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 Dec

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Starting at $69.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $69.00

Make a reservation

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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)

Nina_M

Sep 2019

We had the best time on this kayaking tour. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and efficient. Would definitely recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thanks for your review we hope to see you again soon!

macbuzz2

Jul 2018

The tour guide was a lot of fun and assured everyone of the simplicity of the tour. He offered bits and pieces of historical information. The bats were pouring out of the bridge.

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thanks for your review we hope to see you again soon!

Aubrey H

Jun 2018

13 June 2018 - Went on a kayak adventure with Steven. He was AWESOME! Only the 2nd time my mom was ever in a Kayak and they set her mind at complete ease! She is deathly scared of drowning and she ended up taking a single kayak out and LOVING it! I took my 9 year old son with me. He had a BLAST! Very informative not just of Lady Bird Lake and the bats, but helpful telling us other things to enjoy in Austin and the surrounding area. We were only supposed to be out for 2 hours but we spend 3 hours. When we finished, they gave us gift cards for Joe's Crab Shack. We had dinner there, of course and saw them arrive and we bought them a round of drinks! Great experience all around. We expected it to be fun and engaging, but what we received was SSSSOOOOO much more!!! They really looked out for us, made sure we had the best view, and took their time. We were never rushed to do anything! Just AMAZING!!!

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thanks for your review we hope to see you again soon!