Cruise Lake Buchanan for waterfalls, cliffs, and wildlife viewing
2 Hours
Up to 149 people
Narrated cruise, Wildlife viewing
Explore the scenic wilderness of Lake Buchanan and the Texas Colorado River on a narrated 2-hour nature cruise. Watch for regional and migrating birds and enjoy Hill Country shoreline views.
Cancel or change by noon the day before your cruise for a refund minus a $5.77 fee per ticket (excluding non-refundable special-priced tickets). No refunds after noon the day before. If the operator cancels due to weather or mechanical issues, you can rebook or get a refund.
If lake wind advisories are issued by the National Weather Service, the operator will cancel the cruise. Impending lightning storms may also cause a delay or cancellation. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can rebook or receive a refund.
If a mechanical failure forces a delay or cancellation, the operator may cancel the cruise. When the operator cancels, you can rebook or receive a refund.
Yes. If you cancel or change by noon the day before your cruise, a fee of $5.77 per ticket is deducted from your refund (excluding non-refundable special-priced tickets).
This Lake Buchanan cruise delivers a consistently impressive experience thanks to knowledgeable guides who clearly love what they do. Reviewers rave about the tour guides and captains who bring both historical context and genuine enthusiasm to the journey. The crew knows how to spot wildlife and will slow down or stop whenever there's something worth seeing, which guests really appreciate. Bald eagles are a major highlight, with several visitors spotting both juveniles and adults, plus ospreys and other birds along the way. The scenery itself is stunning, with access to waterfalls and canyons when water levels cooperate (which seems to be the case recently). People love that you can bring your own snacks and drinks, and the boat provides ice and water. Just pack sunscreen and binoculars, and know that it can get warm inside on the lower level. While wildlife sightings aren't guaranteed, the guides make the most of every opportunity and create memorable trips regardless. It's the kind of experience that has people planning return visits at different times of year.
Great all-around experience, from several phone calls with Pat to work out the date/time/tour length to a pleasant experience, enjoying being on the water, with our tour guide Keith and Captain Shawn!
Jasmine F. Gipson
March 23, 2026
Great all-around experience, from several phone calls with Pat to work out the date/time/tour length to a pleasant experience, enjoying being on the water, with our tour guide Keith and Captain Shawn!
Jasmine F. Gipson
March 23, 2026