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“such a unique experience! nico and the other tour guides were great and made the experience memorable for us.”
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.
“absolutely fantastic tour! even if you don't get to see the bats exit the bridge it is worth it for the views and history of the city. plus the guides are locals so they know all the best breakfast taco spots! take the tour to…”
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.
“Aaron is a great host! Him and his crew got us safely to Congress Bridge and told us so many bat facts! They accommodated us when we needed a paddle board instead of a kayak, which was much appreciated. If you’re considering this tour, just…”
Experience Austin's sunsets and bats from a small-group kayak tour, with expert guides, stunning city views, and an intimate atmosphere for $55.
“Enjoyed our tour with Olivia. The views were great, the stories/fun facts, and the bats are cool too.”
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.
“It was our 1st time in Austin so the tour was great to get a little history of Austin and see local sights!”
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.
“An Amazing evening on the water! To see the Bats 🦇 make their Beautiful flight from the water was Spectacular !!”
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.
“Great trip kayaking for sunset in Austin and saw the bats. Tour guide was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and kind and we felt very safe.”
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.
“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.