Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Austin, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Save on costs without sacrificing quality on this small-group Lake Austin boat tour. Enjoy a social atmosphere as your captain shares insightful commentary and enhances your experience on the water. Cruise past top landmarks such as the Austin Country Club, Emma Long Metropolitan Park, and Tom Miller Dam while you relax and take in the beautiful lakeside scenery.
- See main highlights along Lake Austin while you cruise
- Cruises with a small group for an intimate experience
- A foldable dual canopy is available for full sun shading
- No need to worry about life vests—this tour includes some
What's Included
- U.S. Coast Guard–approved life vests for use during the tour (required for guests under 13)
- Experienced boat captain providing live narration
- 2-hour scenic cruise on Lake Austin
- Complimentary bottled water
- Fuel included
- Full overhead sun shading
- Captain gratuity (optional)
- Entrance fee - Loop 360 Boat Ramp entry fee required per person (cash only). Reduced fee for ages 62+ and no fee for ages 12 and under.$5.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Loop 360 Boat Ramp5019 TX-360 Loop, Austin, TX 78746, USA
After entering the park, walk toward the water where the three boat ramps are located on the left side. Please wait by the bench at the top on the right side of the ramps. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early, as the boat departs on time.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Lake Austin
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Pennybacker Bridge (Pass By)
Austin Country Club (Pass By)
Mount Bonnell (Pass By)
The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria (Pass By)
Tom Miller Dam (Pass By)
Nalle Bunny Run Wildlife (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Plan to arrive 30 minutes early for parking & entry
- A waiver and release of liability must be signed prior to boarding
- This tour departs from a public Travis County boat ramp; parking is limited on weekends and rideshare is recommended
- No restroom on the boat; please use facilities prior to boarding
- The boat is equipped with a dual overhead canopy for full sun shading
- Please come prepared for outdoor weather (hat, sunscreen, etc.)
- Food and beverages are permitted
- Alcohol is allowed in moderation; glass containers are prohibited
- Smoking is not permitted
- Loop 360 Boat Ramp entry fee (cash only, paid on arrival)
- Fee is charged by the park and is not included in the tour price
- This is a small-group public shared tour, and other guests may be onboard.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.8
based on 165 reviews
Vicki_W, Apr 2026
Lake Austin is beautiful surrounded by magnificent homes. Spencer was an amazing tour guide. Great communication and thoughtful of our family needs.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Vicki we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your beautiful Saturday evening tour with Captain Spencer. Thank you for taking the time to share that you found it to be a 5-star worthy experience. It really means a lot to know that communication and thoughtfulness played a big part!
Vicki_R, Apr 2026
Entertaining quite informative enjoyable captain of the tour kind respective .
Thanks for sending pictures to us for memories
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Vicki thank you so much for the review. We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour entertaining, informative, and enjoyable. Captain Spencer will truly appreciate your recognition. It means a lot to know his efforts made a positive impact on your experience.
We’re happy you enjoyed the photos as well. They’re a wonderful way to look back on the day.
Thanks again for spending a fun Friday afternoon on the water with us!
Kimberly_D, Mar 2026
Spencer was great. I appreciated the full coverage on the boat for shade. And finally Kelly in the office was great and helpful with a reservation change.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Kimberly thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re glad to hear you had a great experience. Spencer will be happy to know you enjoyed his service, and we’re also glad the full overhead shade on the boat made a difference. We’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to Kelly—she’ll be pleased to hear that her ease and helpfulness stood out.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and for choosing to boat with us!
Pedro_B, Nov 2025
Awesome and just the right amount of time. Our captain was very polite and took time to point out things that make the lake unique.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Pedro thank you so much for your kind words. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that Captain Spencer made your Sunday morning extra-special. What a fun way to celebrate!
Sam_T, Nov 2025
Our captain was Spencer and he was amazing. He told us about all the houses around the lake and he took us to little Italy which was my favorite part. A beautiful sunset ended our experience. Great value! Loved it!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Samantha we're glad to hear you had such a great experience on the tour and enjoyed the amazing waterfront homes and exploring Little Italy - it's a true hidden gem!
Karen_H, Oct 2025
Spencer was great. He was knowledgeable, amusing and very kind. We loved the trip!! We got to meet Lucky.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Karen thank you so much for joining us. We’re thrilled to hear you and your sisters had such a great time with Spencer — he’ll be delighted to know you enjoyed the trip and his company. How fun that you got to meet Lucky! He knows our boats well and loves saying hello. We really appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to see you aboard again soon!
Mercedes_L, Oct 2025
It’s so relaxing and fun. Two hours was good enough for the ride. My family really enjoyed this experience.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Mercedes thank you for boating with us on a Saturday afternoon. We're so glad you and your family had a fantastic time and found the experience to be fun and relaxing. We especially love that you shared a beautiful family photo with your review - it perfectly captures how much you all enjoyed the day!
