Austin
The sunset cruises: golden hour on the water with the skyline going pink, sometimes with a million bats as the closing act. Texas sunsets do not require assistance, but the bats help.
Experience stunning sunset views over Lake Travis with a BYOB boat tour in Austin. Enjoy small groups, captain commentary, and photo ops for an authentic evening on the water.
Most Popular“A relaxing and fun evening for experiencing beautiful Lake Travis. We enjoyed the small group feel and family friendly vibe.”
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 Austin’s scenic lake views on a relaxing 45-minute sunset boat cruise, with BYOB, knowledgeable guides, and stunning sights.
“Chris K. Was super friendly and knowledgeable throughout our tour ride. I would definitely recommend!”
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 at sunset with a scenic boat cruise and guided city drive, including bat sightings (Mar–Oct). Small group, expert guides, memorable sights.
“Owen picked us up from our hotel and gave us a wonderful tour of the city. Owen was very knowledgable and informative and gave us a very entertaining history of Austin. He was very receptive to our questions. We loved the quirky lesser know sites…”
Experience a magical sunset paddle along the San Marcos River in clear, glow-lit kayaks. Perfect for wildlife lovers and adventure seekers alike.
“It was the best part of a 3 day trip. Trey was a great guide and very helpful. He offered a lot of information and answered all of our questions. He also made sure we didn't miss any of the wildlife. The boats were easy…”
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.”
Experience Austin from the water on a private giant paddleboard, watch the bats emerge at sunset, and enjoy stunning city views — all for $55.
“Awesome giant paddle tour, nice and stable for three adults. There was a thubderstorm right before but we still managed to get out and the skies were pretty clear.”
Experience stunning sunset views on Lake Austin with a 2-hour boat cruise, including stops at iconic sites like Pennybacker Bridge. Perfect for memorable evenings.
“My aunt and uncle were visiting Austin for the first time, and we found Austin Boat Adventure online as a fun way to show them the city. We couldn’t have been happier with the experience. Shane, our captain, was fantastic. He took us on a…”
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 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 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…”
Experience Austin from the water on a sunset kayak tour, with beginner lessons, stunning city views, and a chance to see the famous bats emerge.
“Connor was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and fun! Had an absolute blast! I would definitely recommend this experience to others!”
Experience a relaxing sunset boat tour on Lake Austin for only $35, showcasing stunning bridges, hill country views, music, and drinks in a laid-back setting.
“A beautiful way to see Lake Austin. Our boat captain was knowledgeable and friendly. The homes along the banks were spectacular”
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!”
A million bats at dusk, brisket worth the line and music every night.