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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $69.00

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Sat 21 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)

Art_T

Sep 2022

A very good tour. The tour guides(Jessie and Elliot) are personable and knowledgeable. I wasn't that impressed with the viewing of the bats but I do recommend the tour. SN: I did fall into the water while trying to avoid another guest🤷‍♀️. Not the fault of the tour guides.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Sorry about the bats they can drive you batty with the waiting and sometimes not deliver! We do our best with the wild animals we have. Please come back again in the future and we'll try our batty best to deliver!

dessenceg

Sep 2022

I loved this experience! Easy for first timers who were nervous. Conner, Jessie Carlo and Collin were so knowledgeable and helpful!

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thanks so much for the kind review please come out and join us again in the future!

April_C

Sep 2022

Connor and his team were wonderful guides. They were friendly and knowledgeable about the City of Austin, the history of its skyline, as well as the bats. They infused humor into the tour, and made sure everyone made it to and from the bridge safely. (It was dark on our return trip, so we appreciated that.). I would highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thanks so much for joining us out on the lake! Please come back again soon!