Cruise Lake Travis with two decks, water slides, and a captain
3–8 hrs
Up to 22 people
Captain, fuel, water slides
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 22 guests.
Full refund for cancellations 15+ days before the trip. Cancellations 14–9 days before incur a $100 fee plus 6% booking fee; 8–3 days before incur 50% of the total plus 6% booking fee. No cancellations within 72 hours. If the operator cancels for unsafe weather, receive a full refund minus the non-refundable booking fee or reschedule at no charge.
Complete the online waiver before your Lake Travis charter, and have everyone in your party sign it to avoid delays.
Leave shoes, red wine, glitter, sharp objects, glass, Styrofoam, and messy snacks off the party barge. Do not fight, litter, smoke cigarettes on board, push or jump while the boat is moving, dive headfirst in shallow water, or engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior. Glass carries a $250 fine.
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.
Great experience! Great boat and service
Noah Roberson
July 7, 2026
Great experience! Great boat and service
Noah Roberson
July 7, 2026