Full Moon & Sunset Paddles

Float in a kayak on the clear blue water while the sun sets the sky on fire, the full moon rises, and the stars twinkle! The water will be calm and quiet as the wind dies down and other boats button up for the night. Increase your knowledge of astronomy with jaw dropping views of Lake Tahoe illuminated by the light of the full moon. We paddle for about two hours before landing on the beach to cap it all off with hot drinks, snacks, and more stargazing on the beach.

When the moon isn't full, Sunset paddles are still offered.

Lessons and Tours	Time	Distance	Difficulty	Location	Minimum	Cost
Full Moon Kayak Tours	Times vary, 3 hours	1-4 miles	Easy - Moderate	Tahoe Vista Recreation Area	1 4 per trip	$80	Book
Sunset Kayak Tour	Times vary, 3 hours	1-3 miles	Easy - Moderate	Tahoe Vista Recreation Area	4	$80	Book

Full Moon Kayak Tours

Explore Lake Tahoe Under the Full Moon!

Float in a kayak on the clear blue water while the sun sets the sky on fire, the full moon rises, and the stars twinkle! The water will be calm and quiet as the wind dies down and other boats button up for the night. Increase your knowledge of astronomy with jaw dropping views of Lake Tahoe illuminated by the light of the full moon. We paddle for about two hours before landing on the beach to cap it all off with hot drinks, snacks, and more stargazing on the beach.

When the moon isn't Full, Sunset paddles are still offered.

Trips include kayak, paddle, life jacket, knowledgeable guides, instruction, natural and human history, astronomy discussions, permit fees. Some personal clothing required.

Not Included: Guide gratuities.

2023 Summer Full Moon Dates:

Thursday May 4th~ Night Before Full Flower Moon ~ 6:00pm-9:00pm
Friday May 5th ~ Full Flower Moon ~ 6:30pm-9:30pm
Friday June 2nd ~ Night Before Full Strawberry Moon ~ 6:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday June 3rd ~ Full Strawberry Moon ~ 7:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday July 2nd ~ Night Before Full Buck Moon ~ 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Monday July 3rd ~ Full Buck Moon ~ 7:30pm-10:30pm
Monday July 31st ~ Night Before Full Sturgeon Moon ~ 6:00pm-9:00pm
Tuesday August 1st ~ Full Sturgeon Moon ~ 6:30pm-9:30pm
Wednesday August 30th ~ Full Blue Moon ~ 6:30-9:30pm
Thursday August 31 ~ Night After Full Blue Moon ~ 6:30pm-9:30pm
Friday September 29th ~ Full Harvest Moon ~ 5:30pm-8:30pm
Saturday September 30th ~ Night After Full Harvest Moon ~ 5:30pm-8:30pm
Friday October 27th ~Night Before Full Hunter’s Moon ~ 4:00pm-7:00pm
Sunday, October 28th ~Full Hunter’s Moon ~ 4:30pm-7:30pm

This tour has a 4 person minimum to run. Single travelers are welcome to join existing groups!

Typical Distance and Time: 1-4 miles. Times vary, 3 hours.
Level of Difficulty: Easy - Moderate.
Location: Tahoe Vista Recreation Area.
Cost: $80 per person, 1 person minimum (4 per trip).

Sunset Kayak Tour

An evening of paddling and watching the night sky.

This kayak trip is a great way to wrap up your day in Tahoe. Offered every Friday as well as other days by reservation. We meet at sunset and get on the water to watch the colors change and the stars appear. We will cover natural and human history and tour the perfect distance before landing on the beach for post-trip snacks and enjoying a Tahoe evening.

Tour includes kayak, paddle, life jacket, knowledgeable guide, instruction, natural and human history discussions, permit fees, and snacks.

Please note, this tour has a 4 person minimum to run. Groups of less than 4 can we be combined with others. Please call if you have a party less than 4.

Typical Distance and Time: 1-3 miles . Times vary, 3 hours.
Level of Difficulty: Easy - Moderate.
Location: Tahoe Vista Recreation Area.
Cost: $80 per person, 4 person minimum.