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“Great experience, no kayak experience needed, fun way to view such an interesting phenomenon! Fun tour guides.”
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.
“I went with my dad and we had a fabulous time and absolutely loved Quinn! He was great and very informative and made everyone feel super relaxed with his chill and positive energy. Definetely recommend and shout out Quinn!”
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.
“Such a unique experience! Our guide was very knowledgable and was prepared with red light to see the bats in the dark. Would recommend adding lights to the kayaks as they can be hard to see by other boaters in the night.”
Experience Austin's sunsets and bats from a small-group kayak tour, with expert guides, stunning city views, and an intimate atmosphere for $55.
“It was an unseasonably warm Austin day but getting on the water was a perfect way to wrap it up. Our guide, Scott, was terrific. He was very knowledgeable about Austin, the skyline, the buildings and of course, the bats. If you want to take…”
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.
“Our tour guide, John, was on time picking us up at our hotel. He was great fun and was a former high school Texas history teacher. He had a bunch of juicy backstories and we throughly enjoyed our time with him. The boat tour was…”
Experience Austin from the water on a private giant paddleboard, watch the bats emerge at sunset, and enjoy stunning city views — all for $55.
“Fun and informative! The tour included some paddle boards and some kayaks, which was interesting. The guides were terrific and created camaraderie while allowing everyone to go at their own pace. Highly recommend!”
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.
“I had SO much fun on the sunset bat tour with Nora as the guide. She made the experience so smooth and easy, and was so informative on everything Austin. It was such a great time, and I’m so happy I went!!! I will definitely…”
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.
“Fun and tranquil experience in hustle bustle Austin. Really amazing to watch the bats fly together at night. Shoutout to our guide Becca for boating with us and being super knowledgeable about the lake and the critters and plants that call it home.”
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.
“My wife, our 13-year-old, and I signed up. We were worried about having three people and how we would split up. But the group was kind enough to give our 13 year-old her own kayak and we could tether it whenever she got tired. It…”
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.
“Hosts gave a great tour with interesting facts about Austin!”
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.