Ages 6 and Up • Approx. 3 Hour Experience • Up to 16 People!
Includes: Cruise to Emerald Bay, walking tour of Vikingsholm Castle, and light appetizers
Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm (check in at 2:45pm)
Days: Sundays – Saturdays (June – mid September)
Location: Leaving from Tahoe Keys Marina, 2435 Venice Drive East, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Cruises and Tours to Emerald Bay and the Vikingsholm Castle are finished on September 14th. See private cruises below for other options.
Due to repairs going on at the Vikingsholm Castle, the tour inside has changed this year. Areas not previous visited are open now but accessed by a narrow and steep staircase. Mobility challenged guests should be aware.
Want to visit Vikingsholm Castle in Emerald Bay without the long hike? Join us aboard our beautiful 1950 wood cruiser, the Tahoe, and visit Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm Castle by boat!
This cruise operates in partnership with the Sierra State Parks Foundation. The cruise departs from Tahoe Keys Marina, seven days a week at 3:15PM and returns around 6:15PM. You will travel to beautiful Emerald Bay, where the Captain will share some of Tahoe’s most interesting facts and history, setting the stage for the Vikingsholm Castle Walking Tour. Keep your eyes open for wildlife as Eagles and Ospreys, and the occasional Black Bear may be seen.
Once docked in Emerald Bay, you will disembark and begin your tour of the Vikingsholm Castle with a Sierra State Parks Foundation tour guide. This walking tour will last approximately 30 minutes.
Cruise is offered 7 days a week, May through mid September this year. Cruise schedules frequently change, so check the calendar right here on the page, or call us at (775) 230-8907 if your desired date is unavailable.
Ages 12 and Up • Approx. 3.5 Hour Experience • Up to 16 People!
Includes: Cruise through Emerald Bay and up Tahoe’s West Shore, exploring the movie’s filming locations.
Time: 11:00am – 2:30pm (check in at 10:45am)
Days: Sundays – Saturdays (June – mid September)
Location: Leaving from Tahoe Keys Marina, 2435 Venice Drive East, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Experience Lake Tahoe’s 4-million year history of geology, people, and the mob’s creation of the gaming industry. While cruising through Emerald Bay and up Tahoe’s West shoreline the movie’s filming location, you’ll learn why Francis Ford Coppola filmed Godfather Part II in Lake Tahoe. Learn more at The Godfather Crime Tour!
Ages 6 and Up • Approx. 6 Hour Experience • Up to 16 People!
Includes: Cruise to to North America’s Premier Wooden Boat Show – The Lake Tahoe Concours D’Elegance. Admission to show included!
Time: Friday, August 7, 2026: 10:00am – 4:00pm | Saturday, August 8, 2026: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Leaving from Tahoe Keys Marina, 2435 Venice Drive East, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Join us for a cruise to North America’s Premier Wooden Boat Show – The Lake Tahoe Concours D’Elegance. Two days only – August 7th & 8th. Cruise over to the show on a true classic wooden boat. The Tahoe is celebrating its 76th year of cruising these beautiful blue waters. What better way to experience this yourself than to cruise with us to the wooden boat show. See details below for everything that’s included in your day.
Book for either Friday, August 7th at 9 am or Saturday, August 8th at 12 pm. These are separate cruises that require a purchase of one cruise, or both if you would like to go both days.
What’s Included:
Ages 6 and Up • Approx. 2 Hour Experience • Up to 18 People!
Includes: Private cruise to route or destination of your choice, light appetizers included
Time: Departures at 9:00AM and 12:00PM
Dates: Sunday – Saturdays (June – October)
Location: Leaving from Tahoe Keys Marina, 2435 Venice Drive East, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Discover the freedom and exclusivity of a private cruise on Lake Tahoe aboard our elegant 1950 wood cruiser, the Tahoe. Enjoy a personalized adventure where you decide the destinations, perfect for creating unforgettable memories with friends and family.
Our private cruises last two hours and offer the flexibility to explore any part of the lake you desire. Whether you wish to visit the iconic Emerald Bay, the historic Thunderbird Lodge, or the serene waters of Rubicon Bay, the choice is yours. Your captain will share fascinating facts and history about Lake Tahoe, enhancing your custom experience.
Embrace the opportunity to tailor your journey, from relaxing in secluded coves to capturing the stunning vistas of Tahoe’s shoreline. The possibilities are endless, making each cruise a unique and personalized adventure.
Private cruises are available 7 days a week, May through September. To plan your perfect cruise, check our calendar for availability or call us at (775) 230-8907 to book your custom Tahoe experience.
