Rent a 25-foot double-decker pontoon with slide and captain on Lake Travis
3 - 10 hour options
Up to 11 people
Captain, fuel, water slide
Ride a 25-foot Avalon double-decker pontoon on Lake Travis with a mandatory captain. Bring up to 11 passengers and enjoy time on the upper deck and the water slide.
A mandatory 20% gratuity (captain fee) is due to the captain at the end of your reservation.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 11 guests.
Cancel 15+ days before for a full refund of deposit minus 6% booking fee. 14-9 days: $100 fee + 6% booking fee. 8-3 days: 50% charged + 6% booking fee. Within 72 hours: no cancellations; 100% charged. Full refund (minus booking fee) if operator cancels for unsafe weather.
Product ID: B9S2DD
Yes. A mandatory 20% captain fee (gratuity) is required for all charters. If you don’t pre-pay it at checkout, pay it directly to your captain at the end of your charter.
A captain is included, and the boat comes with a mandatory captain.
Yes. All guests must complete an online waiver before your trip. The cardholder must also provide a valid government-issued ID that matches the card on file.
Paradise Cove Marina • 17141 Rocky Ridge Rd, Austin, TX
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.
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