Congress Avenue Bat Bridge Kayak Tour in Austin

Overview

Experience the world’s largest urban bat colony emerge from under the Congress Avenue Bridge! This colony made up of 1.5 million Mexican free tailed bats is an amazing sight to see and hear. From the meeting point, join your professional guide at 6pm where afterward, you will paddle and observe one of nature’s wonders and learn about how these nocturnal creatures help create a better ecosystem for everyone. The tour lasts 2 hours and food and drinks are not included.

City: Austin

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $69.00

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Sun 22 Sep

Starting at $69.00

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What's Included

Paddle lesson and safety instructions

Professional guide

Life jacket

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Recommend you wear swimsuit, windbreaker jacket, or lightly layered synthetic clothing
Bring sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, waterproof camera, bottle water, bug repellent, towel, and extra change of clothes

What To Expect

Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching

You will see the world's largest urban bat colony that peaks at around 2 million bats during the peak of the season. The bats take off around sunset and always head towards the eastern part of downtown.

Austin

You will see a number of buildings on the Austin Skyline including the Hotel Van Zandt, The Austonian Tower, and a multitude of residential and commercial buildings.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (98)

meghannmccall

Oct 2021

This was an excellent tour overall. Travis was knowledgeable, gave great local history, allowed the kids to have fun and stay safe. We had 27 high schoolers. They loaded us quickly and safely, everyone had a great time! They recommended Cidercade for dinner prior to the adventure-big win! Easy to work with and very responsive when I had questions. I would gladly take another group out with Lone Star Kayaks!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thanks so much for the kind words so glad you enjoyed yourselves!!!

tucsonflynns

Sep 2021

We had an awesome time on this kayak tour! Our guide Travis not only made us feel comfortable on the lake but was full of historical anecdotes an awesome stories and facts about the vets. Would highly recommend for anyone who has an evening in Austin to go see the bats this way.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thanks for the kind words!

144carriev

Sep 2021

Beautiful to kayak on the river at night! Travis was a very well informed tour guides. The bats and their history in Austin is very interesting.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thanks so much for coming out with us!