Julie_L, Sep 2025
Spencer was our tour guide, and he was amazing! The tour is as described and the directions for meeting up ate accurate. We had great weather (although a bit hot as one would expect in September), but the breeze from the ride kept it very comfortable. They provide cold bottled water, but you're allowed to bring your own cooler and snacks. It as a very enjoyable 2 hours, and I would highly recommend it if you're looking for something different to do and a different view of Austin.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Julie thank you so much for the kind words. We’re so happy to hear you had such a great time on the tour with Captain Spencer and we’re glad the breeze and the cold bottled water helped keep things comfortable. We really appreciate you recommending the tour to others. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re looking for a fun way to enjoy Austin from a different and unique perspective!
Lisa_D, Sep 2025
Great afternoon excursion. Captain Spencer was great. Communicated great at pick-up. Really relaxed vibe but learned a bit about the area too.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Lisa thank you so much for joining us on a Saturday afternoon. We’re so glad to hear you had a great time and enjoyed Captain Spencer’s insights and the laid-back atmosphere. It really is a unique way to experience a different side of Austin—we’re glad you got to be part of it!
Yolanda_C, Aug 2025
Though it's listed as a "Pontoon" Lake ride, it was actually VERY exciting!! Our captain handled the wakes like a pro. Renaldo was amazing. Very personable, funny and extremely considerate. I will say that after we booked, we found the same tour for 50.00 cheaper/ person. In the end, I have no regrets. This was our first time visiting Texas. Looking forward to doing this again.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Yolanda thank you so much for choosing to boat with us on your first visit to Texas. We're so glad to hear you had such a fun and memorable time on the lake!
While it’s a pontoon ride in name, the experience can certainly be engaging, lively and relaxing all in one, especially with a skilled and personable captain like Ronaldo at the helm. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments—he’ll be glad to know he made such a positive impression.
We do occasionally offer limited-time discounts on select tour dates and/or times, but typically no more than 20% off the regular ticket price. There are tour options offered by other suppliers at a lower price point, but they are often shorter in duration or follow a different itinerary, which can vary significantly due to the lake's size.
Our full 2-hour guided adventure is designed to offer a balance of excitement, scenic beauty, and personalized service, so we're delighted you have no regrets and are looking forward to doing it again soon.
We’d love to welcome you back on board on your next trip to Texas!
Sharom_O, Aug 2025
We loved it! Our guide was Spencer, and it was a pleasure listening to him during the tour. You can tell he loves what he does, and that makes the experience 10 times more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Sharom thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you loved your tour with Captain Spencer. His dedication to and enthusiasm for what he does shows, and we’re pleased to know it contributed so positively to your experience. Your recommendation means a lot and we sincerely appreciate you choosing to boat with us!
Alexis_M, Aug 2025
Great way to experience the lake life in Austin. It’s beautiful and the tour captain Renaldo did a great job!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Alexis thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad that you enjoyed Lake Austin's vibes and beautiful scenery and that Captain Ronaldo helped make it extra special. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to let him know how much you appreciated his efforts. Thanks again for the 5-star review!
mina_e, Jul 2025
Sunset tour was lovely. Leo the captain was very nice and informative. Boat was clean and everything went as expected.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Mina thank you so much for joining us on the sunset tour and for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the evening and that you appreciated Captain Leo's knowledge and hospitality. We’re also glad the boat and everything overall met your expectations. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Jackie_S, Jul 2025
The boat with the full sun shading was great. Our pilot and guide Leo was very informative and ready to answer any questions. I really enjoyed this lake tour.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Jackie we're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the comfort of the fully shaded boat. Leo will be delighted to know his knowledge and hospitality made a positive impression. Thank you for choosing to boat with us. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Lisa_C, Jun 2025
Renaldo was a great and fun captain! The lake and homes were beautiful! He even showed us a few celebrity homes. Everyone was early, so we left a few minutes early. Great tour !
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Lisa thank you for letting us know about your
5-star experience on our popular Sunday sunset tour. We're so glad you had such a fun, yet relaxing time on the lake with Captain Ronaldo and enjoyed the beautiful views and some celebrity homes, too. We’re especially pleased to hear the tour started smoothly and left you with a great experience. Hope to see you on board again soon!
Shyam_S, Jun 2025
The performance of your customer service specially was wonderful. The captain showed a remarkable performance by showing his control in driving explaining the houses and personally coming to the Dock to carefully taking to the Boat.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Shyam thank you so much for your kind words. We're so glad to hear that you had a wonderful experience with our team. Captain Ronaldo and Booking Manager Kelly will be especially happy to know they made such a positive impact. We take pride in offering exceptional service and memorable experiences, so it's warming to hear that stood out to you. We hope to welcome you both back aboard again soon!
Lydia_P, Apr 2025
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 of the area mixed with wildlife. He makes the experience so great!
Response from Host, May 2025
Lydia thank you so much for boating with us again. We love hearing that your second experience was just as wonderful as the first. It means a lot to us that you appreciate and enjoy this unique perspective of Austin. Captain Spencer will be so happy to know he made such a great impression both times—he truly loves what he does, and it shows. We look forward to seeing you again soon for another relaxing and enjoyable day on the water - no long lines or exhausting crowds... just nature, history and great company!
