Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

Overview

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Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience aboard the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe!

Fabulous dining is the standard aboard our dinner cruises. Enjoy our fresh and delectable buffet as you cruise against a backdrop of astonishing views over Emerald Bay.

After dinner, experience the beauty of Lake Tahoe from outside, or relax and enjoy the live music with our climate controlled indoor seating. Full bar service is available for purchase throughout your adventure.

Go forth and dine in style as you cruise into the sunset beauty of Lake Tahoe!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please plan to arrive at the boat dock to check in 30 minutes prior to your departure

If using our complimentary shuttle service, please plan additional time for pickup and drop off. Please see Meeting & pickup section for specific times from each location.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Audio Guide

Soda/Pop

All Fees and Taxes

Dinner

Restroom on board

Coffee and/or Tea

Parking

Gratuity Pay of 20% for 8 or more People - Adult (charged on site)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

To truly experience Lake Tahoe, take a trip aboard the M.S. Dixie II, a paddle-wheel boat that plies the lake’s stunning, cobalt-blue waters

Admission Not Applicable

Lake Tahoe (California)

This authentic paddle wheeler is sure to thrill guests looking for a unique dining experience. The Dinner Cruise offers an unforgettable evening cruise complete with a buffet meal, famous Tahoe sunsets, breathtaking views, local cuisine, and live music. Signature cocktails and fine wines are available for purchase. Dinner cruises are offered year-round on the M.S. Dixie II.

Admission Not Applicable

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Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

Pickup included

Reviews

4.31

298 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

184

Fun for first Tahoe Visit
Rick H,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Food is decent and plentiful. Not the best buffet ever but good enough. Would recommend that in the winter, they start the cruise at 5pm instead of 6pm. The “sunset” part of the cruise was when we were all getting in line for food - missed a lot of viewing sunset time. After dinner, there was a two man band performing on second floor dance room. Drummer was good but keyboardist and lead singer was drunk - kept messing up and forgetting words. Didn’t keep the drunk patrons from dancing but us sober ones were just laughing at the train wreck of it all. In spite of all that, the servers were great and we had a good time. Go for your first time visit - night stars are beautiful and it was an interesting experience overall.
Tahoe Cruise October 11, 2025.
John S,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Buffet style. Bring a jacket in October. Don’t sit at a table near the door where you board, if it’s cold outside. The lake is absolutely black at night. Get dessert with dinner. Lastly, get the eclairs as soon as you can, they are not restocked.
Would have been more enjoyable during the day…
AnikiaI,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
3.00
We took the dinner cruise which was very dark. Unfortunately we were not able to see any of the sights. I was especially looking forward to Emerald’s Bay. If you’re wanting to not just experience dinner on the lake, but would actually like to take photos and take in the scenery, my suggestion is to do this during the daytime. I’m sure it magnificent!
Cruise
Richard S,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Entire cruise was great. Food, drinks, music and sites. Crew, especially Joe were fantasik! Wonderful excursion.
Dinner on Lake Tahoe.
Dean B,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very scenic? Great way to see the lake. The food was great. The salmon and rib-eye taste great and were cooked to perfection. The band provided a great show after dinner. Enjoyed the evening. Tip take the bus they provide to the boat. The driver was great.