3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain
Overview
Located on the beautiful shores of South Lake Tahoe, Boat Tahoe provides the ultimate boating experience on Lake Tahoe! With our private captained boat tours choose from a day of cruising the lake while visiting Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm, Fannette Island, D.L. Bliss State Park, Rubicon Bay, Meeks Bay, Sugar Pine Point State Park and more or enjoying a more action packed day of tubing, wakeboarding or water skiing. Our US Coast Guard licensed captains can cater your tour to your exact needs! Book your adventure today and enjoy an amazing day on Lake Tahoe!
*All passengers (including children) count towards max capacity of booking.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Watersports Equipment
- USCG Certified Captain
- Gas
- Snacks Bring any food or snacks you would like. We just ask that you don't choose anything that will be TOO messy.
- Alcoholic beverages Feel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages if 21 or older
- No Pets
- Captain Fee | Per USCG Law For Groups Over 6 People Only | 100 USD Per Hour Due Upon Arrival
Meeting Location
2435 Venice Drive East
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Lake Tahoe (California) (pass by)
Emerald Bay State Park (pass by)
Vikingsholm (pass by)
Fannette Island (pass by)
D.L. Bliss State Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please Read - Additional Cost For Groups Of 7+ Passengers: Per US Coast Guard regulation, for groups of 7 or more passengers, the cost of the captain cannot be included in the charter fee and is not included in the amount paid at the time of booking. An additional 100 USD per hour is due upon arrival and must be paid directly to the captain via cash, Venmo or Zelle. This is only for groups of 7 or more passengers. For groups of 6 or less all costs are included at the time of booking.
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on 3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-337938P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- Bottled water.
- Watersports Equipment.
- USCG Certified Captain.
- Gas.
- Snacks. Bring any food or snacks you would like. We just ask that you don't choose anything that will be TOO messy.
- Alcoholic beverages. Feel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages if 21 or older.
- No Pets.
- Captain Fee | Per USCG Law For Groups Over 6 People Only | 100 USD Per Hour Due Upon Arrival.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Watersports Equipment
- USCG Certified Captain
- Gas
- SnacksBring any food or snacks you would like. We just ask that you don't choose anything that will be TOO messy.
- Alcoholic beveragesFeel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages if 21 or older
- No Pets
- Captain Fee | Per USCG Law For Groups Over 6 People Only | 100 USD Per Hour Due Upon Arrival
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please Read - Additional Cost For Groups Of 7+ Passengers: Per US Coast Guard regulation, for groups of 7 or more passengers, the cost of the captain cannot be included in the charter fee and is not included in the amount paid at the time of booking. An additional 100 USD per hour is due upon arrival and must be paid directly to the captain via cash, Venmo or Zelle. This is only for groups of 7 or more passengers. For groups of 6 or less all costs are included at the time of booking.
