Cruise Lake Austin with a captain, spacious deck, and party-ready amenities
2–12 hrs
Up to 25 people
Captain, fuel, safety gear
Cruise Lake Austin aboard LaBarge, a contemporary party barge with more than 300 square feet of deck space. Settle into bench seating, use the bar area, and enjoy time on the water.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 25 guests.
Cancel 15+ days before for a full refund. Cancel 9–14 days before: $100 fee plus a 6% booking fee; 3–8 days before: 50% charge plus a 6% booking fee; within 72 hours: no cancellations, 100% charged. Changes require 15+ days’ notice. If the operator cancels for unsafe weather, receive a full refund minus the non-refundable booking fee or reschedule.
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Leave shoes, red wine, glitter, sharp objects, glass, Styrofoam, and messy snacks off the party barge. Do not bring items that could damage the boat or carpet.
Follow your captain’s instructions. Fighting, littering, intentional damage, cigarette burns, pushing or jumping while moving, and headfirst diving in shallow water are not allowed.
Loop 360 Boat Ramp, 5019 TX-360 Loop, Austin, TX 78746
Big Tex operates with a team of excellent captains who consistently make Lake Travis outings memorable. Names like Jake, Captain Cole, Brandon, and Ben come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising their professionalism, safety awareness, and ability to balance fun with responsibility. The captains know the lake well, finding the best spots to anchor and ensuring everyone has a relaxed yet exciting time on the water. The boats themselves are clean and well-maintained, with options like double-decker tritoons complete with slides. Groups love this provider for bachelor parties, bachelorettes, and family outings alike. Captains go the extra mile, helping with photos and videos, accommodating last-minute extensions, and genuinely caring about their passengers. With over 2,000 reviews maintaining a perfect rating, the consistency of positive experiences speaks volumes about their reliability and service quality.
Big Tex Boat Rentals was amazing! We rented a boat for a family fun day, and everyone had an incredible time. Our boat captain, Joel, treated us with such politeness and kindness. He was very knowledgeable about the local area and shared great information about the things people enjoy doing around Lake Travis. Joel took care of our every need and made sure our entire family had an unforgettable experience. We truly had an amazing time from start to finish! Five stars all the way! I highly recommend Big Tex Boat Rentals to anyone looking to rent a boat on Lake Travis. If you’re planning a fun day on the water, definitely go with Big Tex Boat Rentals!
LawMel2013 Stone
August 31, 2026
Big Tex Boat Rentals was amazing! We rented a boat for a family fun day, and everyone had an incredible time. Our boat captain, Joel, treated us with such politeness and kindness. He was very knowledgeable about the local area and shared great information about the things people enjoy doing around Lake Travis. Joel took care of our every need and made sure our entire family had an unforgettable experience. We truly had an amazing time from start to finish! Five stars all the way! I highly recommend Big Tex Boat Rentals to anyone looking to rent a boat on Lake Travis. If you’re planning a fun day on the water, definitely go with Big Tex Boat Rentals!
LawMel2013 Stone
August 31, 2026
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