Austin
The lake days: BYOB pontoons and sunset cruises on the water that keeps Austin sane in summer. Lake Travis brings the cliff scenery; Lake Austin brings the calm.
Experience Austin’s scenic lake views on a relaxing 45-minute sunset boat cruise, with BYOB, knowledgeable guides, and stunning sights.
Most Popular“Went on sunset cruise. Was cloudy, so not much of a sunset, but wonderful peaceful cruise on lake austin. Captain Craig was informative, but not overbearing. We enjoyed the quiet senic trip very much. Christmas lights were on for the return trip, very beautiful. I…”
Experience Austin at sunset with a scenic boat cruise and guided city drive, including bat sightings (Mar–Oct). Small group, expert guides, memorable sights.
“My wife and I had a fantastic tour and Bill was fantastic! He showed us places in Austin we’d never had known about which led to us having pictures taken that will, along with our memories, last a lifetime! Amazing experience and Bill was top…”
Discover Lake Austin with an engaging, small-group boat tour featuring full sun shading, insightful guides, and stunning shoreline views—perfect for relaxing explorers.
“Though it's listed as a "Pontoon" Lake ride, it was actually VERY exciting!! Our captain handled the wakes like a pro. Renaldo was amazing. Very personable, funny and extremely considerate. I will say that after we booked, we found the same tour for 50.00 cheaper/…”
Explore Lake Austin on a comfortable, guided boat tour with full sun shading. Discover iconic sights, wildlife, and luxury homes in a relaxing two-hour cruise.
“It was an awesome experience. Our boat captain Reynaldo was very knowledgeable about the adventure. Me and my husband enjoyed it immensely.”
Discover Austin's scenic Lake Austin on a private 2-hour pontoon cruise with full sun shading, expert guides, and stunning waterfront views perfect for memorable photos.
“Spencer was such a great captain and he made the tour so enjoyable for myself and for my family! He even showed us where the celebrity homes are, which is iconic in and of itself.”
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.
“John was such a knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. He was so helpful answering all of my questions. I also saw tons of bats on the boat ride which was just amazing. Great tour! Make sure to ask for John as your guide.”
Explore San Antonio’s key sights—The Alamo, Tower of the Americas, River Walk—on a small-group tour from Austin, with expert guides and included attractions.
“It was an 8 hour day, but the day was fun and full of stops and an extremely knowledgeable tour guide.”
Discover San Antonio’s top sights on a 7-hour guided trip from Austin, including the Alamo, Mission San José, Tower of the Americas, and a River Walk cruise, with hotel pickup.
“We had a very nice day trip. We traveled w an infant and 4yo. Great assistance getting us around w the kids. Thoroughly enjoyed all of the sights! Worth the $ to sit back and not worry about driving.”
Enjoy a 1-hour shared boat cruise on Lake Austin for breathtaking views, scenic stops, and BYOB fun. Perfect for relaxing and exploring Austin's shoreline.
“Like most activities in Austin, it’s pricey. The boat captain was really kind and very knowledgeable. The parking is silly. It’s $5 per person (!) and you park on the street if you can find something. I’d rather give the money to the captain.”
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…”
Discover the best way to experience Lake Travis with this private 3-hour boat cruise, perfect for groups up to 12, featuring stunning views and expert captains.
“Wonderful afternoon on Lake Travis. Service was wonderful and the pontoon was top class and in great condition. We will return!”
Discover Austin's scenic waters on a 2-hour luxury boat tour with captain, stunning views, BYOB, and stops at iconic lakeside spots—perfect for a memorable lake day.
“This is a must do when visiting Austin! Being out on the water was so tranquil and calming. Our guide, Tom, was amazing and gave so many great facts about the lake with funny insight. He made the tour fun while simultaneously being informative. I…”
Experience a 3-hour private boat tour on Lake Austin, exploring celebrity homes, Little Venice, and scenic views—perfect for relaxing groups seeking a personalized adventure.
“Rob was a fantastic tour guide. Filled with lots of information and insights on the area. We had a great, relaxing time Thank you so much. We loved it😀”
Discover Lake Austin aboard a luxury boat with stunning views, party cove fun, and customizable playlists. Perfect for a private celebration or relaxed day on the water.
Enjoy a private 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Austin with stunning views, BYOB, and personalized service, perfect for celebrating with friends.
“Mason was a great host and driver for our bachelor/bachelorette boat ride! He was very easy to talk to and made our trip memorable and fun! I would enjoy using Austin Boat Rentals again!”
A million bats at dusk, brisket worth the line and music every night.