Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

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US$111.36 per guest

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

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Location

Douglas (Nevada)

Duration

2 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 10 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Other

Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Emerald Bay on Lake Tahoe's largest cruise ship. Discover the history, view Vikingsholm Castle, and enjoy the ride with lunch options and stunning panoramas. A perfect day out!

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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 your 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.

What You Get

Audio Guide

All Fees and Taxes

On-board restrooms

Restroom on board

Self Parking ($12)

Good To Know

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.
Please plan to arrive at the boat dock to check in 30 minutes prior to your departure
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Lake Tahoe Cruises / MS Dixie II

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.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Fannette Island (Pass By)

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.

Emerald Bay State Park (Pass By)

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

Zephyr Cove (Pass By)

Directly from our mile-long sandy, pine-tree covered shores, there is something for everyone at Zephyr Cove Marina.

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point

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Pickup Details

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.

Meeting Point

Zephyr Cove Marina, U.S. 50, Douglas County Nevada, United States, US, 89448

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Located along Highway 50 approximately five miles from Heavenly Village, guests should turn into the parking lot for Zephyr Cove Resort. Guests should park and proceed to check in at the boat dock, which is directly northwest of the Zephyr Cove Resort main lodge and restaurant.

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.5

based on 887 reviews

(Viator)

It was ok.

September 04, 2026

Most of the cruise is crossing the lake rather than a coastline cruise. Weather will make a huge difference. We had a mostly cloudy, windy and cooler day.

(TripAdvisor)

Give our bus driver his own tour of Tahoe and count the money!

September 04, 2026

When I speak well of our guide, I mean our bus driver! What a wealth of experience and knowledge this man had. Oh, and a Super Bowl ring! The lake cruise was nice as it was a sunny, gorgeous day on...read more