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We compared all 57 experiences in Lake Tahoe so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.9 57 experiences from US$ 11.99 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler Tour
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Most booked
Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler TourCruise the M.S. Dixie II paddle wheeler through Emerald Bay past Vikingsholm Castle and Fannette Island. Includes audio guide and lunch. Departs Zephyr Cove Marina.
985 reviews
4.59★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
2
Pickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 116per person
Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your pace
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★Top rated
Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your paceRent an e-bike in Incline Village and ride the Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail to Sand Harbor at your own speed, with helmets, water and parking included.
353 reviews
4.88★
Duration
2h–4h
start times · Every day
12
Season until 29 NovLive guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 100per person
Clear Kayak Tour Lake Tahoe: Paddle Sand Harbor
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Best value
Clear Kayak Tour Lake Tahoe: Paddle Sand HarborPaddle a clear kayak at Lake Tahoe's Sand Harbor with a lifeguard-certified guide, carbon fiber paddles and all gear included.
272 reviews
4.74★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESInstant confirmationfromUS$ 150per person

Recommended (7)

Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Emerald Bay in 10–12 Minutes
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Travelers' pick
Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Emerald Bay in 10–12 Minutes
234 reviews
4.83★
Duration
10m–12m
fromUS$ 139per person
Yosemite Valley Day Tour: Half Dome, Waterfalls, Mono Lake
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Travelers' pick
Yosemite Valley Day Tour: Half Dome, Waterfalls, Mono Lake
207 reviews
4.89★
Duration
14h
fromUS$ 270per person
Truckee River Boca-Floriston Run: Class III Whitewater
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Travelers' pick
Truckee River Boca-Floriston Run: Class III Whitewater
199 reviews
4.81★
Duration
3h 30m
fromUS$ 128per person
South Lake Tahoe: Snowshoe Tour on Quiet Trails & Private Views
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South Lake Tahoe: Snowshoe Tour on Quiet Trails & Private Views
196 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
fromUS$ 110per person
Lake Tahoe: 6-Hour Van Tour, Film Sites & Sand Harbor
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Lake Tahoe: 6-Hour Van Tour, Film Sites & Sand Harbor
193 reviews
4.88★
Duration
6h
fromUS$ 230per person
Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe
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Travelers' pick
Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe
191 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
fromUS$ 642per group
Lake Tahoe Circle Tour: All-the-way-around views from Emerald Bay
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Lake Tahoe Circle Tour: All-the-way-around views from Emerald Bay
177 reviews
4.72★
Duration
7h 30m
fromUS$ 70per person

Top rated (4)

Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road Trails
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Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road TrailsRide dual-motor electric dirtbikes on Lake Tahoe's hidden backcountry trails with instruction and protective gear included, no experience needed.
126 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h–3h
Every day
11:30
Live guide EN · DE · IT · FR +1Free cancellationfromUS$ 200per person
Clear Kayak Paddling Lake Tahoe from Incline Village
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Clear Kayak Paddling Lake Tahoe from Incline VillagePaddle a transparent kayak on Lake Tahoe and see 65 feet down through the hull as you glide from Sand Harbor to Bonsai Rock. The boat, guide.
162 reviews
4.77★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Season until 30 NovLive guide ENfromUS$ 191per person
E-Bike Ride on Lake Tahoe's East Shore Bike Path
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Travelers' pick
E-Bike Ride on Lake Tahoe's East Shore Bike PathRide an e-bike on Lake Tahoe's East Shore Bike Path from Incline to Sand Harbor with electric assist up the hills. Pick up your bike.
105 reviews
4.67★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
25
Instant confirmationfromUS$ 100per person
Virginia City day trip from South Lake Tahoe: Train ride included
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Virginia City day trip from South Lake Tahoe: Train ride includedDay trip from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City with Virginia & Truckee Railroad train ride, air-conditioned shuttle transport and hotel pickup.
176 reviews
4.20★
Duration
7h
Next departure: 3 Jun 2027Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 80per person

Lowest price (10)

