The lake tour was an awesome experience. Our captain was great! He was fun and knowledgeable. Great time!
5
Perfect sunset cruise
Great sunset cruise on Lake Tahoe. We boarded around 6:30 after an 80 degree day so the temp was still warm as we left but it got cooler as the sun set so be sure to bring a jacket if you go late spring.
Operator response
Glad you had a great time & thanks for sharing the tip of bringing a jacket! Tahoe can get a little chillier in the evening and we do supply blankets as well! Thanks again & hope to see you again soon!
L
Spectacular sunset cruise!
Don’t miss this- highlight of our visit to Tahoe. Sunset cruise will knock your socks off! Brandon did a great job showing us the lake.
J
Excellent Experience
Excellent experience! We had such a fun evening on the lake celebrating a beautiful bride. The views were spectacular.
R
Breathtaking Views
It was my wife's 60th birthday and I wanted to get her something really special. Viator had this 2 Hour Private Sunset Boat Charter. It wasn't too expensive and the boat/Captain was all ours for two hours. He took us around the Lake and showed us special areas. Then he took us to an area where we could see the last splinters of sunshine glimmer away (see photo). It was amazing!
H
Wonderful
Zach was great :) Very informative and friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested. Thank you
Operator response
Thanks so much for coming out on the lake with us! Glad you had a great experience!
N
Wonderful experience, highly recommend!
We definitely recommend this charter! It was absolutely beautiful cruising on Lake Tahoe and seeing the sunset. The pictures don't do it justice. So peaceful! A new vantage point to enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe. Zack was friendly and engaging. He gave us some interesting facts about Lake Tahoe and pointed out some beaches and hikes that we need to try out. The whole family enjoyed it and it was the highlight of our annual trip to Lake Tahoe.
Operator response
So happy to hear it was a highlight of your trip! Thanks so much for coming and hope to see you again soon!
H
First Lake Tahoe visit
Excellent experience Fun and captain Brandon is very friendly Enjoyed every single moment. Some of us got to swim as well
Operator response
Glad you had a great time on the lake with Brandon! Thanks so much for coming!
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