Top Lake Tahoe activities
Top Lake Tahoe landmarks
Beyond Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe trip ideas

Top things to do in Lake Tahoe in Summer (Updated July 2026)

Lake Tahoe, USA
Zephyr Cove Helicopter Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at...

20 minutesFree Cancellation
20 minutesFree Cancellation
20 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (62)
from
$218

Emerald Bay Helicopter Tour of Lake Tahoe
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at...

10 to 12 minutesFree Cancellation
10 to 12 minutesFree Cancellation
10 to 12 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (225)
$146.50
$145.50

Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

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...

2 to 3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
2 to 3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (732)
from
$112.44

Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience aboard the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe! Enjoy fabulous dining as you cruise against a backdrop of astonishing...

3 to 4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.4 (341)
from
$166.50

Truckee River: Boca to Floriston Run (Class III Whitewater)

The Boca-Floriston Run on the Truckee River offers everything both first-time and seasoned rafters could want! Enjoy technical intermediate rapids, relaxing swimming pools, and the...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (179)
from
$135.90

10AM-1:00PM Tahoe City 3-Hour Stand Up Paddleboard Rental

Paddle along the historic western shore of Lake Tahoe with a three-hour Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) rental in Tahoe City. Enjoy crystal clear waters and...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$65

Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Circle the Lake
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (25)
from
$495

Lake Tahoe's West Shore Best Shore Kayak Tour

Explore the historic western shore of magnificent Lake Tahoe on this 2 1/2 hour guided tour.  Paddle out on crystal clear, snow-fed water while hearing...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (28)
from
$85

Nighttime LED Stargazing Clear Kayak Tour on Lake Tahoe
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Paddle into the night on this bucket list experience! Explore nature along the shoreline as you paddle out onto Lake Tahoe with the moonlight on...

2 hours
2 hours
2 hours
5.0 (6)
from
$185.71

Tahoe's Sand Harbor Helicopter Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Weight limits apply: Maximum per-passenger weight is 250lbs. Maximum weight of all passengers combined must not exceed 500lbs. Passenger weights must be accurately provided at...

30 minutesFree Cancellation
30 minutesFree Cancellation
30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
from
$357

Private Watersports Charter Rental with Captain
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

What better way to cool off and spend your summer day than on the lake, taking in the stunning scenery and crystal-clear emerald waters Lake...

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$879

Jet Ski Rental Thrills on Zephyr Cove's Water
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Two times the fun because up to 2 riders can enjoy a Sea-Doo Jet Ski rental in and out of the harbor. Our GTI Sea-Doos...

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.0 (3)
from
$381

Majestic East Shore Clear Kayak Tour

Our Scenic Shoreline Tour is our original and most diverse clear kayak experience. Guests on our Scenic Shoreline Tour will have the opportunity to explore...

2 hours
2 hours
2 hours
5.0 (4)
from
$198.53

Lake Tahoe: North Shore Kayak Rental

Paddle at your own pace on beautiful Lake Tahoe! This self-guided experience features single and double kayaks available for half day or full day rentals....

4 to 8 hours
4 to 8 hours
4 to 8 hours
5.0 (1)
from
$100

5 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain

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...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
from
$1,309

Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone can listen together! Explore Lake Tahoe’s dazzlingly blue waters and stunning mountainous backdrop with this self-guided...

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (450)
from
$17.29

Tahoe Coastal Self-Guided E-Bike Tour(2–4 hrs) | East Shore Trail

Our amazing team is bursting with excitement to show you all the incredible sights and sounds along your Lake Tahoe journey! Picture this: we’ll whisk...

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (330)
from
$104.95

Full-Day Lake Tahoe Circle Tour including Olympic Valley

Admire Lake Tahoe from every angle on this scenic tour that takes you all the way around the lake with a local insider guide. As...

7 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (158)
from
$75

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Lake Tahoe

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Lake Tahoe road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play...

8 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 16 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (22)
from
$18.99

Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Audio Tour From Tahoe City to Incline Village

Visit the small towns along Lake Tahoe's northwestern shore and take in unique views from Stateline Fire Lookout and Mount Rose Overlook on this scenic...

90 to 120 minutes
90 to 120 minutes
90 to 120 minutes
4.8 (10)
from
$13.99

Lake Tahoe Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

Cool Destinations wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Destinations over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Choose an option

Activity name

or

Cool Rewards Terms & Conditions

Activity name

Cool Rewards

  • Cool Rewards is a loyalty program operated by Cool Destinations. Rewards may be earned by any eligible person holding a Cool Destinations account, subject to the Cool Destinations customer Terms of Use.

Earning rewards

  • Rewards can be earned by making bookings on the Cool Destinations website. You will be able to see the value of the rewards you can earn during the booking process.
  • Earned rewards will be issued in a pending state and will move to a confirmed state 24 hours after the start time of the experience.
  • Earned rewards will be available to redeem once they are no longer in a pending state.
  • For bookings that are moved to a different travel date, the rewards will be redeemable after the amended travel date.
  • If a booking where rewards were issued is canceled, the earned rewards will not be redeemable and will be moved to a canceled state.

Redeeming rewards

  • To redeem rewards, you must be logged into your Cool Destinations account.
  • Any available rewards will be automatically applied the next time you make a booking, and their value will be deducted from your order at checkout, unless you choose not to apply them, which requires you to indicate this via the toggle switch. Bookings made using rewards are subject to the standard Cool Destinations Customer Terms of Use.
  • You will not be able to redeem only a portion of your available rewards at checkout. It is only possible to redeem all or none of your available rewards.
  • There is no minimum order value required to redeem your rewards. This means that you can pay for 100% of your order with rewards.
  • Rewards are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
  • If rewards are redeemed against a booking that is canceled or refunded, the rewards will be reissued to your account.

Miscellaneous

  • You can check your Cool Destinations account to see the rewards you have collected at any time. You are responsible for ensuring that your rewards balance is correct.
  • We reserve the right to modify these Cool Rewards Terms and Conditions at any time, with or without notice, including the rules for earning and redeeming rewards. Any changes will be reflected in the updated Terms and Conditions.
  • We reserve the right to terminate the Cool Rewards program and cease issuing any further rewards on future bookings. All pending and available rewards balances will be honored.
  • By earning and redeeming rewards, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as any subsequent changes made to them.