Things To Do In Lake Tahoe
No matter the season, Lake Tahoe provides plenty of entertainment year -round. Depending on your "ideal" agenda for a Lake Tahoe vacation, your trip can be jammed packed with excitement, or a little more relaxing and laid-back. We've created a list of our favorite things to do while vacationing in Lake Tahoe.
1. See Lake Tahoe by Helicopter: Lake Tahoe was meant to be seen from above, and the city offers breathtaking helicopter rides, which last for approximately 45 minutes. Hop aboard a Robinson Raven II or a Bell 206 LongRanger, and depart from the South Lake Tahoe Airport. The ride covers all areas of Lake Tahoe including Camp Richardson, Emerald Bay, Meeks Bay, Tahoe City, Kings Beach and Incline Village. Depending on the helicopter being flown, passenger count will range from 3-5 guest, plus the pilot, and nobody will have to fight for window seat! Rides begin at 9 a.m. daily. Please check schedule to make sure the tour is available during your visit. For more information, www.viator.com
2. Private Tahoe Seasonal Photography Tour: Whether the snow is falling or the wildflowers are in full bloom, it's always prime time to take a photography tour of South Lake Tahoe. The tour begins when a luxury SUV picks you up right at your hotel, and drives you to the south shore to see the lake and the rugged peaks of the Sierra Nevadas. Tours are lead by a professional photographer/guide who will show you the very best of Tahoes' wildlife and natural beauty. You'll also learn how to take incredible photographs with the help of an expert. Tours begin at 9 a.m. and last for approximately four hours. For more information, www.viator.com
3. Get a Massage: Lake Tahoe vacations are often focused on seeking out thrills and adventure, but the region is also a haven for peace and relaxation. Tahoe features the finest in luxury day spas, and visitors have a variety of places to choose from. Body Essentials, Elements Day Spa and Waters Day Spa are just a few of the establishments which offer specialty massage packages, facials, pedicures, body wraps, hair treatments, and whatever else you may need to feel revitalized. Spas are open year-round, please contact your preferred spa in advance to reserve your spot.
4. Plan a Skiing or Snowboarding Excursion: Traveling to Lake Tahoe in the winter? You have to hit up the slopes. Lake Tahoe offers top-notch winter sports opportunities, and Tahoe's snow season typically lasts from late November to mid April. With seven world-class ski resorts--Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, Kirkwood Ski Resort, Mt. Rose Ski Resort, Heavenly Lake Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe Ski Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort, and Squaw Valley USA--there's room for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers and snowboarders. Check each individual ski resort's website for specials on accommodations and winter packages.
5. Go Whitewater Rafting on the Truckee: The Truckee River offers exciting whitewater rafting adventures for your summer vacation. Plan an excursion with Tributary Whitewater Tours, and enjoy a three-hour trip down the river, through the High Sierra desert, along Class 2 and Class 3 rapids. Rafting tours are suitable for ages 7 and up, and reservations are required. Remember to wear a swimsuit, fast drying shorts and shirts and a pair of old sneakers or water shoes. Meet up is at the Granite Chief store, near the town of Truckee, about an hour from South Lake Tahoe. For more information, call 1-800-672-3846.