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Board a double-decker pontoon at Tahoe Keys for a four-hour private cruise to Emerald Bay, swimming stops, paddleboards and a second‑story water slide. Expect alpine sun, crystal clarity and a captain’s-fee paid separately on the day of your charter.
Board a double-decker pontoon at Tahoe Keys for a four-hour private cruise to Emerald Bay, swimming stops, paddleboards and a second‑story water slide. Expect alpine sun, crystal clarity and a captain’s-fee paid separately on the day of your charter.
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Operated by Battle Born Boat Rentals · South Lake Tahoe, California
You step off the marina dock and the lake answers: a broad, glassy plane under a hard, high-blue sky. The Avalon Catalina double-decker pontoon waits like a small island — stairs, railings, and a second-story sun deck that promises a different vantage on the Sierra. Within minutes the engine thrum moves you away from Tahoe Keys into water so clear you can read the contours of the lake floor as the boat slides over shallow shelves.
easy.
4 hours.
Minimal fitness required; you should be comfortable boarding a boat and able to climb a short ladder or stairs.
No — licensed captains are arranged through the operator and their fees are paid separately, typically in cash on the day of the charter; confirm the rate when you book.
The Avalon Catalina double-decker seats up to 13 passengers; confirm maximum occupancy with the operator for private bookings.
Yes — the tour includes stops for swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkel gear and a lily pad; use provided PFDs and follow the captain’s safety brief.
The listing notes wheelchair accessibility, but boarding logistics vary by marina; contact the operator ahead of time to arrange assistance.
Trips may be canceled for safety in high wind or storms; the operator typically cancels in unsafe conditions and will communicate options per their cancellation policy.
Service animals are allowed; for other pets check with the operator in advance as policies vary and space is limited.
Emerald Bay contains Vikingsholm, a 1929 Scandinavian-style house and Fannette Island — the only island on Lake Tahoe — reflecting early 20th-century summer estate culture.
Lake Tahoe’s clarity depends on reducing runoff and invasive species; boaters should use clean-drain-dry practices, avoid non-native plants and use reef‑safe products.
Battle Born Boat Rentals operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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