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Boats & Bats

5.0 (21 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 7:30 pm

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Jessica M.

I booked this trip solo and my boyfriend ended up doing it with me last minute. Communication was great with the company and they were able to make sure we got on our kayak together even though we didn't book together. The trip was informative, fun and gorgeous! I loved it so much. Hannah was extremely kind and knowledgeable about the bats. I highly recommend doing this! It was unforgettable for us and such a great all around experience. They take photos for you too so you don't have to bring your phone. I recommend not bringing your phone unless you have it very secure as mine did fall out of my pocket as I was paddling but it did not damper this trip at all. Do it!

Abby G.

This was such a fun tour! The city is so beautiful at night, and the paddling was easy, and the bats were breathtakingly cool to see from the water. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and taught us tons of fascinating bat facts, and the whole experience was really fun and chill. Definitely a must see experience in this city!

Arguably one of my family's coolest experiences! My experience with Boats and Bats in Austin was exceptional! Aaron and his crew were second to none--thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly accommodating. The entire tour was well-organized and truly enjoyable. My kids LOVED it! The highlights of the trip were undoubtedly the stunning sunset, the breathtaking skyline, particularly after the sun went down, and, of course, the famous bats. Watching the bats emerge at dusk was a spectacular sight, and Aaron's insightful commentary added so much to the experience. If you're looking for a memorable way to explore Austin, I highly recommend Boats and Bats. It's an unforgettable experience that combines nature, history, and the beauty of the city in a unique and delightful way. Five stars!

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We had a great time with Boats and Bats, the guides were super nice and the tour was really interesting and fun. It was cool having the mix of a free paddle and the guided bat portion. Very cool experience and highly recommend!

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Great visit to Austin this week with my son. Boats and Bats was an interesting and fun night time excursion.

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We had a blast! Our guides were very informative and kind. We loved being able to paddle around wherever.

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“Before the tour, Aaron was communicative and made sure we knew where to arrive to, park, what to wear, etc.”

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Lake Austin Riverboats - Lower deck in the front of the commodores pup

Lake Austin Riverboats

4.5(37 reviews)
4.8 km

I don't know about the last (2) bad reviews, but my wife and I went with another couple, and we all…read morehad an absolutely great time! The food was good, seating was fine, staff was great. The only thing a little sub par was the restroom, but if the guests would just figure out how to operate the facilities, that would have been fine too. I don't know where there would be any flea's on the boat, I didn't see any carpet or places for bugs to hide out, no one in our party experienced any bug bites. The boat looked reasonably clean and well maintained. We will likely do this again sometime in the future, it was a fun time

If I could give ten stars I would. From the moment I submitted the request to the last step off the…read morePub a month later, every interaction and step in the process was top notch. From Brandon, to Captain John, to staff and crew - everyone was amazing to work with. The day of the event was perfect and seamless. I could not have asked for anything to have been different. Everyone had a great time and raved about the day. We ordered food through them and it was delicious and high quality. We had a professional chef as a party attendant on the boat and he gave high marks. Some with dietary restrictions were impressed with options and accommodations - all that of that was coordinated through Lake Austin Riverboats - everything was perfect. The crew was amazing and so welcoming to the guests and truly contributed to the experience. Book your event - you will not be disappointed.

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4.6(150 reviews)
10.3 km

Give Mikey his $5 he earned it!! Great captain for real and made the hour on the water amazing…read more Gave us a little tour guide which was cool.

We booked this boat ride for a birthday, so it was meant to be a special experience. Overall, the…read morescenery was beautiful and the ride itself was enjoyable, but there were several issues that took away from what should have been a smooth private charter experience. The communication beforehand was not great. The driver texted me the night before around 7:45 PM, and when I replied immediately with concerns about the weather and rain, I didn't receive a response until after 10 PM. The email also stated that the driver would contact us 15-30 minutes before the reservation time, but that never happened. Our reservation was from 9:00-11:00 AM. When we arrived at 9:00, no one was there, so I had to text the driver myself. He responded saying he was getting the boat ready and putting gas in it. In my opinion, those things should have been done ahead of time so guests are properly greeted and the ride can begin on time. When we boarded, the seats and boat were still wet from the rain. Since it was chilly outside, sitting in wet seats for a two-hour ride left our clothes damp and uncomfortable. To give credit where it's due, the driver was friendly and enjoyable to talk to during parts of the ride. However, he also took phone calls during the charter, which felt distracting during what was supposed to be a private birthday outing. The biggest disappointment came on the ride back. The driver stopped to assist another boat that had already said help was on the way. He tied their boat to ours and pulled them in, which significantly took away from the private experience we had paid for. While helping others is kind, it felt inappropriate during a paid private charter, especially one booked for a birthday celebration. Additionally, the trip ran later than scheduled, and there was never any communication about the delay. Our reservation was clearly scheduled for 9-11 AM, and it shouldn't be assumed guests are okay with going over time simply because the ride started late. People may have plans afterward, and communication would have gone a long way. Overall, the lake itself was beautiful and parts of the experience were enjoyable, but the lack of communication, late start, wet boat, interruptions, and detour during our private charter made the experience fall short of expectations.

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4.8(20 reviews)
21.1 km

We were in town celebrating our 20 year reunion from when we studied abroad in Spain, so what's a…read morebetter way to celebrate then renting a boat! There was 6 of us so we were looking into getting a pontoon. While I was planning the trip, I looked into quite a few companies and Nauti ATX had the best pricing and they even had a discount code which was great! I spoke with Trisha, who was super sweet and was able to answer all of my questions. I was also able to book the boat with her so I could avoid the booking fees online. We ended up booking the 12 passenger pontoon for 4 hours. Prior to the date, they sent a link to fill out the waivers so we wouldn't have to worry about doing this the day of. When the day finally came, we received a text that connected us with our captain Jezek and instructions of how to enter the marina. Jezek was very friendly and he was able to hook up our music. He asked where we wanted to park and of course we had to go to Devil's cove! They had the big bright Lily pad which was perfect for us to get on and lean on while in the lake. A cooler was also provided with ice and bottled water. When we got back to the marina, Trish was waiting for us and it was so lovely to meet her! I always love putting a face to people I speak with over the phone. I highly recommend using them for renting a boat in Austin. I will definitely be booking with Nauti again!

Decided to hire Nauti ATX Charters for a fun Bachelorette trip at Lake Travis! For a party of 9-10,…read moreI wanted my guests to experience waterfront life in Austin and rented a Pontoon boat for 4 hours. Before arriving to the dock, Trisha, who has been coordinating with us, and Brett, our captain, contacted us about half an hour ahead of time notifying us that Brett was ready for us at the lake whenever we arrived! Upon arrival, he provided a cooler with ice and water bottles for us to use to store some of our sandwiches and drinks. The boat ride was extremely smooth and he provided much insight into Lake Travis! The boat was equipped with speakers that allowed us to play our favorite songs and the slide & lily pad were a nice added touch! The girls and I thoroughly enjoyed it and the location he chose, Devil's Cove, was great for pictures and swimming. Overall, the experience was a 10/10 and I would highly recommend booking with Nauti ATX Charters again!

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