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Step aboard Radiance, a restored 1958 Century Coronado, for a private three-hour cruise through Emerald Bay and D.L. Bliss. Ideal for couples or small groups, this intimate wooden-boat charter pairs alpenglow moments with close-up views of Vikingsholm and Fannette Island.
Step aboard Radiance, a restored 1958 Century Coronado, for a private three-hour cruise through Emerald Bay and D.L. Bliss. Ideal for couples or small groups, this intimate wooden-boat charter pairs alpenglow moments with close-up views of Vikingsholm and Fannette Island.
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Operated by Alpenglow Boat Company · South Lake Tahoe, California
The cedar hull slips off the dock with a polite shudder and a deep, steady thrum — the kind of sound that belongs to an engine built when things were made to last. Onboard Radiance, a restored 1958 Century Coronado, the lake opens like a postcard: glassy in the morning, shot through with alpenglow at dusk, and edged with granite that seems to shrug off the sky. With room for up to six guests, the pace is slow and deliberate, the captain steering so you can take the view.
easy.
3 hours.
Minimal physical exertion required; guests should be able to step on and off a dock and move around a small boat.
Yes — charters are private with a maximum of six passengers and include a captain.
Meet at Tahoe Keys Marina, Rubicon Dock, Slip A-6; the captain will meet the group at the boat ramp.
Swimming may be possible near D.L. Bliss when conditions and permits allow; always confirm with the captain before entering the water.
Service animals are permitted; check with the operator ahead of time for any restrictions.
Full refunds are available when canceled at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled by the operator for bad weather.
Private groups commonly bring small snacks and drinks; notify the operator in advance about alcohol so they can confirm rules and glass restrictions.
Vikingsholm was built in 1929 and is one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the U.S.; the surrounding basin was sculpted by glacial action over millennia.
Lake Tahoe’s clarity is fragile—avoid soap or detergent in the water, minimize wakes near shallow shoreline, and pack out all trash to protect the lake’s ecosystem.
Alpenglow Boat Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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