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

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $69.00

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Mon 23 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)

Sarah_H

Jul 2021

We had a wonderful time on this tour. Our tour guide, Travis, was very knowledgeable and shared great insights of Austin and the history of bats. We recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Austin area. The views are gorgeous at night. Great summer activity for families.

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thanks so much for coming out and joining us!

Emma_J

Jul 2021

Connor was a very nice and well educated tour guide! He kept us safe and having a fun time! He was easy to chat with as we waited for the bats! The bat experience was interesting and cool to watch hundreds fly out at a time!

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thanks we appreciate the positive review!

canadnwen

Jun 2021

I was super excited about this tour. But in the end it was disappointing. Elle and Reves were good, but it was more of a float town the river and not any real kayaking was done. The views of the city from the water were wonderful!!! We basically floated down the river to the Congress street bridge then battled the current for 2 hours trying to stay in a spot were you could see the bats. The bats never came out- which was really disappointing. I realize that they are wild animals and can’t be controlled, but it still was disappointing.

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Sorry we can't control the bats and the current to the lake. It's roughly a mile and a half journey to the bridge. We typically try to time it so you don't have to wait longer then 20 minutes for the bats, but we can't control nature.