Lake Tahoe Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler Tour, US$ 116 per person (2h–3h, 4.59★ · 997).
- Top rated: Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road Trails, US$ 200 per person (2h–3h, 5.00★ · 126).
- Best value: Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your pace, US$ 100 per person (2h–4h, 4.88★ · 353).
Price per person across the 27 options priced per person: US$ 69–US$ 3,059 (median US$ 149). With 100+ reviews: 9 of 37.
Of the 37 options: 33 with live guides in English, 30 with free cancellation, 29 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup, 12 kid-friendly, 13 private and 17 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Lake Tahoe Tours
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37 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler Tour Cruise 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. Every day · 12:00 and 18:30 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.59 (997 reviews) Duration: 2h–3h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 116 per person
Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your pace Rent 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. Every day · 12 start times, 09:00 to 14:00 · Season until 29 Nov · From age 12 ★ 4.88 (353 reviews) Duration: 2h–4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Emerald Bay in 10–12 Minutes Feel the rush of a Lake Tahoe helicopter tour over Emerald Bay, Fallen Leaf Lake, and Taylor Creek. Includes live commentary, noise-reducing headsets. Every day · Every 20 min, 08:00 to 18:00 · All ages ★ 4.83 (235 reviews) Duration: 10m–12m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 139 per person
Lake Tahoe Circle Tour: All-the-way-around views from Emerald Bay Full-day Lake Tahoe loop visiting Emerald Bay and Palisades Tahoe with lunch in Tahoe City. Local guide and hotel pickup included. Next departure: 20 Apr 2027 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.71 (180 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road Trails Ride dual-motor electric dirtbikes on Lake Tahoe's hidden backcountry trails with instruction and protective gear included, no experience needed. Every day · 11:30 · Ages 16–85 ★ 5.00 (126 reviews) Duration: 2h–3h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 200 per person
Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe Private Lake Tahoe tour with captain exploring Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls, Rubicon cliffs and lakeside estates, includes cooler and refreshments. Next departure: 1 May 2027 ★ 4.99 (191 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 642 per group
South Lake Tahoe: Snowshoe Tour on Quiet Trails & Private Views Trade the crowds for quiet trails on a guided snowshoe adventure in South Lake Tahoe: includes premium gear, pro guide, and avalanche-safe routes. Limited spots. Every day · 10:00 and 12:00 · From age 6 ★ 4.99 (196 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Lake Tahoe: 6-Hour Van Tour, Film Sites & Sand Harbor Circle Lake Tahoe in a small group van tour: see film sites, Emerald Bay, Sand Harbor, and more with a local guide. Includes snacks, drinks, and parking fees. Thu–Sun · 09:00 ★ 4.88 (193 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 230 per person
Sunset Hike and Photography Adventure in South Lake Tahoe Two-hour sunset hike in South Lake Tahoe with a guide who photographs you while you shoot the lake and mountains at golden hour: small group, all skill levels welcome. Every day · 16:00, 17:30 and 18:00 · From age 6 ★ 4.94 (85 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 125 per person
Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: South Shore & Emerald Bay 20-minute helicopter tour of Lake Tahoe's south shore, Emerald Bay, and Zephyr Cove with noise-reducing headsets and live English commentary from the air. Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 18:00 ★ 4.85 (71 reviews) Duration: 20m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 208 per person
Lake Tahoe half-day tour from Reno: Emerald Bay & alpine views Half-day morning tour from Reno to Lake Tahoe with hotel pickup, visiting Emerald Bay State Park, Cave Rock, and Mt. Rose Highway overlook. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 5.00 (49 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 240 per person
Clear Kayak Paddling Lake Tahoe from Incline Village Paddle 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. Every day · 10:00 · Season until 30 Nov · From age 6 ★ 4.77 (162 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN from US$ 191 per person
Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: Explore at Your Pace Self-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. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.71 (28 reviews) Duration: 8h–16h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 16.99 per group
Private Emerald Bay boat cruise Lake Tahoe: Up to 12 guests Private boat charter on Lake Tahoe for up to 12 guests with captain, stereo and floating lily pad. Anchor at Emerald Bay to swim, eat or just float for 2 hours. Next departure: 7 May 2027 ★ 4.63 (52 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 650 per group
