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
  • Water
  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • Guide
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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Heather_h
Oct 17, 2026
Bats by Kayak - It was well worth the adventure! The guide, Beau, was informative not only about the bat history tour, he had great restaurant and local attractions tips. A safe, well guided tour.
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Lois_c
Oct 12, 2026
Bats take flight! - An impressive way to see the bats take flight at dusk! Croix was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful! A real experience for our first trip to Austin! Thank you so much!
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Armiahw
Oct 10, 2026
Great Experience - Had an amazing time. Wasn’t rushed, took our time and learned interesting facts.
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Kelsey_s
Oct 8, 2026
Fun experience - Great tour guides and beautiful views! You wi get a bit wet so plan accordingly. Definitely worth the trip.
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Sharri_m
Sep 26, 2026
Great times once you find it - This is a gentle experience. The full experience was great. However tell people it is the Austin row club up front. You get dropped off in a sketchy place using only the address. It is right behind the 4 seasons.
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Sarah_p
Sep 24, 2026
Great experience and lots of good history on Austin. Definitely recommend - Enjoyed it. The guide was knowledgeable and the sunset was beautiful. We learned much about the city.
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Jordan_f
Sep 22, 2026
Do it!!!! - Ethan was a great tour guide! 10/10 recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Rick_a
Sep 20, 2026
It was bat-tastic - Our tour guide Bo was great. Informative and fun. I’m a beginner kayak-er and the quick lesson in the beginning was appreciated. Best view is definitely on the water.
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Kellyro4655bg
Oct 21, 2026
Really is this cool and stress free, for like 50 bucks - I was solo in Austin. Not sure what to do. Heard this is a must do and was trying to find the right tour for this one of kind experience. Lots of folks are doing this tour, but apparently the city contacts with these guys for the launch nearest here. Seriously, so if you are booking with anyone, this is the easiest in and out. If you are staying downtown (I was at the Hilton), you can walk over... it was three blocks, not even, the length of three blocks and over one. Easy peasy. The equipment is all in good working order. Sunset was perfect. We stayed until we had enough (the bats just kept coming). The group wasn't too big or small. Our guide knew exactly the right spot (there are plenty of other tours out there). This group will not be using a mega phone but knows plenty of cool facts. They are kind and attentive, but of you are aloof and on the outskirts, that's ok too, they see you. Not comfortable in a kayak? Don't worry, they can help you both in and out, and take your time. This is a no stress, see the bats from the water event. It was a full moon night that night too - harvest moon. Just perfect moon rising between the skyscrapers from the water.
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Daniel_t
Oct 17, 2026
Underwhelming. Due to shoulder season? - Underwhelming. Possibly due to it being close to the off season when the bats migrate, but there were not many bats despite it being a hot 90 degree summer-like evening. The tour guide was great and the portion of kayaking and guide narration was enjoyable, but not worth the ticket price.
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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).