Captain-led Lake Austin cruising with a slide, float, and sound system
3–4 hrs
Up to 20 people
Captain, gas, cooler
Explore Lake Austin with your crew, from swimming and sunset views to restaurant cruising and Party Cove tie-ups. A local captain handles the boat while you enjoy time on the water.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 20 guests.
Weekend cancellations require 14 days' notice to avoid a $200 minimum fee; under 48 hours, the full rental amount applies. Weekday cancellations under 48 hours incur a $200 minimum fee. Holiday cancellations incur a $200 minimum fee; under 48 hours, the full rental amount applies. No-shows are charged the full price plus 20% gratuity. Booking fees are nonrefundable.
Product ID: DMX8ZZ
Your boat outing may be canceled if conditions are unsafe or uncomfortable, including temperatures below 55°F or winds above 20 mph.
Consider using rideshare transportation, as the city has been issuing parking tickets and towing vehicles.
Loop 360 Boat Ramp, 5019 TX-360 Loop, Austin, TX 78746
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.
We had an awesome time on Lake Travis. The employees were super friendly, helpful and informative, since we rented a pontoon with no captain. The pontoon was clean and ran smoothly. It fit 8 of us comfortably and they allowed us to bring our two small fur babies (that was a major PLUS!). We’ll def go with Float On again!
Jasmine Guron
August 24, 2026
We had an awesome time on Lake Travis. The employees were super friendly, helpful and informative, since we rented a pontoon with no captain. The pontoon was clean and ran smoothly. It fit 8 of us comfortably and they allowed us to bring our two small fur babies (that was a major PLUS!). We’ll def go with Float On again!
Jasmine Guron
August 24, 2026
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