Lake Tahoe Eastern Shore Driving Tour: Self-Guided
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Lake Tahoe Eastern Shore Driving Tour: Self-GuidedDrive Lake Tahoe's eastern shore from Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe with a VoiceMap audio guide covering Pony Express history.
23 reviews
4.09★
Duration
1h–1h 30m
Every dayFree cancellationfromUS$ 11.99per group
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: Explore at Your Pace
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Travelers' pick
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: Explore at Your PaceSelf-guided audio driving tour of Lake Tahoe with 275+ stops, GPS-triggered commentary and offline access: download once and tour whenever you want, at your own speed.
28 reviews
4.71★
Duration
8h–16h
Every dayFree cancellationfromUS$ 16.99per group
Alex Ramon Magic Show Ticket: , Lake Tahoe
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Travelers' pick
Alex Ramon Magic Show Ticket: , Lake TahoeAlex Ramon Magic Show at Harrah's Lake Tahoe combines illusions, humor and audience interaction in an evening performance. Highly rated by audiences.
81 reviews
4.91★
Duration
1h 31m
Every day
19:30
Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Lake Tahoe hike to Emerald Bay overlook: 2 miles, year-round
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Lake Tahoe hike to Emerald Bay overlook: 2 miles, year-roundHike 2 miles to an overlook above Emerald Bay and Lake Tahoe basin with a local guide. Year-round departures include sunrise, sunset.
50 reviews
4.96★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day except Tuesday
2
Season until 20 NovLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 64per person
Lake Tahoe Sunset Kayak Tour: West Shore & Dusk Paddle
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Travelers' pick
Lake Tahoe Sunset Kayak Tour: West Shore & Dusk PaddleSunset kayak tour on Lake Tahoe's West Shore, 2 hours before dusk. Includes kayak, life jacket, guide sharing lake history. All fitness levels.
31 reviews
4.77★
Duration
2h
Next departure: 1 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Lake Tahoe Sunset Kayak Tour: Emerald Bay & West Shore
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Travelers' pick
Lake Tahoe Sunset Kayak Tour: Emerald Bay & West ShoreSunset kayak on Lake Tahoe with guide, paddling instruction, and views of Emerald Bay. Launch 2 hours before sunset from Lakeview Commons. Small groups, all fitness levels.
19 reviews
4.74★
Duration
2h 5m
Next departure: 1 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 79per person
Lake Tahoe kayak tour from South Lake Tahoe: Wildlife and peaks
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Likely to sell out
Lake Tahoe kayak tour from South Lake Tahoe: Wildlife and peaksPaddle Lake Tahoe's shoreline on a 2.5-hour guided kayak tour from South Lake Tahoe, passing Secret Beach wildlife preserve and Emerald Bay peaks.
27 reviews
4.89★
Duration
2h 30m
Next departure: 15 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Lake Tahoe West Shore: 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour & Stories
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Likely to sell out
Lake Tahoe West Shore: 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour & StoriesGuided kayak tour on Lake Tahoe's West Shore from Tahoe City. Includes kayak, life jacket, paddle, and guide. Small groups, families welcome.
32 reviews
4.72★
Duration
2h 30m
Next departure: 15 May 2027Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Tahoe National Forest Moonlight Snowshoe Tour: Under Starry Sky
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Tahoe National Forest Moonlight Snowshoe Tour: Under Starry SkySnowshoe through Tahoe National Forest under the moon with a guide who points out constellations using a laser: the snow reflects enough light.
16 reviews
4.75★
Duration
2h
Mon–Wed
19:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
South Lake Tahoe Hiking Adventure: Hidden Trails Exploration
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South Lake Tahoe Hiking Adventure: Hidden Trails ExplorationGuided hiking tour through South Lake Tahoe's pine forests on hidden trails. Photographer guides capture shots while you trek for 2.5 hours in small.
28 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 30m
Every day
10:00
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
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Lake Tahoe at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03

  • Most booked: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler Tour, US$ 116 (2h–3h, 4.59★ · 985).
  • Top rated: Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your pace, US$ 100 (2h–4h, 4.88★ · 353).
  • Best value: Clear Kayak Tour Lake Tahoe: Paddle Sand Harbor, US$ 150 (2h 30m, 4.74★ · 272).

Of the 57 experiences: 46 with free cancellation, 44 with instant confirmation, 10 with hotel pickup and 29 bookable last-minute.

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