Scenic and Wild Nature tour in South Lake Tahoe
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the shoreline of beautiful South Lake Tahoe on this 2 1/2 hour guided tour. Paddle out on crystal clear, snow-fed water while hearing colorful stories of Tahoe's most prominent landmarks and important personalities. This is the perfect tour for families and visitors looking to learn more about this treasured landscape on an easy paddle near Tahoe City.
Our launch spot next to the Lakeview Commons boat ramp is one of the closest access points to paddle past the wildlife preserve near Secret Beach, the Upper Truckee River mouth (with lots of wildlife viewing opportunities), and the sweeping views of peaks above Emerald Bay.
This tour is appropriate for beginner paddlers and experts, alike.
**Please note the cost of the tour is $85.00 per person with a 2 person minimum
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Kayak
Dry Bags
PFD
Paddle
Bottled water
What To Expect
Lake Tahoe (Nevada)
Lake Tahoe is one of the most unique and beautiful places to visit, regardless of where you are on the lake. You'll learn and see all sorts of landscape around you!
Lake Tahoe Area
Lake Tahoe is a great place to explore with family and friends. It's an even more beautiful view from the kayak!
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Scenic and Wild Nature tour in South Lake Tahoe
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Very Beautiful Learning Experience
H2115DNanthonyr,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Jessie, is extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. She struck up conversations with each member of our group and displayed genuine interest in our stories. The tour was robust and beautiful. The pace was very easy to maintain for us.
Family Tahoe trip Oct 2024
John K,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent day one experience in Tahoe. Guide familiarized us with Tahoe and its History. A great family memory.
Awesome Lake
Alba S,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The views are breathtaking, pictures don’t do justice. Loved the experience. Ours guides were patient with my spouse and made sure she didn’t stayed behind.
Kayaking on Lake Tahoe
marilyn S,
Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time. Tour guides were fantastic and friendly and very knowledgeable of Lake Tahoe lake. They were very understanding in accommodating an additional person last minute. I highly recommend this tour!
Family Kayaking in South Lake Tahoe
Marcella R,
Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great activity to do with the family! Brandon our guide was awesome! Easy to access and plenty of parking if you book the earlier slot.
Adventure
Casey P,
Oct 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience. Loved every second of it. Great tour and amazing information. We were so blown away by the incredible sites
BOOK THE HISTORIC TOUR!!
Allyson C,
Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00As first timers, we were a bit nervous but that quickly went away after getting in the water and being guided by Si! He was patient and very clear/helpful with instructions. Our group was small (only 4) and we had a wind advisory starting late morning so we had two hours of awesome historical Lake Tahoe info & lots of fun getting the hang of things and gaining confidence before heading back in. More than enough time out there, can’t wait to rent with them again!
Great family activity.
Hornblower75,
Aug 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly and knowledgable staff and really good service. We’d definitely recommend the kayak tour for a family activity to see the beauty of Lake Tahoe.
Great kayak tour!
Norma M,
Jul 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with Jesse today. She provided a comprehensive tour of the lake and provided historical facts about the how the lake mountains and town came to be. The 3 hour pace was just right. I would definitely take this tour again
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