Giant Glow Paddleboarding the Downtown Skyline with Bats

Austin, USA

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

There are many people who go out on the water to take in views of Austin and its popular bat colony, but this Austin Skyline and Bats Giant Glow Paddleboard Sunset Tour takes you out on the water after most people have already been out and lets you stay out longer than other experiences, too. Head out on a giant paddleboard with provided glow lights and enjoy the stunning views of Austin.

See the Austin skyline from the water at sunset
Take in views of the city’s well known bat colony soaring in the sky
A guide knows the best areas to go to for the best viewing opportunities
Giant paddleboard, paddles, lifejacket, and dry space are all provided for you

What's Included

We provide the Giant Paddleboards, paddles, life jackets, and a dry empty cooler that you can use as a storage and captions seat. Of course, we also provide the glow lights.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1610 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, USA
You'll get a link with all the info you need once you book. Read that info! But in short, we meet UNDER the interstate 35 bridge on the north side of the river. Be there 15 minutes early. Start times updated weekly so check the link below!!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Congress Bridge Bat

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 178 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.2

based on 6 reviews

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Cancelled without a phone call. Note taped to the door on the time scheduled to start activity.

Melinda_S, Jul 2026

We travel from San Antonio to Austin for this activity ONLY! Since the activity could run late we rented 2 hotels room downtown. This was a planned trip for my daughter’s birthday. We we arrived we had a quick dinner so we could make the time scheduled (7:00pm). Once we arrived there was a NOTE on the door stating the event was cancelled due to the lake being closed. When I called the business they told me this had a been an ongoing issue with the city!! If they had the common courtesy to relay that message before our reservation and travel we wouldn’t have taken the chance and wasted over 1k for the room and event. This ruined my daughters weekend not to mention the other that were also scheduled rented a hotel and traveled for this. I wanted to give it a few days before posting my review. It doesn’t seem the owner cares enough to at least give me a call to apologize. Don’t reserve with them. There are many other places you can do the same activity with much more professionalism. BTW, we have NOT been reimbursed.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hey Melinda, I'm sorry your weekend was ruined. Here's the story for anyone else reading. The city announced a lake closure due to needing to drain the upper lakes meaning they needed to open the dam downtown and let the water flow through. On the day of her tour the lake was supposed to reopen at 5PM. The city waited until the last minute to extend that closure. She was given a few hours heads up via text that it was not legal for us to operate. She chose to drive to the shop anyway. I'm not sure why. Her refund was processed the same day the tour was canceled. When she writes she has not been refunded, thats inaccurate although it's possible the money has not hit her account because it does take a few days. We did the best we could when the circumstances were out of our control and if she handled it any differently we would likely have offered to let her rebook for free.

Be ready to sweat!

M_L, Jul 2026

This activity was great BUT pick your crew appropriately, SUP is not for the weak. Spent this with family, 3 adults, all related and let's just say that our athletic skills varied. The tour itself was great, the lead made sure we were well informed of the history and fun facts, good music was even included. The weather in August is very warm even in the evening so be prepared with enough cold water and good sunscreen and/or sunshirts, include sunglasses and hats if you want coverage. We made it to the bridge and like clockwork, the bats were out and it was truly amazing. You just don't get this view any other way unless you are water level under the bridge. Then the hard part, paddling back to the start. It was a bad combo of excess kelp in the river, poor athletic skills and darkness set in. We were hot and exhausted, luckily the crew came out and rescued us, towing us back home. If it was just myself with an equally athletic buddy it would've been stellar, this crew should've considered the boats instead. I'd recommend this activity to anyone visiting Austin, just know your physical limits.

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Juan_F, Oct 2025

If you’re looking for something fun to do in Austin, check out Boats and Bats! It’s an amazing experience — perfect for families and kids who’ll love every moment. The guides are super helpful and make it easy for everyone, even beginners. As the sun sets, you’ll get to watch hundreds of bats flying out from under the bridge — a sight you’ll never forget. It’s fun, simple, and full of Austin charm!

So fun!

Jami_N, Jun 2025

So fun and guide was very knowledgeable about the bats! Very thorough information on the website and they send you a link with a video so you can easily find them.

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