Lake Tahoe's only paddlewheeler offering private wedding charters, rehearsal dinners, and romantic sunset cruises from Tahoe City since 1994.
About
The Tahoe Gal is one of Lake Tahoe's most iconic and beloved venues — a classic paddlewheeler that has been creating unforgettable moments on the water since 1994. Departing from Tahoe City, she cruises past some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world: Emerald Bay, Crystal Bay, and the stunning Sierra Nevada shoreline.
For couples, the Tahoe Gal offers a truly one-of-a-kind wedding experience. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate ceremony on the water, a full reception under open skies, or an elegant rehearsal dinner in our private Commodore Salon — we make it happen with a full galley kitchen, full bar, and a crew dedicated to making your day feel effortless and extraordinary.
The Tahoe Gal accommodates up to 120 guests for full private charters, or up to 30 guests in the Commodore Salon for smaller, more intimate celebrations. Every detail — from the food and drinks to the views — is designed to leave your guests speechless.
If you've ever imagined celebrating your love on the water with Lake Tahoe as your backdrop, this is it.
Testimonials
"We made the amazing decision to host our wedding reception of around 50 guests on the Tahoe Gal and it was easily one of the best decisions we could've made. We had the privilege of working with Jamie as our coordinator for the boat who made the entire process seem effortless. We were initially concerned because we reside about 8 hours away from Tahoe City and planning a destination wedding did not seem convenient. However, Jamie's open and continuous communication along with her kind and genuine personality took most of the stress out of our planning. Jamie would always answer my questions (no matter how silly or how many I had). She also gave great insight to help us create an event that would translate well on the boat. Jamie's communication, professionalism, and incredible leadership made our experience on the Tahoe Gal unforgettable.
We also recommend the Tahoe Gal because of their incredible crew members (Captain, servers, bartender, and other staff members). Everyone was so friendly and attentive to each of our guests and to ourselves. The captain even offered to steer us in a certain direction for our sunset photos so that we would have the moon in our photos! It's that thoughtfulness and attentiveness that made our wedding reception so incredibly special. Food was also delicious! We went into our reception without having done a tasting prior to wedding day, which can be risky—but for the Tahoe Gal, was no problem at all. Our guests loved every single dish that was served (prime rib, chicken, and salmon). My husband and I had the prime rib and it was cooked to perfection, juicy and tender. Drinks and cocktails were a 10/10 as well! We absolutely recommend the Tahoe Gal for private charters and their scheduled cruises as well!!!"
— KRISTI M. | WEDDING RECEPTION
"We hosted our rehearsal dinner / night-before-our-wedding celebration on The Tahoe Gal, and it could not have been a better experience. From the very beginning, the new owner was an absolute delight to work with—making everything smooth, easy, and reassuring during what is already a busy time. The dinner itself was fantastic. Our guests had multiple meal options, and the crew managed to take individual orders and serve over 70 people with great timing and efficiency. Everyone loved their meals, and we heard nothing but compliments. The entire staff—from the captains to the bartenders—was friendly, professional, and genuinely made us feel taken care of. Hosting such a special occasion on Lake Tahoe aboard The Tahoe Gal created a memory we'll never forget. We're so grateful for the care and attention to detail and would highly recommend them for any special event."
— NICOLE D. | REHEARSAL DINNER
"My husband and I were celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary and spent our last evening at Lake Tahoe on the Tahoe Gal! The service was great and so was the food. The sunset was spectacular and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole evening!"
— DONNA & TRAVIS C. | 50TH ANNIVERSARY
