Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise: Lake Tahoe's Top Attraction

Discover Emerald Bay’s beauty on a 2.25-hour Lake Tahoe cruise. Enjoy stunning views, learn local history, and relax with onboard amenities.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Tahoe Area - Considered one of South Lake Tahoe’s most entertaining water activities, the Daytime Scenic Cruise on Lake Tahoe has been voted “Best Cruise in Nevada” by Nevada Magazine. As you cruise to Emerald Bay on the famous M.S. Dixie II, you’ll learn how it was formed, get views of Vikingsholm Castle and learn fascinating history with a…
What's Included
  • Audio Guide
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Self Parking ($12)
Additional Information

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,…

Location
Zephyr Cove Marina
Highway 50
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.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Todd_s
Oct 12, 2024
Ms Dixie I Review - We had a very relaxing cruise and enjoyed all the history and information of the Lake Tahoe. However, I think that a better way of announcing the food arrival in the bar area could be made. The Server that brings out the food should announce the food order ticket number instead of relying on the busy bartender to try and find the food order customers.
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Alteris_s
Oct 11, 2024
Do it! - We ride this every time we visit. Relaxing, informative good time! And the food and drinks were better than you’d expect.
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Rick_j
Oct 10, 2024
Great trip !!!! - Great trip —— awesome staff — bartender was awesome—- food was good —- they were fast and efficient!
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Robert_c
Oct 10, 2024
Wonderful lake cruise. - A beautiful way to spend two hours on Lake Tahoe. We had a great time. It was informative, relaxing and the food was good.
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William_h
Oct 8, 2024
Lovely boat ride - Beautiful day in October and 75 degrees. Nice boat and drinks available. Two hours on the water just tight
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Sharon_a
Oct 7, 2024
Enjoyed - We enjoyed the cruise. We brought our cousins from Florida. Smooth, sunny ride. The food was good, clean boat.
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Laura_o
Oct 6, 2024
Thursday afternoon. - The weather was amazing!! Water was calm and the sky was clear and blue. Therefore, making our cruise one on the best ever.
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Pamela_h
Oct 13, 2024
Nice boat trip to Emerald... - Nice boat trip to Emerald Bay and back - 2.5 hours. I did not like that we had confirmations from Viator, yet had to stand in line for a paper ticket.
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Casey_g
Oct 10, 2024
3rd party tickets = long wait - Buy tickets from the boats website. If you buy from viator, you will be forced to stand in 40 min line for them to print out your ticket once you arrive. Even though my tickets were already paid for. They don't have the technology to scan your viator ticket.
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Frank_s
Oct 10, 2024
Kill some time in Lake Tahoe - Just being with our friends and having a drink on the lake. Other than that, it was a nice way to spend a couple hours in the afternoon.
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