Cruise Lake Travis with a local captain, swim, float, and relax while everything you need is on board.
3–4 hrs
Up to 12 people
Captain, fuel, Lilypad float
Spend a fun-filled day on Lake Travis aboard a 12-passenger pontoon piloted by a friendly local captain. Bring your favorite drinks, stretch out on the Lilypad, and let someone else handle the navigation.
The boat fits up to 12 passengers. Expect a long walk from the parking area to the dock, and note there is no bathroom onboard.
Weekend rentals (Fri–Sun): $200 fee if canceled less than 14 days before start; full amount owed if canceled within 48 hrs. Holidays: $200 fee on any cancellation; full amount owed within 48 hrs (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day weekends). Weekdays (Mon–Thu): $200 fee if canceled within 48 hrs. Sunset tours: full amount owed within 48 hrs. Booking fees are non-refundable. No-shows charged full price plus 20% gratuity. Outings may be canceled for unsafe conditions such as temperatures below 55 °F or winds over 20 mph.
Hurst Harbor Marina - 16405 Clara Van Street, Austin, TX 78734
This Lake Austin boat rental operation has clearly built something special based on years of consistently excellent service. Customers rave about the professional yet friendly approach, from responsive booking communications to the seamless experience on the water. The boats arrive clean and well-maintained, exactly as promised, and pickup arrangements are refreshingly flexible—several groups mention being collected right from their dock or favorite lakeside restaurants. The captains really make the difference here. Jay, Collin, Ramon, David, and Travis all get enthusiastic shoutouts for their local knowledge, safety awareness, and ability to tailor trips perfectly. They know the hidden canals worth exploring, the best swimming spots, and how to navigate choppy water smoothly. Groups have celebrated birthdays, proposals, and team outings with these guides, who somehow manage to entertain kids while keeping adults relaxed. The pricing comes across as reasonable compared to competitors, and many reviewers mention they've become repeat customers or use the service regularly for business needs.
What an incredible time! We had the best captain, Jay who clearly knew the lake and the surrounding points of interest. The pace was excellent, cruising down the lake to a spot to swim, then cruising back to Ski Shores for a bite to eat. What a wondeful way to spend quality time with family and friends (and celebrate a special birthday!). Highly recommend!
Todd Elliott
September 2, 2025
What an incredible time! We had the best captain, Jay who clearly knew the lake and the surrounding points of interest. The pace was excellent, cruising down the lake to a spot to swim, then cruising back to Ski Shores for a bite to eat. What a wondeful way to spend quality time with family and friends (and celebrate a special birthday!). Highly recommend!
Todd Elliott
September 2, 2025