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“The experience was great. It is easy to paddle the kayak. The bats are smaler than I expected but it was pretty nice. Austin and Will were amazing, a lot of information about the city and the bats”
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.
“The operators sent a link to a page that is updated daily with specific instructions- it was very helpful in finding the meet up point. Definitely watch the instruction video because it’s not like there is an address for “under the bridge.” I was nervous…”
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 a great night! Henry was a wonderful guide. We had beautiful weather and the bats gave us a wonderful performance !”
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.
“Personal service and will customize your experience. Knowledgeable friendly and well worth the price”
Experience Austin from the water on a private giant paddleboard, watch the bats emerge at sunset, and enjoy stunning city views — all for $55.
“Great customer service and really fun experience. Equipment was in great shape. We all had a great time and the bats were really cool”
Experience Austin’s iconic bats from the water on this guided kayak tour, blending stunning skyline views with a natural spectacle for $49.
“Beautiful evening on Lady Bird. It was our first time kayaking but John was a great guide. John knew so much about Austin and especially the bats. Seeing millions of bats fly out from the bridge from under them was amazing. This is a must…”
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.
“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.
“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.