Giant Paddleboard Sunset Tour: Downtown Austin Experience

Experience the advantages of a giant paddleboard over a kayak on a sunset tour in downtown Austin. Stay with your group, stay dry, and enjoy a comfortable trip. No weight limit!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 5 East Ave - This is the best way to experience the bats hands down. The journey on the 3-6 person giant paddle board starts with epic downtown views during the day, continues with the sunset, then observing the 1.5 million bats fly out and ends the night paddling back after dark in the city glow.
    June update: The sunset is directly aligned with…
What's Included
  • Giant paddleboard provided
  • Life jackets for all participants
  • Paddles included
  • Complimentary photos
  • Dry cooler for storage and seating
Additional Information

The giant paddleboard offers various advantages over a kayak. It allows you to remain with your friends or family on a single board, enjoying a communal experience. It offers you the option to stay fully dry, which eliminates the need for a trip back to your accommodation before and after. This undoubtedly results in significant time and money savings….

Location
5 East Ave
East Avenue
This google doc has all the info you need. It includes a google maps link, a video tour of where to park and meet me UNDER THE BRIDGE and more. You really. need to read it now and again the day of your trip. https://tinyurl.com/boatsandbatsmeetupinfo
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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N4766epracheld
Oct 29, 2024
Above and Beyond Expectations - We did the giant paddleboard as a family of four (two teens) and we all LOVED it! We had the best view of the bats and great education throughout the tour. We did a tour boat once when the kids were younger and this was by far more up close and more exciting. Ross and Chris went above and beyond with taking pictures of us with the city behind us, plus sticking close and chatting with us at different points along the trip. We learned a lot about Austin, the Colorado river and the dams, and the bats. The information they shared was above and beyond what I anticipated. 5 stars and next time we are in town we will be doing this again! We did it on a weeknight and it was a great size group, but not as overwhelming as I would expect the weekends are. Either way, worth every penny!
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B950drkelseyr
Oct 26, 2024
10/10 Date night - Excellent experience! Would recommend for the views at sunset. Amazing photos and great guides. He was very knowledgeable about the bats. Went on a double date and had a blast
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Shauntellet1
Sep 22, 2024
Amazing experience!!! Definitely a bucket list item to check off, living in Austin!! - Such an amazing experience! All 5 teenagers said this tour was magical !!! 15 years living in Austin and this is definitely a bucket list tour! Shea was so helpful and made the experience go off without a hitch!! Will be booking again!! Made my daughters 18th birthday one to remember 💗 Thank you! Shauntelle Thompson
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Alena_w
Aug 25, 2024
Fun - Great customer service and really fun experience. Equipment was in great shape. We all had a great time and the bats were really cool
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Johnnjalyn_m
Aug 11, 2024
Great memories! - We did not know what to expect but knew we wanted an outdoor family activity. We had to work together to move our boat down the river and felt so accomplished when we really got it moving. The communication it required from my three teenagers filled my heart! The guides were really knowledgeable about the bats and made the experience so worth it. My son is yapping about taking a date next time! Thank you boats and bats for a great new memory!
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Inspiration271719
Jul 31, 2024
Fun paddle, great crew, cool bat experience! - We had a great time with Boats and Bats, the guides were super nice and the tour was really interesting and fun. It was cool having the mix of a free paddle and the guided bat portion. Very cool experience and highly recommend!
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D95rrryanb
Jul 29, 2024
Amazing experience! - Arguably one of my family’s coolest experiences! My experience with Boats and Bats in Austin was exceptional! Aaron and his crew were second to none—thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly accommodating. The entire tour was well-organized and truly enjoyable. My kids LOVED it! The highlights of the trip were undoubtedly the stunning sunset, the breathtaking skyline, particularly after the sun went down, and, of course, the famous bats. Watching the bats emerge at dusk was a spectacular sight, and Aaron's insightful commentary added so much to the experience. If you're looking for a memorable way to explore Austin, I highly recommend Boats and Bats. It's an unforgettable experience that combines nature, history, and the beauty of the city in a unique and delightful way. Five stars!
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Resort56824772477
Jul 20, 2024
Fun experience - We had so much fun on the giant paddle board. The bats were very cool to look at. Everyone was so nice and the tow back to the meet point was great!
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Christina_in_sc
Jul 2, 2024
Well organized and great pictures! - Aaron was very organized and provided great information on the meetup site, kayaking tips, general river and water flows between the dams, and bat colony information. Definitely say yes to a beach chair and a tow - made the trip perfect!! 👸🏻🦇🌜 Also they thoughtfully took pictures of the groups for free!! Thank you!
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Andrea_w
Jun 30, 2024
Great experience! - Nice kayak to the bridge. Very informative about the bats. Beautiful skyline. It was a really fun experience. I would recommend, because if you want to stand at the bridge or places around it, you’re not going to get a good view. The guide will shine a red light so you can see the bats coming out. I’ve never kayaked before, it was surprisingly not bad. I didn’t even think about getting wet, so bring a change of clothes or dress appropriately.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).