Top Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Tours

Travel all the way around scenic Lake Tahoe in a comfortable shuttle on this 7-hour tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll cover close to 70 miles (110km), making stops at the beautiful vistas of Sand Harbor and Emerald Bay. You’ll also visit a charming village at Squaw Valley Ski Resort, and explore Tahoe City on the lake’s north shore, stopping to purchase lunch. As you go, your guide will provide rich historical context for the beautiful landscape surrounding you.

Sail Tahoe Blue is the premier sailing charter in South Lake Tahoe. We offer a unique sailing adventure and include complementary local beer and wine, as well as non-alcoholic beverages on all of our daily cruises. Unlike other tour boats which take 50+ passengers, our sailing yacht, "Blue", limits our capacity to 18 passengers. If you care to enjoy the beauty of propulsion by Mother Nature without the sound and smell of an engine, come sail with us!

South Lake Tahoe can be slammed with tourists at any time of the year. Avoid the masses on land by prebooking this Emerald Bay helicopter tour. Take off from South Lake Tahoe and fly above the area to see main highlights such as Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, Pope Beach, and Taylor Creek. Learn about Emerald Bay as you fly with live commentary provided.

Go back in time to the old Wild West on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, Nevada, including a train ride on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. With a guide, you’ll start your day trip by minibus, driving along part of the Pony Express. When you reach Virginia City, a National Historic Landmark District, take a 6.5-mile round-trip train ride before enjoying free time in town to explore at your leisure, perhaps visiting museums or a historical saloon.

Tahoe photographic tours offer a unique way to enjoy Lake Tahoe’s natural wonders and receive photography tips as you are led by an experienced photo guide who provides tips and shares information about the area. Whether you’re looking to snap a poster-worthy shot of snow-covered mountains, towering trees, wild flowers or the glassy lake itself, you’ll learn how to shoot in the great outdoors and see some of Lake Tahoe’s most beautiful natural sights, including Emerald Bay.

This tour encompasses the entire south shore of Lake Tahoe, starting with a trip up the east shore into Nevada. Witness the beautiful indigo blue waters and teal shorelines as you fly to Zephyr Cove. After circling Zephyr Cove, the tour heads west along the south shoreline past Fallen Leaf Lake and Cascade Lake to Emerald Bay.

One of the deepest lakes in North America, Tahoe famously has very blue and clear waters. This kayak tour from Sand Harbor State Park takes advantage of the lake’s dreamy waters by traveling in completely transparent kayaks. Paddle along the lake while seeing up to 65 feet (20 meters) below the water's surface.

Explore the scenic highlights of Yosemite National Park on a full-day, small-group guided trip from Lake Tahoe with a lunchtime picnic beside Cascade Falls. Capture unforgettable images of the park’s soaring rock walls and craggy peaks then enjoy an invigorating hike to Yosemite Falls or Bridalveil Falls, where high-mountain rivers tumble from sheer granite cliffs. Spot rock climbers scaling the face of El Capitan, watch for deer in alpine meadows, and take in the timeless beauty of California’s High Sierra mountains.

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 time of booking. Groups reaching a combined weight of 500 lbs will be subject to a weight check upon arrival for their flight. Any individual weighing 300 lbs or more will not be permitted to fly per the limitations of the aircraft. Any cancellation of a planned flight due to weights exceeding the maximum allowable aircraft weight (individual or combined) will be charged at full price. Starting at South Tahoe Airport, this 30 minute tour first embarks to Emerald Bay, then south past Mount Tallac, and over the shoreline of Fallen Leaf lake. Head west over Glen Alpine Falls below, climbing towards Pyramid Peak. The area is scattered with myriad lakes and waterfalls. Fly over Lake Aloha and past Horsetail Falls, dropping nearly 500 feet.

Grab a paddle and voyage along the scenic west shore of Lake Tahoe on a guided, 2.5-hour morning kayak tour. Experience the full beauty of Tahoe in the summer while gliding through the pristine water, and learn about local history and legends like early settlers, the ill-fated Donner Party, and life on the lake before the advent of ski resorts and casinos.

Join us on Lake Tahoe's 1st & only electric dirtbike adventure (yes in Winter months too!) No experience is necessary to enjoy this exciting mountain tour. Guides will give you lessons before the tour. These are not boring eBikes & we will not be on yawn-worthy bike paths. Leave the crowds of tourists in the dust & explore hidden views of Lake Tahoe! Enjoy all of a traditional dirtbike's exciting capabilities & power without shifting gears/using a clutch. Each wheel has its own motor (2x2), enabling us to cover miles of terrain effortlessly. Easy to learn! Professional guides will ensure you are comfortable and safe while showing you the best hidden off-road gems. We are proud to be the only guide service to offer e-dirtbike tours in Lake Tahoe. These new 2x2 dirtbikes are unavailable at rental shops, bike shops, or e-bike shops! If your desired date or group size is not available please reach out to our S Lake Tahoe office. Booking tours until heavy snowfall, layer up!

Explore many miles of Lake Tahoe's beautiful East Shore Trail without breaking a sweat on a self-guided e-bike tour. Set the bike's battery boost settings to your own personal preference, and set off on fully paved, traffic-free paths for a stress-free day of cycling. The bike is yours for the entire day, along with bike locks so you can pop off to enjoy beaches and forests along the way.

See spectacular Lake Tahoe from above on a memorable helicopter flight. An aerial view is simply the best way to appreciate Tahoe's deep blue and green hues ringed by mountains and forested shorelines. View Emerald Bay, marinas, villages, and ski resorts like never before on this thrilling adventure with live narration from the pilot.

Group tours that involve exercise can either go way too slow or end up leaving you in the dust. Don’t settle to explore a new area uncomfortably. Instead, prebook this Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Bike Tour of North Shore, and ride at your own pace. Pedal along bike paths away from heavy car traffic, and see stunningly beautiful areas like San Harbor, Hidden Beach, Memorial Beach, and Kings Beach.

Riding a bicycle is a great way to explore the shoreline of Lake Tahoe, with a variety of trails available for all levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced. This bike rental makes it easy, and includes use of bike, helmet, and maps. You can leave your car at the shop while you ride on different trails that include paved, single track, and dirt or gravel paths.

Lake Tahoe has some of the most epic mountain biking in the country. No better way to experience these trails than with an E-MTB. The mountains here are tall and steep. They offer some absolutely stunning views, but some of these climbs can be more of a workout than you bargain for. Whether you are learning on the beginner trails in the meadows, or sending it up the tallest mountains, these bikes are really something you need to try for yourself. They make riding so much more fun! The electric powered mountain bikes take away the "leg work" by giving you super human leg with a pedal assisted motor. This allows you to pedal up these mountains without breaking a sweat! Cover more trails faster and without the workout! It's basically a personal shuttle. Let the bike assist you on the uphills, and get the full experience of these award winning downhill trails.

You can feel comfortable getting on bike trails even if you don't have experience. Our bike guides will make sure you are safe so you can enjoy this awesome experience! This unique opportunity helps guests get off the bike path and onto trails with better views, even if they have never biked on trails before!

Kick into gear on this exciting bike tour through the forest of Lake Tahoe as you enjoy wildlife and secluded summit-lakes. Guests on this 2.5 hour guided tour will have the opportunity to explore more sights in a shorter period with the help of an electric-assist mountain bike. The group will have the opportunity to enjoy continued instruction, history, fun facts, and occasional wildlife sightings as they listen to a helpful guide through our helmet intercom system. This is a great introductory tour to mountain biking and a unique way to explore the Tahoe summit! Basic experience riding a bicycle is required.