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“Great experience. Well worth the price. Our tour guide Aidan was very knowledgeable and gave us a history lesson about the city of Austin, the lakes and the bat habitats. Honestly my favorite part. Once you get a hang of the kayak (for the first…”
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.
“This is an excellent option for people who want the best view of the bats.”
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 was my first time kayaking and I really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the guide giving an explanation on the history of the bats and the city”
Experience the glow of translucent kayaks on the San Marcos River at night. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers seeking a surreal aquatic adventure.
“We enjoyed the whole tour, from beginning to end. Our tour instructor was great! He was very patient with a few that were not able to keep up and went back to help them out.”
Experience a magical sunset paddle along the San Marcos River in clear, glow-lit kayaks. Perfect for wildlife lovers and adventure seekers alike.
“We loved this adventure. Very cool clear kayaks. The guide was very helpful getting us in and out. The tour was cool. Would like to try during the day sometime!”
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.”
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.
“Great, staff was so nice! But wouldn't use this site again. Much cheaper if you go directly in person (50% mark up through here)”
Experience downtown Austin from the water on a 2-hour kayak tour, enjoying skyline views, architecture, and wildlife with friendly guides for $50.
“I went kayaking for the first time yesterday and it was an awesome experience! Our guide, Austin, was amazing — very friendly and talkative. He kept the conversation going the whole time and shared a lot of interesting facts. I really enjoyed it and had…”
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.
“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.”
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.
“Great experience, awesome view from the river. The host did a great job letting everyone getting there bearings and getting the feel for it.”
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.
“Tour guide was amazing. He was very friendly and well knowledgeable about the tour. Tonight was the perfect temperature to be out on the lake. Wish him the best in school.”
A million bats at dusk, brisket worth the line and music every night.