TAHOE CITY BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Slow-rolling Lake Tahoe: Multi-day on a 25' Southbay Pontoon from Tahoe City
Rent a Southbay 25' pontoon for up to 11 people and cruise Lake Tahoe’s iconic West Shore with bimini shade, Bluetooth stereo and flexible multi-day delivery or pickup options.
Slow-rolling Lake Tahoe: Multi-day on a 25' Southbay Pontoon from Tahoe City.
From Tahoe City, Sunnyside Watersports outfits a Southbay 25' pontoon for multi-day rentals, a cruisy platform built for groups up to 11 that pairs simple comforts — Bluetooth stereo, bimini shade and required safety gear — with the freedom to explore the West Shore at your own pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Comfort and capacity for a day (or several) on the water
The Southbay 25' pontoon accommodates up to 11 passengers and comes equipped with a Bluetooth stereo, life jackets, safety equipment and a bimini shade — essentials for relaxed, social cruising.
Cruise the iconic West Shore
The pontoon is intended for cruising the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, making it a straightforward way to experience the lake’s shoreline from the water.
Multi-day flexibility and delivery options
Multi-day rentals begin at 10 a.m. with return at 10 a.m. on the final day; Sunnyside offers free delivery to lakefront houses or buoys on the West Shore (Sugar Pine Point to GarWoods) and discounts for longer bookings.
What the day feels like
What it feels like to run a pontoon across Tahoe
The multi-day pontoon rental is a low-stress way to string together a few shoreline days: slow morning departures, playlists over the Bluetooth stereo, a shaded cockpit under the bimini, and the option to park the boat nearby or have it delivered to your lakefront buoy for an extended stay on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Multi-day rentals begin at 10:00 a.m. on the first day and must be returned by 10:00 a.m. on the final day of the reservation.
Life jackets, wet suits and tow ropes are included; you may add one free add-on (e.g., a floating tube or cooler) for up to 10 days; additional add-ons cost $75 per item for up to 10 days.
You may pick up the pontoon at Sunnyside or have it delivered to your lakefront house or buoy. Delivery is free anywhere on the West Shore between Sugar Pine Point and GarWoods; outside that corridor delivery costs $75 each way. The main renter(s) and operator(s) must be present at drop-off.
The first tank of fuel is included in the multi-day rate; rentals must be returned with a full tank and customers pay for any additional fuel used. Rates start from $2,936.20 for a 2-day rental and discounts apply for longer bookings; Sunnyside requires a 50% deposit at booking with cancellations allowed up to 72 hours before the rental (deposit forfeited if canceled within 72 hours).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can the 25' pontoon hold?
The Southbay 25' pontoon accommodates up to 11 people.
What are the age requirements to rent and operate the boat?
Renters and operators must be 25 years old or older.
Are dogs allowed on the rental boats?
No — dogs are not allowed on rental boats.
Can I anchor, beach the boat, or tie up to a pier or dock?
No — anchoring, beaching boats, or tying up on piers/docks is prohibited; if stopping at a lakeside restaurant you must use the restaurant’s boat valet service.
What add-ons are available and what do they cost?
Available add-ons include floating tubes and coolers. Sunnyside offers one free add-on for up to 10 days; each additional add-on costs $75 per item for up to 10 days. Life jackets, wet suits and tow ropes are included in the rental rate.
What is the cancellation policy and deposit requirement?
Sunnyside requires a 50% deposit at booking. Cancellations are allowed up to 72 hours before the booking; cancellations within 72 hours forfeit the 50% deposit.
Is fuel included?
The first tank of fuel is included with multi-day rentals; customers must return the boat with a full tank and pay for any additional fuel they use during the rental.