Austin
The kayak trips: sunset paddles on Lady Bird Lake under the bat bridge, plus LED-lit clear kayaks after dark. The skyline from water level is the city’s best free upgrade.
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.
“Such a great time! Loved here over 20+ years and never have done the bats! So happy I did it this way for the first time! Ethan was our guide and he was amazing! Thanks for a cool experience!”
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.
“Sunset in Austin, paddling Lady Bird Lake, and waiting for millions of bats to take flight under the Congress Avenue Bridge was the best possible way to spend our evening! The Bats And Boats kayak tour was so fun, our guides were great, and we…”
Experience the glow of translucent kayaks on the San Marcos River at night. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers seeking a surreal aquatic adventure.
“This was a very last minute booked tour. Went seamless! Our guide Ben was fantastic! Awesome date night.”
Experience a magical sunset paddle along the San Marcos River in clear, glow-lit kayaks. Perfect for wildlife lovers and adventure seekers alike.
“I had a great time, but it is a test for relationships to see if you can work together. Enjoy it very much so.”
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 Quinn was great and kayaking with the sun setting was the most relaxing thing I’ve done in ages and seeing the bats wake up and take flight was magical.”
Explore Austin from a new perspective with a self-guided kayak on Lady Bird Lake. Enjoy calm waters, scenic city views, and flexible timing for $32.
“We had suchba fantastic afternoon. We were with our two adult sons (20 and 23) so a great way to spend time.”
Experience downtown Austin from the water on a 2-hour kayak tour, enjoying skyline views, architecture, and wildlife with friendly guides for $50.
“Great daytime activity to enjoy on a warm day in Austin! I brought my parents out in the Lake and they had no problem keeping up. 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 took a Scout Troop (7 teenage girls and 3 leaders) on this adventure and we all had a great time. The guides (John and Dave) are fantastic and we loved that our kayaking group got to paddle the farthest--I believe it was 3 miles…”
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.”
Discover Austin’s skyline and Barton Springs from the water on a guided 2-hour kayaking tour. Perfect for beginners seeking scenic, authentic Austin views.
“Great activity and a wonderful way to experience a city and it's architecture and nature simultaneously.”
Experience Austin at night with glow-in-the-dark kayaks on Lady Bird Lake. Enjoy skyline views, wildlife, and a relaxing paddle for $75 per person.
“Had so much fun! Would definitely recommend! Patrick our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful Will do again”
Enjoy a 2-hour kayak rental on Lady Bird Lake in Austin for $30. Experience stunning city skyline views, wildlife, and the famous Congress Ave bat bridge with expert guidance.
“Fun, exciting and you will get a little wet. Shawn was very friendly and I definitely recommend trying”
Experience Austin from a unique perspective with a clear kayak tour on Lady Bird Lake, combining stunning city views with local natural beauty for $55.
“Very informative tour, beautiful skyline. Satvik is very knowledgeable about what we saw but also beyond. It was a great benefit that he is born and raised in Austin.”
A million bats at dusk, brisket worth the line and music every night.