Sunset Bat Tour: Ultimate Bat Watching Experience

Join our Sunset Bat Kayak Tour in Austin for skyline views, bat facts, and a spectacular bat emergence. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching - The guide will lead visitors to the renowned Congress Avenue Bridge to witness the spectacular flight of the Mexican Free-Tailed Bats emerging from beneath the bridge.
  • Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail - Participants will paddle along the scenic Hike and Bike trail on Lady Bird Lake.
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What's Included
  • Paddle
  • Guide
  • Kayak
  • Water
Additional Information

Join our expert guides for an unforgettable bat watching adventure!

The Sunset Bat Tour provides breathtaking views of the Downtown Austin Skyline, intriguing insights about the local bat colony, and the opportunity to witness 1.5 million Mexican Free-Tailed bats take flight from the renowned bat bridge.

Conveniently located just minutes from the Congress Avenue Bridge.

Location
74 Trinity St
Trinity Street
We are located at the Waller Creek Boathouse. We will meet downstairs near the kayak paddles.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Travis_w
May 4, 2026
This was an excellent... - This was an excellent experience! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and interested in our questions. She helped this be a fun experience. The water was very calm, the weather was perfect and the bats put on an amazing “show”!
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Brittanysi2768up
May 1, 2026
Austin bat tour on Kayak - Such a great way to end the evening in Austin!!
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Kristaht7691sz
Apr 24, 2026
Amazing experience - This was an amazing experience - highly recommend. My daughter and I loved the beautiful scenery of the city and all the bats were truly a spectacular experience! Mom & daughter from Massachusetts
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Sara_w
Apr 13, 2026
Amazing tour! - This guided tour was phenomenal! We learned some history about the city and buildings and of course everything bars!! Highly recommend!!
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Mary_r
Apr 7, 2026
Dont Miss Out - This was so much fun! We were able to see so many bats. They offer double or single kayaks. My kids had so much fun with such a beautiful view of the city. Highly recommend for anyone spending time in Austin!!
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Deanna_h
Mar 30, 2026
Must do! - This was a great tour! Guides are informative and have great recommendations for places to eat after!
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Katw521
Mar 19, 2026
Fun experience! - Fun experience and Ethan was an excellent guide!
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Kirsten_h
Mar 16, 2026
Marvelous Sunset Bat-watching Kayak Tour - It is an easy kayak tour; not strenuous at all; very relaxing cruising. Watching 1000s and more bats coming from underneath the bridge is amazing!
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Aaron_d
Mar 7, 2026
An amazing experience,... - An amazing experience, the horses were well trained and beautiful scenery throughout the entire trail
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Justin_t
Apr 21, 2026
Buyer Beware - Booked this because it said “good weather required.” It was raining steadily and they still ran the tour. When I asked about it, they said they only cancel for lightning… which is not what the listing says. That’s misleading, plain and simple. Even worse, they wouldn’t work with us at all after the fact. No flexibility, no effort to make it right. Plenty of other kayak options in Austin… I’d go with one that’s actually upfront about their policies.
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From $55
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).