South Lake Tahoe Hiking Adventure: Hidden Trails Exploration Guided 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. Every day · 10:00 · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (28 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
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Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: 72-Mile Shoreline Circle Fly the entire 72-mile shoreline of Lake Tahoe in 45 minutes with live commentary and noise-reducing headsets. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 18:00 · All ages ★ 5.00 (25 reviews) Duration: 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 485 per person
Lake Tahoe Progressive Dinner Tour: Chef-Led 4 Courses Chef-led progressive dinner across three Lake Tahoe restaurants with four courses, local history and golden-hour lake views. 2.5 hours in Heavenly Village and Stateline. Every day · 17:30 · From age 13 ★ 4.92 (24 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 189 per person
Lake Tahoe Eastern Shore Driving Tour: Self-Guided Drive Lake Tahoe's eastern shore from Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe with a VoiceMap audio guide covering Pony Express history. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.09 (23 reviews) Duration: 1h–1h 30m ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 11.99 per group
Compare 19 more options for Lake Tahoe Tours
From US$ 69 per person · 1 h to 2 days
Lake Tahoe Sunset Kayak Tour: Emerald Bay & West Shore Sunset 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. Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 18 ★ 4.74 (19 reviews) Duration: 2h 5m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 79 per person
Lake Tahoe Boat Tour: Private Captained Cruise to Emerald Bay Private captained boat tour of Lake Tahoe with stops at Emerald Bay, Meeks Bay, Rubicon Bay and Rooster Rock. Includes floating loungers. Every day · Every 1 h, 09:00 to 14:00 ★ 5.00 (12 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,200 per group
Lake Tahoe kayak tour from South Lake Tahoe: Wildlife and peaks Paddle 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. Next departure: 15 May 2027 · From age 5 ★ 4.89 (27 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 89 per person
Lake Tahoe Pontoon Rental: 4 Hours on a Luxury Bennington Rent a 2025 Bennington pontoon for four hours on Lake Tahoe with a live guide in English or Spanish. Swim, paddleboard, and bring your own food and drinks, or add a barbecue. Every day · 09:00, 13:00 and 17:00 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,700 per group
Lake Tahoe North Shore: Self-Guided Bike Rental & Lakeshore Path Rent a bike in Incline Village and ride Lake Tahoe's car-free Lakeshore path to Sand Harbor. Full day, helmet and map included, all fitness levels. Next departure: 15 Apr 2027 · All ages ★ 4.78 (9 reviews) Duration: 1h–12h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 69 per person
Lake Tahoe: Evening LED Clear Kayak Tour at Dusk Evening LED kayak tour on Lake Tahoe at dusk with illuminated clear kayaks, guide & safety gear. 1.5 hours, suitable for families, includes water & snacks. Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 6 ★ 4.86 (29 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN from US$ 178 per person
Via Ferrata Adventure North Lake Tahoe: 800-foot cliff climb Climb an 800-foot rock face above Olympic Valley with steel cables and rungs. Our guides lead beginners and experienced climbers to the summit. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 15:00 · From age 10 ★ 5.00 (23 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 199 per person
ATV Riding Lake Tahoe: Guided Backcountry to Hidden Alpine Lake Ride ATVs through Lake Tahoe backcountry on a guided adventure to a hidden alpine lake, with shuttle, safety briefing. Next departure: 14 Jun 2027 · Pickup available · Ages 18–70 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 319 per person
4 Hour Lake Tahoe Boat Tour: Private Captained Excursion Private Lake Tahoe boat tour with captain expertise, swimming stops at Emerald Bay, Meeks Bay, Rubicon Bay and Rooster Rock with floating loungers. Fri–Sun · 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 2h–4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,600 per group
Lake Tahoe Chef-Led Brunch Tour: Heavenly Village Food & History Chef-led brunch walking tour through Heavenly Village and Stateline with tastings at four local restaurants, local history, and a lakeside mimosa or mocktail to finish. Fri–Sun · 10:00 · From age 13 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 149 per person
Lake Tahoe East Shore Boat Tour: 1958 Classic Wooden Boat Private Lake Tahoe east shore cruise on a restored 1958 wooden boat with captain, stopping at Cave Rock and Glenbrook to learn the geology and history. Next departure: 15 May 2027 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 975 per group
