Cruise Lake Travis with a captain, cabin comfort, and room to swim
3–8 hrs
Up to 18 people
Captain, fuel, safety gear
Cruise Lake Travis aboard Encima, a 38-foot Monterey yacht with a captain at the helm. Settle into open seating, an air-conditioned cabin, and space for swimming.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 18 guests.
Cancel 15+ days before for a full refund. Cancel 9–14 days before: $100 cancellation fee plus 6% booking fee. Cancel 3–8 days before: 50% charge plus 6% booking fee. Within 72 hours, cancellations are not permitted and 100% is charged. If the operator cancels for unsafe weather, receive a full refund minus the non-refundable booking fee.
Product ID: TNBGAM
Everyone in your party must complete the online waiver before departure.
Bring a valid ID matching the credit card used for payment. ID may be verified at check-in.
Children under 13 must wear a life jacket while the boat is underway. Youth life jackets are available upon request.
Pick up at Beach Side Billie's or Mansfield Dam Park
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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