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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!
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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
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.
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298 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rick H,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
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.
John S,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
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.
AnikiaI,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
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!
Richard S,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
Entire cruise was great. Food, drinks, music and sites. Crew, especially Joe were fantasik! Wonderful excursion.
Dean B,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
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.
Operated by Aramark - S&E - Dixie II