Cruises on the Spirit of Tahoe

Welcome aboard our beautiful 80ft tour boat, “The Spirit of Tahoe “… Find a comfortable seat and journey across Lake Tahoe’s pristine blue waters on a two hour adventure…. Our destination; Enchanted Emerald Bay, one of the world’s most photographed places with scenic views of 10,000ft Mount Tallac and the High Sierras … Inside the bay we will see Fannette island, Vikingholm Castle,and Eaglfalls
with a historic and informational narrative by the Captain.
Summer time departures:
11am, 2pm, 4pm

The “Spirit of Tahoe” cruises Lake Tahoe year around…we depart from Ski Run Marina up to 4 times daily including a Sunset Cruise every evening. The Spirit of Tahoe is one of the only boats that cruises in the winter time. Our boat offers two levels of comfortable seating outside and heated seating inside with food service and a full cocktail bar. Our boat is US Coast Guard certified with an experienced US licensed Captain and friendly crew.

The Spirit Cruises Year-Round with plenty of indoor and outdoor space.

Cruises for 2026

Emerald Bay Day Cruise

7 Days a Week
Various Times (2hrs)
$105 per person

Be captivated as we cruise into the breathtaking, glacier-carved Emerald Bay, offering glimpses of osprey and bald eagles. Circle Fannette Island to marvel at Eagle Falls and the historic Vikingsholm Mansion on this unforgettable adventure.

Price Includes

Two-hour cruise
Historic Tour
Sightseeing
Full bar available
Food available for purchase

Sunset Champagne Cruise

7 Days a Week
Changes as sunset time changes (2 hrs)
$120 per person

Experience the mesmerizing beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunset cruise, where the water transforms from crystal clear to vibrant teal, emerald, and the deepest blues. Join us for one of the most stunning cruises in North America, and let the enchanting colors of the lake leave you in awe.

And don’t forget the free-flowing champagne.

Price Includes

Two-hour cruise
Historic Tour
Sightseeing
Complimentary champagne OR half off your first beverage of choice
Full bar available
Food available for purchase

The Safari Rose is truly a classic “yacht” offering luxury amenities for relaxation, entertainment, and comfort, 80ft long 3 decks including guest and master staterooms, 5 bathrooms, dining room, salon with bar, aft lido deck and a large upper deck with comfortable outside seating. She is well suited for private charters, Specialty parties, Weddings, Receptions and Corporate outings…The Safari Rose also offers some higher end public cruises though out the summer months.

Built in 1959 for the 3M Corporation as their corporate yacht and voted “Yacht of the Year ” !
Old school quality and featuring teak and mahogany craftsmanship and recently refitted with state of art environmentally friendly engines and electronics.