Experience Austin's Famous Bat Colony From the Water
There's watching the bats from Congress Avenue Bridge. And then there's watching them from a kayak, with the Austin skyline behind you and Lady Bird Lake beneath you.
Our Austin bat kayak tour takes you onto Lady Bird Lake for a guided sunset paddle and an unforgettable view of the Mexican free-tailed bats that live beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge.
Every evening during bat season, hundreds of thousands of bats can emerge from beneath the bridge, filling the sunset sky as they head out to hunt insects. It's one of Austin's most extraordinary natural spectacles, and one of the most unique outdoor experiences in Texas.
More Than Just a Bat Watching Tour
Your adventure begins with a guided kayak tour along Lady Bird Lake, surrounded by the downtown Austin skyline. Along the way, we'll explore the lake, look for local wildlife, and share the fascinating story of the Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony.
As the sun sets, we'll find a viewing spot near the bridge and wait for Austin's night shift to clock in.
When the bats begin their evening flight, you'll experience a side of Austin that most visitors never see.
No crowded tour buses. No watching from the sidewalk. Just you, the water, the sunset, and a whole lot of bats.
Come for the sunset. Stay for the spectacle. Leave with a story worth telling.