There are so much to see at Lake Tahoe. Visitors can sightsee solo, with friends, family or tour groups . . . sightsee by land, water and air . . . sightsee summer, fall, winter and spring. The sightseeing combinations are endless, and each sight takes on a new flavor with a change in the season and the perspective. See for yourself and enjoy our beauty!
Rides
Arial Trams
Scenic Aerial Tram Rides at Heavenly Ski Resort
The Heavenly Aerial Tram is a favorite visitor attraction year round. In the winter, youÍll glide up an awe-inspiring mile-long flight into the sky where youÍll see the jewel-like waters of Lake Tahoe, the majestic and snowcapped peaks of the Sierra Nevada, and panoramic views that seem to stretch to infinity. After arriving at the top, dine 2,000 feet above Lake Tahoe at the Monument Peak Restaurant. In the summer, take the aerial tram to Monument Peak and hike the Tahoe Vista Trail.
Heavenly Ski Resort
Corner of Wildwood and Saddle
South Lake Taho
e 775-586-7000
Scenic Aerial Cable Car Rides at Squaw Valley
The aerial Cable Car at Squaw rises from the valley floor and ascends 2,000 vertical feet to a mountain-top paradise called High Camp at 8,200 feet. You'll relax in a new ultra-modern heated cabin as you enjoy views of sky-piercing peaks and beautiful Lake Tahoe. Panoramic front and roof tinted windows provide bird's-eye viewing of spectacular scenery that your mind will photograph. Once you arrive at High Camp, you can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options during the day and evening, winter and summer. The only way to return to the valley floor is the way you came. The scenery on each ride up and down the mountain is colored by the season and time of day, making each ride memorable.
Squaw Valley USA
1960 Squaw Valley Road
Olympic Village
Reservations & Information 800-545-4350
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Balloons Over Lake Tahoe
In 1993 this company was the first to offer hot air balloon flights over South Lake Tahoe. Their balloons are new state-of-the-art equipment, certified and registered by the FAA. Their pilots are commercial and instructor rated with over 21 years of ballooning and aviation experience. Their vessel is U.S. Coast Guard certified and operated by a licensed captain.
Your ballooning adventure will begin at sunrise and end approximately three hours later. Flights take off from the South Lake Tahoe Airport. After flying out over beautiful meadows, you'll soar high above one of the world's most beautiful lakes where you can view mountains beyond mountains in every direction. As the flight descends down over the lake, you'll be floating peacefully just above the water.
When your balloon flight is over, you'll land on the forty-foot trimaran power boat, "Vivid Dreams." During the cruise back to shore you'll be treated to a champagne and orange juice toast, fruit, French pastries, cheese and crackers, beverages and a number of other amenities and souvenirs, including a flight certificate.
All flights are by reservation and are scheduled weather permitting. Next day reservations can usually be accommodated. Call for details, rates and reservations.
Balloons Over Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe
530-544-7008
Dream Weavers Hot Air Balloon Co.
This company offers hot air balloon flights over land. Their experienced pilots are licensed FAA commercial balloon pilots. Due to calm weather conditions, the flight times are just after sunrise, 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., depending on the season.
This hot air balloon company focuses on flights designed for couples and small groups of two to four people. Passengers are comfortable and their experience is more private than on larger commercial balloons.
Family and friends are invited to share the excitement of unfurling and inflating the balloon and then experience the chase or just see you off. On your flight you'll see the breathtakingly beautiful Carson Valley and panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. You can even design your own flight. Alternative launching sites are considered and the pilot will fly at the safe altitude you desire.
Judging from the number of proposals accepted midflight, romance is definitely in the air at Lake Tahoe! And for couples wanting to take off as soon as they are married, Dream Weavers will inflate their six-colored balloon and create a mini stained-glass cathedral for the wedding ceremony, and then launch for a newlywed flight.
All flights end in the traditional Champagne Ceremony and presentation of Certificates of Ascendancy.
The flight season is year-round, seven days a week, weather permitting. All flights are by reservation. Next day reservations can usually be accommodated. Call for details, rates and reservations.
Dream Weavers Hot Air Balloon Co.
Gardnerville
Reservations.
800-386-2563
775-265-1271
Lake Tahoe Balloons
This company offers hot air balloon flights over Lake Tahoe. Their FAA certified pilots have over 18 years of commercial ballooning experience. Their balloons are not dependent on the shoreline for launching, flying or landing. The balloons take off and land on the deck of the "Tahoe Flyer," the world's only hot air balloon launch and recovery vessel, inspected and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard as safe for balloon operations. Chase boats are on duty as an extra safety precaution.
Flights begin shortly after sunrise when conditions are the best, weather permitting. Free shuttle service is provided between the launch site and your lodging in the Basin. Allow approximately 4.5 hours from pick up to return to your lodging.
The "Tahoe Flyer" can carry up to 49 passengers and is great fun for groups. Each balloon flight lasts about one hour. You'll float silently over Lake Tahoe and then fly eight to ten thousand feet high, delighting in 100 mile vistas. The early morning light and pristine Alpine setting create optimum photo opportunities for capturing deep blue waters, framed by white sand beaches and snowcapped peaks, so please bring a camera.
After your flight you will be treated to a champagne brunch at the elegant Cafe Roma at Caesars Lake Tahoe.
The flight season is year-round, seven days a week, weather permitting. Reservations are recommended, especially for groups. Next day reservations can usually be accommodated. Call for details, rates and reservations.
Lake Tahoe Balloons
South Lake Tahoe
Reservations
800-872-9294
530-544-1221 Airplane Rides
Alpine Lake Aviation Lake Tahoe Tour
Fly over the shimmering surface of Lake Tahoe's crystal-clear waters, as you circle the entire shoreline. You'll see the natural beauty of the surrounding glaciated lakes and nearby Desolation Wilderness. You'll get a bird's-eye view of the historic Carson Valley and Virginia City. Yosemite Tour As you circle the Yosemite Valley, you'll marvel at the sapphire-blue lakes, cascading waterfalls, magnificent Half Dome and El Capitan. Take in the beauty of most of the Lake Tahoe Tour and the rugged splendor of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. You'll be able to experience the grandeur of our first National Park and save hours of driving time. Airplanes are turbo-charged Cessnas. Each passenger has a cushioned window seat with a headset. The airplane's spacious windows offer unlimited and unequaled photo opportunities. Private charters are available.
Alpine Lake Aviation Air Charter Services
Lake Tahoe Airport Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Reservations 775-588-4748
Emerald Bay Aviation
Scenic tours of Lake Tahoe and aircraft rental.
Emerald Bay Aviation
Lake Tahoe Airport
1841 Airport Road
South Lake Tahoe Reservations 530-542-0402
Carraige Rides
Borges Family Sightseeing Carriage Rides
For over 30 years the Borges Family carriage rides have delighted visitors from around the world with history, fun and nostalgia. Your antique European carriage will be pulled by either a beautiful 2,000 pound Blond Belgian draft horses or one of the family's rare American-Russian Baskhir Curlies. You'll see Lake Tahoe and the wonders of nature with a Borges Historian as your guide. You'll be taken past the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, through a quiet neighborhood and on to a sandy beach. As you travel along the lake your driver will show you points of geographic interest and share bits of Tahoe history. Be sure to bring a camera. A photo of your family or party in the carriage will become a treasured souvenir.
The Borges Family Carriage Rides
P.O. Box 5905 Stateline
775-588-2953 800-726-7433 |
