Kayak Tour: Explore Buffalo Bayou's Bat Colony

Explore Houston’s skyline and bat colonies by kayak. Perfect for families, couples, and solo adventurers. Book your unforgettable evening tour now.

Duration: 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • POST Houston - POST Houston is a lively cultural and commercial center located in downtown Houston, transformed from the historic Barbara Jordan Post Office into a vibrant hub for arts, dining, and events. Opened in 2021, this 550,000-square-foot venue maintains its industrial charm while integrating modern design elements. It includes the 713…
What's Included
  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • Life Jacket
Additional Information

As the sole kayaking company on the Buffalo Bayou and within a 30-mile radius of downtown Houston, we invite you to partake in this unique experience to witness one of the largest bat colonies in the United States. Our tours feature top-notch equipment, knowledgeable guides, and engaging fun facts.
Our tours are designed for participants aged 4 and…

Location
1019 Commerce St
Commerce Street
We are the external portion of the building on the ground level. The metal walkway takes you to the second floor, so just take the stairs down to us if you take walkway. We are on the main street side of the building, closest to the bridge, in the gravel section with large trees.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Resort183834
Oct 3, 2025
Magical and Solitary - Kayaking with Buffalo Bayou Kayak Tours is definitely something that I will do again. Their location at Allen's Landing, the "founding" location of the city and where the kayaks take off from, invites a reflection about the city with 8 bayous. Such lush vegetation and hints of the natural history of the city is garnered from the kayak. Chad, our guide, is enthusiastic about the natural beauty and the largest bat colony in the city accessible to the public. He understands the bat patterns of flight. Beyond the bats, I was blown away just observing the Great Blue Herons, Egrets, and the city's official Bird, the Yellow-crowned Night Heron. Then there are the Muscovy ducks, the Gator Carp and turtles, the buzz of the mosquito as darkness engulfs Weeping Willows lining the banks. The skyline view, the subtle flow of Buffalo Bayou is intoxicating, and as Houston is my birthplace home, I appreciate being able to understand the flow of water which is still so vital to this bayou haven. It is a magical, serene and subtle beauty which needs protection and preservation. Buffalo Bayou KT is in the business of cleaning the waterways. If you can bring gloves and a plastic bag, and help the environment, do so. The animals don't litter, and the waters need everyone's help. I will definitely be kayaking with Buffalo Bayou again.
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B1562lmmonah
Jun 21, 2025
Fun experience! - Once you get your kayaking skills down, it’s easy to maneuver. We didn’t make it to the bridge, due to the currents. However, our guide still made it a worthwhile experience.
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X7700vbkatherinem
Aug 9, 2025
Bats are AWESOME! - Caleb was very accommodating, ensuring everyone had what they needed to have an enjoyable experience. Seeing the bats was awesome - the vantage point from the bayou is perfect. Also saw lots of birds, a turtle, a rabbit and a mama duck with her ducklings. I wasn’t prepared for the physical activity required on this tour. Participants should know that it took 1.5 hours to kayak to Waugh bridge. You get soaked in sweat and bayou water and your arms feel like they will fall off from paddling. The return trip is in the dark, but thankfully only took an hour (paddling with the current). Wear water- friendly clothes, leave anything that shouldn’t get wet in your vehicle, and bring drinking water. There are no restrooms while on the tour. Be extra careful disembarking at the end of the tour - the stairs are VERY slippery at the water’s edge.
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From $65
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).