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“Amazing! Stunning views and captain was informative and super fun! Looking forward to booking another trip :)”
Experience Austin at sunset with a scenic boat cruise and guided city drive, including bat sightings (Mar–Oct). Small group, expert guides, memorable sights.
“Very good, disappointed the boat didn’t travel further on the lake , also unfortunately The bats were due to migrate therefore not as many as there should be.”
Discover Lake Austin with an engaging, small-group boat tour featuring full sun shading, insightful guides, and stunning shoreline views—perfect for relaxing explorers.
“Our second time taking this tour and just as fabulous as the first! Wonderful way to see a different version of Austin and its nature! Relaxing and very entertaining. Spencer was our boat captain both times and he did 10/10! Tons of history and knowledge…”
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.
“Just the peace of mind being out on the lake. Leo was great. Learned a lot about the lake!”
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.
“Captain Leo was great! We all enjoyed the ride on the lake. Boat was clean and comfortable, learned a lot about the area”
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.
“Had a great evening! Got a small tour if the car by car and a very pleasant boat experience The bats were super cool to see and it was just a relaxing nite on the water Mike was great ! Thanks!”
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.
“I decided to take this tour because of the reviews and because I thought it would be easier logistically to have a local drive us around. Our guides, Rob and Mike, were on-time and very knowledgeable about Austin and San Antonio. Since the tour only…”
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.
“Had an amazing experience with Tripshepherd on a tour of San Antonio! The company is excellent, and the staff is top-notch. Guides Mike and Bill were exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour both fun and informative. Will definitely use this company again and highly recommend…”
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.
“Just make sure to take everything you might need to make this a fun trip (ex: a sweater, drinks…) & make sure not to leave anything behind. Lucky for us that Luis (boat captain) saw the phones & came right back to return them. I…”
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.
“Very nice relaxing boat ride from 360 Bridge. We got to see Little Italy of Austin which was pretty cool. It is a very nice thing to do as a couple.”
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.
“What a great experience! Our guide Tom added a lot of fun stories to go along with the sites we saw. Overall, had a great time and would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun day on Lake Austin.”
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.