KAYAK LOVERS
The water worth the paddle.
The 10 austin kayaking tours travellers paddle most, gathered in one place. Where each route takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the trip, and what a seat in the boat costs.
Paddle at night under Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge to watch millions of bats fly, with an easy beginner lesson and skyline views.
Most Popular“such a unique experience! nico and the other tour guides were great and made the experience memorable for us.”
Kayak under Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge at sunset to watch millions of Mexican free-tailed bats spill into the sky.
Kayak Austin at sunset and watch millions of bats leave Congress Avenue Bridge. Small-group 2.5-hour tour with lights included.
“After a day of work this was a fantastic way to enjoy and relax. Time on the water and watching bats was wonderful.”
Crystal Kayak Glow Tour in San Marcos. Night paddle on the spring-fed San Marcos River with a small English-speaking group.
“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.”
Glide the clear San Marcos River in a glow-lit kayak and spot fish, turtles, and more with a guide during golden hour.
“It was way better than I had anticipated.”
Kayak Lady Bird Lake at sunset to see Austin’s Mexican free-tailed bats over Congress Avenue Bridge in a small group.
“Very informative and very fun! We were able to learn a lot about Austin’s history while kayaking. The bats were really cool to see as well and our tour guide did a great job guiding us to see all the best things !”
Self-guided single or double kayak rental on Lady Bird Lake in Austin with Downtown views, calm paddling, and wildlife. 2 hours.
Paddle Lady Bird Lake for an easy downtown Austin skyline cruise, guided safety + instruction, wildlife sightings, and great photos for $50.
“I went kayaking for the first time yesterday and it was an awesome experience!”
Downtown Austin giant paddleboard at sunset to watch Congress Ave Bridge bats, with stable boards, gear, and a guidebook perk.
“Even though I thought I purchased the glow pass and we didn't get it, we all had a great time. Even had a great tow back.”
Paddle at sunset to Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony, then glide back with skyline views from the water.
“We visited Austin to drop-off our son at UT. Whilst there we booked the Bat Kayak tour based on the trip Advisor reviews - it did not disappoint. Parking & check-in was easy, and our guide John was great filling to tour with fun facts. Paddling on the lake was easy & relaxing. All in…”
Every paddle worth taking, place by place.
