Terms & Conditions

Last updated: January 1, 2026

Welcome to Tahoe Tastings (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website, services, or booking any experience with us, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. Use of Website

This website is provided for informational and booking purposes only. You agree to use this site lawfully and not for any prohibited or harmful activity.

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the website at any time without notice.

2. Eligibility & Age Requirement

You must be at least 21 years of age to participate in any Tahoe Tastings experience involving alcohol. By booking with us, you confirm that all guests in your party meet this requirement and will provide valid government-issued ID upon request. If you have an older teen in your party that you’d like to have join you on a ticketed wine cruise, please contact us for an exception to the age restriction. All ages are welcome on private charters, guests under 13 are required to wear a life jacket for the duration of the charter per California law.

3. Bookings & Payments

All bookings are subject to availability and confirmation.

  • A deposit or full payment may be required at the time of booking, depending on the type of booking being made.

  • Prices are listed in USD and are subject to change without notice.

  • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at our discretion.

4. Cancellation & Refund Policy

You must request to cancel your standard daily tour booking at least 48 hours in advance of your departure date and time. No refunds will be given if you cancel within 48 hours of your booking or if any member of your party is a no-show. We start boarding 15 minutes prior to departure, we cannot wait for late guests. PRIVATE CHARTER CANCELLATION REQUIRES 14 DAYS ADVANCE NOTICE TO RECEIVE 100% REFUND, 7-13 DAYS ADVANCE NOTICE WILL RECEIVE 50% REFUND, ZERO REFUND IF LESS THAN 7 DAYS NOTICE IS GIVEN. Please allow 7 days for all refund processing.

WEATHER AND WATER CONDITIONS ON LAKE TAHOE CAN CHANGE AT ANY TIME. VESSEL OPERATION IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CAPTAIN. IF THE CAPTAIN DECIDES TO CHANGE OR RESCHEDULE A CRUISE WE WILL CONTACT YOU BY PHONE, TEXT AND EMAIL – A CELL PHONE NUMBER IS REQUIRED

5. Assumption of Risk

By participating in any Tahoe Tastings experience, including but not limited to boat charters, wine tastings, transportation, and outdoor activities, you acknowledge and assume all risks associated with these activities.

You understand that these experiences may involve inherent risks including but not limited to weather conditions, water activities, travel, and alcohol consumption.

6. Liability Waiver

By purchasing this/these ticket(s), I HEREBY UNCONDITIONALLY AND EXPRESSLY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS, known or unknown, of bodily injury, debt or property damage involved with boating and participating in a Tour Boat Excursion, including but not limited to equipment failure, perils of the lake, acts of other participants, alcohol consumption, and adverse water and weather conditions, including the risk of physical or emotional injury, dismemberment, and/or death or property damage, and I HEREBY ASSUME SUCH RISKS.

In addition, I HEREBY UNCONDITIONALLY AND EXPRESSLY ASSUME, ACKNOWLEDGE, AND ACCEPT ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND RISKS arising out of or related to the acts and/or omissions and/or potential negligence of the Released Party in enforcing any rules, regulations or guidelines and/or in operating and managing the premises or facilities where the tour boat excursion is taking place. I am voluntarily participating in the Tour Boat Excursion and activities.

I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE DUTY TO EXERCISE REASONABLE CARE FOR MY OWN SAFETY AND I AGREE TO DO SO.

I agree to forever discharge and release the Tahoe Tastings, the Golden Rose, its employees and agents, the owner(s) of Tahoe Tastings, the Golden Rose, and affiliates, from any and all responsibility or liability for any and all injuries or damages. I agree NOT to make a claim against or sue any of the above parties for injuries or damages whether they arise or result from any NEGLIGENCE or other liability, EVEN IN CASES OF GROSS NEGLIGENCE. I further specifically agree, on behalf of myself, my heirs and assigns, to indemnify and hold harmless the released parties for any and all causes of action arising as a consequence of any incidents which might occur as a consequence of my participation in any activities with or involving the released parties.

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT EVERY MEMBER OF MY PARTY MUST SIGN A LIABILITY WAIVER THEMSELVES IN ORDER TO TAKE PART IN ANY TAHOE TASTINGS BOATING EXCURSION AND I WILL SHARE THAT LINK WITH THEM.

Link to the Liability Waiver will be sent to the customer in the Booking Confirmation email, as well as by text, the day prior to departure.

7. Alcohol Responsibility

Guests are responsible for their own alcohol consumption. We reserve the right to refuse service to any guest who appears intoxicated or disruptive.

Tahoe Tastings promotes responsible drinking and is not liable for any consequences resulting from excessive alcohol consumption.

8. Conduct

Guests are expected to behave respectfully toward staff, crew, and other guests. We reserve the right to terminate an experience without refund if a guest behaves in an unsafe, illegal, or disruptive manner.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, and branding, is the property of Tahoe Tastings and may not be used or reproduced without written permission.

10. Third-Party Services

Tahoe Tastings may partner with third-party vendors (such as wineries, boat operators, transportation providers). We are not responsible for the actions, services, or policies of these third parties.

11. Privacy

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your personal information.

12. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

Your continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

14. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Tahoe Tastings
Email: info@tahoetastings.com
Website: www.tahoetastings.com

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