Lake Tahoe guided nature hike: Ridge-line views with local expert Guided hike on Lake Tahoe ridge-line trails with shuttle to trailhead, expert local guide sharing forest conservation insights. Next departure: 1 Apr 2027 · Pickup available · From age 5 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Clear Kayak Lake Tahoe: See 75 Feet Down Paddle a completely clear kayak on Lake Tahoe with a guide, water shuttle to a secluded cove, and views of the Sierra Nevada: all in one 3-hour activity from South Lake Tahoe. Next departure: 1 Jun 2027 · From age 4 ★ 5.00 (7 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN from US$ 281 per person
Lake Tahoe Water Sports: Wake Surfing, Wakeboarding & Tubing Lake Tahoe water sports activity with wake surfing, wakeboarding, water skis and tubing for all skill levels. Expert instruction. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,280 per group
Yosemite & Lake Tahoe 2-Day Private Adventure Tour Private 2-day tour from San Francisco through Yosemite Valley and Lake Tahoe with a driver and guide, park entry included. Every day · Every 30 min, 04:00 to 10:00 · Hotel pickup Duration: 2d Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,700 per group
Lake Tahoe Brunch Tour with Chef-Guide: History & Tastings Walk through Al Tahoe with a local chef-guide, tasting brunch at four neighborhood restaurants while learning the Gold Rush stories and architecture. Mon–Thu · 10:00 · From age 18 Duration: 2h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 149 per person
Lake Tahoe Sunset Snowshoe Trek: Alpine Views with Hot Drinks Three-hour guided snowshoe trek through Lake Tahoe's winter forests and meadows, timed for sunset over the Sierra Nevada peaks with provided equipment and hot drinks. Every day · 14:30, 15:00, 15:30 and 16:00 · From age 8 Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 122 per person
2-Day Private Lake Tahoe Tour from San Francisco Two-day private tour from San Francisco with hotel, guide and transport included: drive the Sierra Nevada, choose your own activities each day. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN from US$ 3,059 per person
Lake Tahoe 1-Day Private Tour from San Francisco Private 12-hour tour from San Francisco to Lake Tahoe's Sierra peaks, Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm Castle and North Shore. Pickup and state park fees included. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 18 Duration: 12h Live guide: EN from US$ 1,230 per person
The top 12 of 37 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler TourOur pickPickup offered | US$ 116 per person | 2h–3h | 4.59★ · 997 | Every day · 12:00 and 18:30 | — |
| Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road TrailsTop ratedGroup of up to 10 | US$ 200 per person | 2h–3h | 5.00★ · 126 | Every day · 11:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Lake Tahoe East Shore Trail e-bike tour: Self-guided at your paceBest value | US$ 100 per person | 2h–4h | 4.88★ · 353 | Every day · 12 start times, 09:00 to 14:00 · Season until 29 Nov | English |
| Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Emerald Bay in 10–12 MinutesPrivate | US$ 139 per person | 10m–12m | 4.83★ · 235 | Every day · Every 20 min, 08:00 to 18:00 | English |
| Lake Tahoe Circle Tour: All-the-way-around views from Emerald BayPickup offered | US$ 70 per person | 7h 30m | 4.71★ · 180 | Next departure: 20 Apr 2027 | English |
| Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake TahoePrivate | US$ 642 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 107 per person if 6 go | 2h | 4.99★ · 191 | Next departure: 1 May 2027 | English |
| South Lake Tahoe: Snowshoe Tour on Quiet Trails & Private Views | US$ 110 per person | 2h | 4.99★ · 196 | Every day · 10:00 and 12:00 | English, Spanish |
| Lake Tahoe: 6-Hour Van Tour, Film Sites & Sand HarborGroup of up to 14 | US$ 230 per person | 6h | 4.88★ · 193 | Thu–Sun · 09:00 | English |
| Sunset Hike and Photography Adventure in South Lake TahoeGroup of up to 15 | US$ 125 per person | 2h | 4.94★ · 85 | Every day · 16:00, 17:30 and 18:00 | English, Spanish |
| Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: South Shore & Emerald BayPrivate | US$ 208 per person | 20m | 4.85★ · 71 | Every day · Every 30 min, 08:00 to 18:00 | English |
| Lake Tahoe half-day tour from Reno: Emerald Bay & alpine viewsGroup of up to 13 · Pickup offered | US$ 240 per person | 5h | 5.00★ · 49 | Every day · 08:00 | English |
| Clear Kayak Paddling Lake Tahoe from Incline VillageGroup of up to 6 | US$ 191 per person | 2h 30m | 4.77★ · 162 | Every day · 10:00 · Season until 30 Nov | English |
By what you need
- Private (13): Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Emerald Bay in 10–12 Minutes (US$ 139 per person) · Private Yacht-Class Boat Tour on Lake Tahoe (US$ 642 per group) · Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: South Shore & Emerald Bay (US$ 208 per person)
- Small groups (up to 15) (14): Electric Dirtbike Adventure Lake Tahoe: Off-Road Trails (US$ 200 per person) · Lake Tahoe: 6-Hour Van Tour, Film Sites & Sand Harbor (US$ 230 per person) · Sunset Hike and Photography Adventure in South Lake Tahoe (US$ 125 per person)
- With pickup (8): Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Paddle Wheeler Tour (US$ 116 per person) · Lake Tahoe Circle Tour: All-the-way-around views from Emerald Bay (US$ 70 per person) · Lake Tahoe half-day tour from Reno: Emerald Bay & alpine views (US$ 240 per person)