Lake Tahoe’s Top-Rated Provider of Private, Captain-Included Boat Tours & Charters
Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe delivers the ultimate private boating experience on Lake Tahoe. Every charter is captain-included, fully private, and tailored to your group’s perfect day on the water. Explore iconic destinations such as Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, and Sugar Pine Point State Park, or choose an action-packed adventure with wakesurfing, tubing, wakeboarding, or waterskiing. With US Coast Guard–licensed captains who customize every detail to your interests, you’ll experience Lake Tahoe from its most breathtaking and unforgettable perspective. Book your private charter today and discover the lake the way it was meant to be seen.
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Lake Tahoe’s Best Options for Boat Tours & Private Charters
Booking Options
Please note if you’d like to wakesurf you MUST book the Four Winns HD8 – standard charters do NOT have the option to wakesurf.
Why Travelers Choose Boat Tahoe
Serving All
of Lake Tahoe
Whether you’re staying in South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Incline Village, or Stateline, our private boat tours and charters are a top choice for travelers searching for boat tours near me or Lake Tahoe boat charters. Every trip departs from South Lake Tahoe and is fully captain-included for a seamless, premium experience.
Testimonials
This was our favorite activity in Lake Tahoe. If you’re deciding between renting a boat yourself or booking a captain, go with Boat Tahoe. No stress, no guesswork—just an incredible day on the water with views you can’t get from shore.
We booked a sunset cruise while staying nearby and it ended up being our favorite part of the trip. Easy, laid-back, and felt very local.
Amazing experience with beautiful views. Couldn’t have been more enjoyable. Zach was very friendly and informative about the history of the lake. Loved it!
Captain Zach was incredible. We booked a private Lake Tahoe boat charter and he made the entire experience effortless. From cruising Emerald Bay to finding the perfect swim spots, everything felt personalized. Easily the best way to experience Lake Tahoe by boat.
The best boat guide ever! We had an absolute blast and can’t wait to come back!
Captain Brandon was knowledgeable, friendly, and knew Lake Tahoe inside and out. We were originally looking at boat rentals, but having a captain made the day so much better. No stress—just an amazing private boat experience and unreal views.
Thank you Captain Bryan for an amazing sunset tour! Gorgeous views of the lake and an incredibly fun ride. We’ll definitely be back soon!
We were searching for Lake Tahoe boat rentals and are so glad we found Boat Tahoe. Having a private captained boat made the entire experience stress-free. Emerald Bay was unreal, and the captain knew all the best spots. This is hands-down the best way to experience Lake Tahoe by boat.
We had a great day with Captain Zach. This trip is highly recommended for all age groups.
Great experience. The boat put the cherry on top of our trip. Looked better than pictured and perfect for small family or two people going out for the day. Highly recommended. You won’t find a better experience.
Captain Zach and Duncan made our first time visit to South Lake Tahoe spectacular! Awesome hospitality, custom tunes on a beautiful boat with blankets to spare-you guys rock😀
#Bryant #cap Just rocking ride and every penny worth njoyment we had. No words… take a bow and extreme fun..
I booked to a sunset cruise with my friends and family with Boat Tahoe. We had a blast with our captain, Zach who was easygoing and knowledgeable about the lake. He had great insight about the lake and the year round activities in places like Emerald Bay, South Lake Tahoe. And took good pictures of the group. I would definitely recommend to others.
Hands down the best boating experience in Tahoe. Zach and his staff really know their way around the lake. From booking to getting on the water, everything was perfect. Will definitely use Boat Tahoe next time we are in town.
Amazing service and totally custom to your needs. Our captain was Chad and we could not be more happy with him. Took us to great spots on the southern/western lake, background history, etc. Would certainly recommend them and would hire again if we come back again!!
Boat Tahoe is perfect if you want a true private boat charter in Lake Tahoe. The boat was spotless, the captain was amazing, and we got to customize our whole trip. It felt nothing like a crowded tour boat—just our group enjoying the lake.
The boat was beautiful and everything was so simple. We had one of the best days of our lives on the lake and Boat Tahoe was more than amazing!
Our rental was such a high quality boat. It dialed in and very clean. Boat Tahoe will be my first choice next time I’m in Tahoe!
Had a wonderful time on the lake today. Our captain was super chill, knows the lake, and was very easy to communicate with prior to taking off. Highest recommendation for anyone considering a day on Lake Tahoe.
Found Boat Tahoe while looking for a sunset cruise nearby. Easy meetup, great captain, and the colors over the lake were insane. Perfect way to end the day.
Perfect day on the lake. All the water toys on board (tube, skis, wakeboard). Boat was super clean. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. Would rent again if back in Tahoe.
We searched for a boat rental near us in South Lake Tahoe and Boat Tahoe was exactly what we needed. The marina location was easy to find, the boat was ready on time, and the captain made the whole day effortless. Perfect if you want to get on the water without driving around the lake.
Great experience, friendly captain. Made us feel at home and ensure that we enjoyed!
Awesome and very friendly guide experience! Perfect for the family!
When out on for an EPIC boat day and had an absolute blast! It was definitely the highlight of our trip – beautiful boat with great water toys. Boat Tahoe provided such a high quality experience for our group – we will rent with them again!
Excellent experience! Will definitely book again. Zach was very accommodating and enjoyable to hangout with. He also explained the History behind certain popular parts of the lake which we really enjoyed. Thank you Zach and see you this Summer.
We wanted a Lake Tahoe boat tour that felt private and upscale, and Boat Tahoe delivered. Captain Zach was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we saw all the highlights. Emerald Bay alone was worth it. Highly recommend for couples or groups.
Amazing experience with beautiful views. Couldn’t have been more enjoyable. Zach was very friendly and informative about the history of the lake. Loved it!
Captain Adam was awesome and made us feel comfortable right away. We wanted a private boat rental in South Lake Tahoe and Boat Tahoe exceeded expectations. Great boat, great captain, and a completely relaxed day on the water.
Bryant was an amazing captain. He was timely and courteous, friendly and enthusiastic and made my husbands birthday amazing. He even DJ’d some great music for us! We saw the sun set in about 7 different spots on the lake. Outstanding time!
Awesome and very friendly guide experience! Perfect for the family!
Captain Chad made our Lake Tahoe boat tour unforgettable. He showed us spots we never would’ve found on our own and gave us plenty of time to enjoy Emerald Bay. If you’re deciding between renting a boat yourself or booking a captained charter, this is the way to go.
We have rented boats from many different places over the last 15 years and this by far has been the best. The boat was awesome and there were no surprises. Everything was as advertised in the pictures. We will be renting from Boat Tahoe when in Tahoe again.
Great boat cruise and tour on Emerald Bay. A must do while in Lake Tahoe. Great time with friends…..
5 of us went on the boat and it was super comfortable. Also the description is exactly what it says.. gas is included, there is no surprise costs at the end. We would totally rent from Boat Tahoe again.
If you’re looking for a Lake Tahoe boat rental with a captain, this is the company to book. Easy communication, great local knowledge, and the freedom to swim, relax, and explore Emerald Bay at our own pace.
The best boat guide ever! We had an absolute blast and can’t wait to come back!
Great boat rental! Beautiful boat that is super smooth in the water and has all the amenities you need for a great day on Lake Tahoe. Highly recommended!
Found Boat Tahoe while searching for a boat rental nearby. Super convenient location and way more relaxed than a big group tour. Would book again in a heartbeat.