Michael_C, Apr 2025
Nice relaxing and professionally narrated tour. The boat was in great shape and the seats were comfortably positioned around the perimeter of the boat.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Michael we're glad you had fun on your Friday morning tour with Captain Leo. We're also glad that you found the experience relaxing, with the atmosphere and seating adding to your comfort. Thank you so much for your 5-star review - it means a lot and we'll be sure to let Captain Leo know that you appreciated his professionalism!
Riyan_G, Mar 2025
The tour was great, and I had good vibes with Spencer. Me and my girlfriend wanted to thank him soon much for the tour we greatly appreciated it.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Riyan thank you so much for boating with us last Saturday afternoon. We're glad that you and your girlfriend had a great time on the tour and that Captain Spencer made it a memorable experience for you both. We'll be sure to pass along your appreciation to him. We hope to see you again soon!
Jessica_M, Nov 2024
This was a fantastic tour! We enjoyed being out on the lake and Spencer was a very engaging and knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area- it's a great easy to spend an afternoon.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Jessica thank you so much for choosing to boat with us. We're glad you had a fantastic time on the tour with Captain Spencer and we appreciate you highly recommending this experience to others looking for things to do when in Austin!
Phil_E, Oct 2024
Great afternoon on the lake, very enjoyable and good guide. Very entertaining, interesting and relaxing.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Phil we're happy you enjoyed a fun Friday afternoon on the lake with Captain Ronaldo. Thank you for letting us know you found the tour to be an all-around great experience!
Melony_V, Oct 2024
Captain Spencer made the trip an experience of a lifetime! Spencer provided so much history and detail and the views were spectacular! So many beautiful sightings, wildlife, and trees.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Melony thank you letting us know what a great experience your Tuesday morning tour was with Captain Spencer. We're glad you enjoyed his engaging and insightful narration along with all of the beautiful sights and sounds that abound!
Dawn_D, Oct 2024
We had an amazing experience and Spencer is an awesome knowledgeable tour guide. We will be back!!!!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dawn we're so glad you spent a Sunday afternoon with us touring Lake Austin. We're happy to hear you had an amazing experience with Captain Spencer as your guide and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Elizabeth_A, Oct 2024
We booked this on a whim trying to kill time. This was a perfect half-day adventure for us! Spencer was super knowledgeable and fun.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Elizabeth we're glad you found the tour to be a fun and insightful activity to enjoy on a Saturday afternoon. We, too agree that it's the perfect excuse to get out on the lake and are happy to hear that it was a 5-star experience worth booking on a whim!
patricia_m, Oct 2024
Spencer from Wake Riderz did a great job. He was very knowledgeable about Austin. We were a group of 4 in town for a wedding and we all really enjoyed our afternoon on the lake. Thank you
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much Patricia for boating with us. We're so glad you were able to spend an enjoyable afternoon on Lake Austin while in town for the weekend for a wedding. We'll be sure to let Captain Spencer know he did a great job!
Ronnika_L, Sep 2024
Lovely tour! Captain Spencer was very knowledgeable and a pure JOY to be around. This was my favorite part of my trip to Austin.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Ronnika we're thrilled you enjoyed the Sunday afternoon tour with Captain Spencer - so much so that it was your favorite part of your trip to Austin. We're glad you found him to be insightful and bunches of fun. Thank you so much for choosing to boat with us!
Linda_S, Sep 2024
Much more than expected. Wonderful views. Comfortable boat. Interesting narration. Great way to see the area.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Linda we're glad you had a great time on the tour and found the boat to be comfortable and the narration full of interesting information. Thank you for letting us know your overall experience was a great way to enjoy Lake Austin and more than you expected!
Shima_Z, Sep 2024
The sense of peace and tranquility that can be restored to you while gently rocking on the waves was amazing. Spencer was a very friendly tour guide and he had a lot of bits of cool information to share with us
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thanks for the 5 star review! We are glad you had an amazing time with captain Spencer. We hope to you see again! Have a great day!
Mischa_H, Aug 2024
Spencer is an awesome captain, fun and knowledgeable. He has ice cold water and you can bring a cooler with any snacks or drinks you want. The boat is very comfortable and has a full sun shade but the sun moves around so wear sunscreen. If I go back, I will wear loose fitting pants and a long sleeved shirt to keep the sun off. This is a relaxing 2 hours on the water with beautiful scenery.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Mischa thank you so much for boating with us on Wednesday. We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed Captain Spencer. We’re also glad you found the boat to be comfortable and the full overhead canopy helpful on a hot and sunny August afternoon!
Daniel_B, Jul 2024
Captain Spencer was great. Great conversation and great knowledge of the local places on the lake. Beautiful setting for sure
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Daniel thank you for spending your Sunday morning with us. We love hearing that you had a great experience on the tour with Captain Spencer and enjoyed learning about and seeing all that Lake Austin has to offer, both past and present!
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