Austin
The bat watching trips: kayaks and boats holding the best seats below the Congress Avenue Bridge as over a million bats spiral out on summer evenings. The emergence runs minutes; the memory holds longer.
Experience the magic of Austin’s bats from the water on a guided kayak tour. Watch over a million bats take flight at sunset for an unforgettable evening.
Most Popular“We did this last year and one of the best experiences. I will forever remember this. I would highly recommend this tour!”
Discover Austin’s iconic bat viewing from below on a 2-hour sunset kayak tour, combining city skyline views with the magic of a bat emergence.
“Holden was the perfect guide! He was knowledgeable, fun to chat with and did an excellent job making my first-time Kayaking experience amazing! The views were incredible and we had the best view of the bats. Highly recommend!!”
Experience downtown Austin from the water with this sunset kayak tour, view 1.5 million bats, enjoy stunning skyline views, and learn in a relaxed setting.
“This experience was pretty cool in so many was, from the welcoming tour guides, watching groups of rowers, seeing pontoon boat tours, the beautiful city skyline lit up at night, and of course learning some history about the bats, as they fly all around. My…”
Experience Austin's sunsets and bats from a small-group kayak tour, with expert guides, stunning city views, and an intimate atmosphere for $55.
“Our guide shared great information about the bats and the city. He was great at answering questions.”
Discover Austin’s highlights on this small group night tour, including a sunset boat cruise to see bats, city sights, and local insights for $99.
“Had a great evening! Got a small tour if the car by car and a very pleasant boat experience The bats were super cool to see and it was just a relaxing nite on the water Mike was great ! Thanks!”
Experience Austin from the water on a private giant paddleboard, watch the bats emerge at sunset, and enjoy stunning city views — all for $55.
“The tour guides were awesome. They explained so much about the bats while flying keeping everyone engaged. This is where you want to be if you ever come to experience the Austin Bats”
Experience Austin’s iconic bats from the water on this guided kayak tour, blending stunning skyline views with a natural spectacle for $49.
“We visited Austin to drop-off our son at UT. Whilst there we booked the Bat Kayak tour based on the trip Advisor reviews - it did not disappoint. Parking & check-in was easy, and our guide John was great filling to tour with fun facts.…”
Experience Austin’s iconic bat flight from the water on this sunset kayaking or paddleboarding tour, guided by friendly experts. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
“Our guides were awesome and helped us navigate the river the entire time. They told us facts about Austin and Lady Bird river. They led us to a great spot to view the bats. It was an overall great experience.”
Experience Austin’s famed bat colony from a kayak at sunset. Enjoy expert guides, wildlife views, and stunning skyline for $54.99 per person.
“Such a relaxing and enjoyable experience. The bats were neat to see and our guide was very knowledgeable.”
Experience Austin's stunning sunset and bat emergence from Lady Bird Lake on a clear kayak tour. Perfect for nature lovers and city explorers alike.
“My sister and I did this tour to try and see the bats in Austin, knowing that they may be going out of season. The night was a great success! Drew was an amazing and friendly guide and made sure we had the best experience…”
Experience Austin’s only self-operated glow paddleboard tour on Lady Bird Lake, combining city skyline views, bat sightings, and illuminated paddling for a unique night adventure.
“Becca was an awesome tour guide, great experience. We got there early and we got close to the bats. There were so many and we got back at a good time.”
Experience Austin’s iconic sunset with a kayak tour to see 1.5 million bats, guided by friendly experts, including photos, all for $54 per person.
“I really enjoyed the sunset kayak , beautiful view of downtown Austin , our guide gave us some free time to paddle around before we met up under the bridge, where we learned about the history of the bats.”
Explore Austin’s vibrant nightlife with a 3-hour guided tour featuring sunset bat viewing from a rooftop, historic sights, and visits to award-winning local bars.
“Astrid was a wonderful hostess! She had lots of great insight into the city and was wonderful company the entire evening. I really appreciated her getting to know me throughout the evening and tailoring her recommendations of other things to do based off my interests”
Experience Austin’s magic on a 2-hour giant paddleboard tour featuring sunset views, bats, and downtown skyline, with great guides and photos included.
“10/10 ⭐️ Das war fantastisch! Must-do in Austin 🥰 Großartiges Team. Super Equipment. Wunderschöne Paddeltour zur Fledermausbrücke ❤️ Wir würden jederzeit wieder mit Boats and Bats buchen!”
Experience Austin’s skyline and bat colony on a glow paddleboard tour. Enjoy sunset views, colorful lights, and expert-guided nature and city sights.
“If you’re looking for something fun to do in Austin, check out Boats and Bats! It’s an amazing experience — perfect for families and kids who’ll love every moment. The guides are super helpful and make it easy for everyone, even beginners. As the sun…”
A million bats at dusk, brisket worth the line and music every night.