The crew from start to finish were fantastic! Welcoming, informative and created a great experience…read morethroughout the day. We went on the 2PM cruise today and had fantastic weather for a lake cruise. They advised us to start lining up around 1:30p, started boarding around 1:45p and were promptly cruising following key safety messages. Key things to note below: -There is available seating toward the front outside, if you appreciate some sun and a cool breeze these may be the seats for you! -Guests moved in and out throughout the cruise, we opted to stay in for most of it but had no issues moving around outside to take photos comfortably. -Snacks and drinks are available for purchase onboard. -They had comfy blankets available inside to take outside to keep warm (very nice touch and they appeared to be very clean) -They did a great job slowing down in Emerald Bay and highlighting wildlife nearby for viewing and photography. -Don't forget to bring cash to tip the well-deserving crew! -We had a cool mix of tourists and locals to chat with on the cruise. -There are padded bench style seats indoor and plastic chairs as well. The upper deck also had seating (no shade up top aside from some in the front) -There are restrooms on board, I didn't use them but they were available. Highly recommend for a relaxing and informative cruise around South Lake Tahoe & Emerald Bay. Will definitely cruise again on our next visit to South Lake Tahoe. Star employee - The gal in the ticket office helped us as our tickets printed oddly. She confirmed we were on the list and would be able to board without it. She was so friendly & set a cheerful tone for the day. :) Note, I typically never write reviews this quickly but they did an amazing job and we had a few minutes to spare before dinner nearby. :) Happy Sailing!

What a great experience! The boat, the crew, even the small food offerings were amazing! The boat…read morecrew was fantastic and such stories and history revealed on this 2 and 1/2 hour outing! Highly recommended such a fun time!

We had a terrific trip with Captain Heather to Emerald Bay where we got close to Vikingsholm and…read moresaw the tea room atop Fanette island. Fascinating to see the clear water at large depths so close to the shore. Captain Heather was great and gave us the history and pointed out landmarks throughout the trip. We were very happy with Lake Tahoe Boat Rides.

These guys are great. While we couldn't do anything about the weather that we got on our afternoon…read moreboat ride, they were hospitable, friendly and made sure we were comfortable and having a good time. They are a worthy group of people to do a party boat ride with. Appreciate the hospitality!

We had an incredible day on the lake thanks to The Tahoe Experience. From the beginning, Bret was…read moreso thoughtful and responsive--he made sure all my questions were answered and that my group had everything we needed for a smooth and memorable experience. You can really tell he cares about making sure folks have a great time. We had an unforgettable day, and I'd absolutely recommend this service to anyone looking for a fun, easy, and beautiful time out on the water.

We were thrilled with our experience with Brett as our driver in Tahoe. His outstanding customer…read moreservice and commitment to safety made our trip exceptional. Brett was extremely knowledgeable about Tahoe and its history, which added a unique and educational element to our adventure. The pontoon boat provided ample space for our crew of 9, making it a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Booking online was a breeze, and Brett was super responsive and responsible. Great with kids too! We brought our lunch and were able to eat and drink on the boat without any issues. Brett also had paddleboards and even filled up a fun tube-like chair for us to be towed behind the boat. It was amazing! The water was stunning, and we had the best experience overall. We will definitely request Brett again for our future trips. Thanks, Captain Brett, for an amazing time on beautiful Lake Tahoe. You rock!

This was the highlight of our entire trip. Far exceeded expectations. The boat was immaculate and…read morecomfortable. We had 3 adults and a toddler. Captain Troy was accommodating, kind, hospitable, professional and knowledgeable. He took us to breathtaking sites including Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, Vikingsholm, and Rubicon Bay. We enjoyed swimming in the crystal water and never felt rushed. He provided swim floaties, a cooler with cold beverages, and let us take our time to have so much fun. He even called in advance to accommodate a better start time to ensure we had the best weather. We could not have asked for a more perfect day. Booking was easy and he answered all my questions beforehand. We highly recommend this company.

100 stars. Perfect tour of lake. Booking was easy. Troy was waiting for us and was perfect guide…read more Boat was immaculate. Very safe. Highly recommend all around.

Great spot love the convenience of everything. The close parking, the beach chair, umbrella and…read morewater activities rentals. The restaurant and if you choose to eat on the beach they bring it to you. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. Beautiful views of the mountains.

