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Austin Small Group Night Tour with Famous Austin Bat Boat Cruise

78 Reviews 4.14 out of 5 stars Based on 78 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Austin, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Begin your small group evening tour at dusk on Austin's Lady Bird Lake with a stunning sunset cruise where you will enjoy watching the colorful & changing skyline. If you happen to book our Scenic Austin Night Tour between March and October, you are in luck because this is the very best time to witness Austin's world-famous Congress Avenue Bridge Bats! Join your guide on a bat watching excursion to witness fabled Mexican (or Brazilian) Free-Tailed Bats take flight from underneath the Congress Avenue Bridge where an unimaginable large colony of 1.5 million bats reside—one of the biggest colonies of urban bats in the world!

Next, hop back into one of our air-conditioned Mercedes Metris vans to enjoy a narrated driving tour with stops at several iconic landmarks. Your guide will narrate and provide ongoing highlights and local insights about the surrounding area along the drive.

What's Included

  • Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Downtown Austin.
  • Sunset Boat Cruise (Bat watching March - October)
  • All attraction admission fees included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and Beverages not included
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Meeting and Pickup

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Hotel pickup and drop-off is for downtown Austin hotels only. Central pickup location is Premier Seaholm Parking Garage 211 Walter Seaholm Dr, Austin, TX 78703.

What To Expect

Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail (Pass By)

Begin your small group evening tour at dusk on Austin's Lady Bird Lake with a stunning sunset cruise where you will enjoy watching the colorful & changing skyline.
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Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching

If you happen to book our Scenic Austin Night Tour between March and October, you are in luck because this is the very best time to witness Austin's world-famous Congress Avenue Bridge Bats! Join your guide on a bat watching excursion to witness fabled Mexican (or Brazilian) Free-Tailed Bats take flight from underneath the Congress Avenue Bridge where an unimaginable large colony of 1.5 million bats reside—one of the biggest colonies of urban bats in the world! With speeds of 60 miles per hour, flying across the colorful evening sky, you will be awestruck & delighted at the sight of these bats with their fascinating and erratic flight patterns.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Austin

Enjoy a narrated driving tour with stops at several iconic landmarks. Your guide will narrate and provide ongoing highlights and local insights about the surrounding area along the drive. You will get the opportunity to stop at several places to get the best views of the city.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge

Enjoy a narrated tour making stops at points of interest such as Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge among others.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greetings from Austin Mural (Pass By)

Pass by the iconic Welcome to Austin mural
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Austin Small Group Night Tour with Famous Austin Bat Boat Cruise?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.14 out of 5 stars based on 78 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in Downtown Austin.
  • Sunset Boat Cruise (Bat watching March - October)
  • All attraction admission fees included
  • Luxury Transportation in air-conditioned Mercedes Metris van
  • Skip the ticket line entry - avoid large crowds and wait times
  • Small group tour (max 7 guests)
  • Narrated drive passing multiple points of interest
  • Local Tour guide - fully narrated tour experience
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and Beverages not included

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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