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    Sunset Kayak Tour at Congress Avenue Bridge, Austin

    Paddle at sunset and watch the Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony emerge

    From$57/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Highlights

    Paddle at sunset near the Congress Avenue Bridge and watch Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from below. Learn how these nocturnal creatures support the local ecosystem as you observe from your kayak.

    • Paddle with your group to view the bat emergence from the water
    • Meet under the I-35 overpass off East Ave by the water
    • Learn about Mexican free-tailed bats and their role in the ecosystem
    • Plan for a 2-hour guided outing on the water
    • Bring water or buy bottled water on site

    Things to know

    Combined weight limit is 450 lbs per kayak; if over, you can be split into 2 kayaks. Children 6+ who can sit safely must have their own paid seat, and an adult must accompany a child.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund or reschedule with 24 hour notice. If the operator allows a rebooking within 24 hours of trip time, cancellation for a refund is no longer available. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Yes. The combined weight limit is 450 lbs per kayak. If you’re over that, you can be split into 2 kayaks.

    Ages 5+ can join. If a child is old enough (6+) to sit safely in the kayak on their own (even if they don’t paddle), they must pay for their own seat. An adult must go with a child.

    Wear comfortable clothing such as yoga pants, a swimsuit, or light layered clothing, plus flip flops, water shoes, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat for sun protection.

    Meeting details

    2101 Jesse E. Segovia St, Austin, TX 78702

    Experience provided by Lone Star Kayak Tours
    Experience provided by Lone Star Kayak Tours

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    Review summary

    Lone Star Kayak Tours delivers memorable Austin adventures with consistently outstanding guides who make the experience. Tristan, Henry, Aiden, and the rest of the crew earn repeated praise for being knowledgeable, patient with beginners, and genuinely fun to paddle with. The bat tours under Congress Avenue Bridge are the standout attraction, offering that magical moment when over a million bats emerge at sunset. Guides don't just point things out—they share fascinating details about Austin's ecosystem and history that turn a simple kayak trip into something educational and engaging. The tours work well for novices since guides provide helpful instruction and keep an eye on everyone throughout. Unique options like the New Year's Eve fireworks paddle show they're creative about maximizing Austin's waterfront potential. A couple practical notes: bring mosquito spray for sunset tours, and arrive early to snag parking since multiple kayak companies launch from the same spot. One reviewer mentioned waiting 40 minutes for late participants, though the company extended their tour to compensate. Overall, these tours consistently deliver exactly what you'd hope for—an active, entertaining way to experience Austin from the water with guides who clearly love what they do.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a great time viewing the bats at the Congress Street Bridge. Connor and his entire team did an incredible job adapting to my unique needs as a wheelchair user. They were patient and went above and beyond to make it possible for me to participate. Thank You!!

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    John Moore

    March 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a great time viewing the bats at the Congress Street Bridge. Connor and his entire team did an incredible job adapting to my unique needs as a wheelchair user. They were patient and went above and beyond to make it possible for me to participate. Thank You!!

    Photo of John Moore

    John Moore

    March 26, 2026

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