Best painkillers and views around! The bar is located on the beach, so it's easy to walk to and…read morefrom where your spot is on the beach!

We enjoyed the Emerald Bay cruise very much and can highly recommend it. We have taken other…read morecruises on Lake Tahoe and they did not compare with the Bleu Wave. Captain Auggie and First Mate Talaano were very knowledgeable and provided lots of information about Lake Tahoe. I will be recommending this cruise to other friends and family members. Thank you again to Captain Auggie and First Mate Talaano. May 20, 2026 Dave Whelden

Captain Augie was wonderful. He knew so much information about a lake in the surrounding area. The…read morewest mansion is absolutely gorgeous. All of Emerald Bay is beautiful. His assistant from Argentina was sweetheart. Feel bad. I don't remember his name. He worked very hard. Everybody was very happy five stars all around.

Used this company for my bachelorette boat trip. It was amazing!…read more Bryan was very communicative, and a fun captain! Very accommodating. Would 100% use this company again! Everyone had a ball

Our time with Bryan was amazing! Such a great experience and we made life long memories for our…read moreannual Stanther vacay!

Had the most amazing time as 2 young families with kids. If you can swing it, the double decker…read morewith the slides is worth the splurge. The top is awesome for sunbathing on and heating up before sliding (literally) into the crisp and crystal clear Tahoe waters. Then, when you need some reprieve from the sun, the shade underneath is perfect. Joey was our captain. He was the ideal captain. Efficient, helpful, and would engage in conversation if you included him but not the type that turns into a "Chatty Kathy". Joey also navigated the boat like a pro-- I'm still impressed by how smooth he was able to keep the ride when going fairly fast even when we went through other boats' wakes. None of us got nauseous / "sea sick" (especially impressive because I was about 8 weeks pregnant). The included BBQ and cooler were nice to have, and the lily pad was a blast for our toddlers (though any age would enjoy it-- the adults in our group certainly did in between our shifts of child monitoring). We went to Emerald Bay on Joey's recommendation. There was a dock there that we pulled up to at the end for a quick bathroom break (at our kids' request) before motoring back across the lake to return to where we started. We met the guy who owns the company (Russel?) at a whiskey tasting event in Reno. Through the booking and confirmation experience we were really impressed by his professionalism and ability to remember his customers. What an all around great guy-- definitely someone you'd feel good about supporting as a business owner. Pro tip: get wet before using the slide and/or lube up with some tanning oil first! Also, if you're on the half day tour, fire up the bbq as soon as you anchor if you're cooking anything more substantial than hot dogs (we did country style ribs) that way you'll give the meat plenty of time to cook. Also, Wakebusters has life vests but if your kid has one they are already used to that's probably the way to go (our kids tried both and preferred theirs from home). Finally, wet suits are not needed, but they certainly make it a lot more comfortable for the kids (and require less sunscreen to be applied).

My family wanted to do something fun on our vacation. So we hired a boat ride with an experienced…read morecaptain. And what a thrilling experience. It even had a bbq aboard,so we had a great meal out on the water, fun slides on the boat, and a great time just soaking up the sun out on the water. Such friendly people run this place, They are very knowledgeable about the lake and about the history of the area. We.will.definitely do this again on our next visit.

I worked with Mike on booking a pontoon boat with a tube, and he was responsive and easy to work…read morewith. He gave us clear instructions, was timely, and he also provided some nice tips on areas to explore with the kids. The boat was clean and in great condition, and we enjoyed a gorgeous day on the lake. We would rent a boat from him again, and he'd be the first person we would call!

We had the best time in Lake Tahoe thanks to Shan! We needed a boat rental last minute and Shan…read morepulled through for us. Everything was so easy, smooth, and we had the best time on the water. I cannot recommend specialty boat rentals enough! This boat ride was the best part of our trip.

Katoma's pricing is amazing. We rented a pontoon for less than the price of a speedboat I got…read morequoted at another very well rated rental shop I found on Yelp. Boat was beautiful, clean, and our whole experience was great. They had life vests which fit all the kiddos in my group (infant up to age 12). Clear instructions were given on boat operation. Overall, a wonderful experience.

Great communication, friendly service, quality vessel. The kids had a memorable day on the lake…read more Would rent again!