Top Austin Water Tours

It can be tricky to choose the best spot to watch an Austin sunset without doing lots of research, but this tour makes the decision for you and showcases magnificent sunset views from the water. Sail out along the clear waters of Lake Travis on a small-group boat tour and enjoy captain commentary about local sights and Austin’s history.

Come experience the beauty of Lake Austin on a public, partially guided boat tour where our Captain serves as your tour guide! Ideal for individual travelers, couples and small groups/families, this tour offers an affordable way to experience Lake Austin with other passengers without renting an entire boat. Located just minutes from Downtown, Lake Austin offers 22 miles of great sightseeing views, including privately-owned waterfront and cliffside homes and popular shoreside restaurants. Unique to Lake Austin is its clear, constant-level water and intimate setting, making for the most beautiful scenery for pictures & social media-worthy photos of the iconic Pennybacker Bridge. You may even catch sight of Austin's own professional wake surfing phenoms Ashley Kidd and Raleigh Hager!

Come experience the beauty of Lake Austin on a private, partially guided pontoon boat cruise. Located just minutes from Downtown, Lake Austin offers 22 miles of great sightseeing views, including privately-owned waterfront and cliffside homes and popular shoreside restaurants. Unique to Lake Austin is its clear, constant-level water and intimate setting, making for the most beautiful scenery for pictures & social media-worthy photos with the iconic Pennybacker Bridge. You may even catch sight of Austin's own professional wake surfing phenoms Ashley Kidd and Raleigh Hager! Reserve the boat for up to 10 people for 2 hours & enjoy fun times on the lake! Whether you’re looking to celebrate an upcoming wedding, a graduation, birthday or just want some quality family time - this is the perfect option for you and your group. Included is the boat rental, a Wake Riderz boat captain and use of an Aqua Lily Pad should you decide to enjoy the water.

Watch more than a million bats fly out of the Congress Avenue Bridge on an evening kayak tour of Austin that’s timed to catch the spectacular natural show. Observing the Congress Avenue Bridge bats from a kayak means you don’t have to find a spot among the crowds on the riverbank, giving you a front-row seat as the Mexican free-tailed bats take to the sky.

Perfect for solo travelers or small groups who don’t want to rent the entire boat themselves, this intimate cruise offers the perks of a private cruise without the associated costs. Our captain serves as a tour guide pointing out landmarks and sharing some of Austin's unique history along the way. Bring your own drinks—alcoholic beverages welcome—and a camera to capture photos of the lakeside grotto known as Little Venice. The Lake Austin cruise takes off the Loop 360 Boat Ramp located below the southern end of Pennybacker Bridge over Lake Austin. This three-acre park is primarily used for lake access, but offers a grassy area for picnicking. A few bald cypress and sycamore trees grow along the water's edge. Multiple boats are used for this event, we'll do our best to accommodate special seating requests. Please let us know if you have friends booking separately that you'd like to sit with.

Come and see the sunset with us! Fathom Yacht Charters is a uniquely immersive experience with a focus on all things wellness and water. The company concept is a beautifully balanced marriage of leisure cruising alongside embracing the rejuvenating and calming effects of the water. The Fathom sunset experience is held onboard Fathom Freedom, a sleek, modern 38-foot yacht located on Lake Travis. Outings include a narrated tour, beverages and snacks. Fathom also offers curated Blue Mind journeys including wellness outings and getaways, lake tours, team building, team meetings, special occasion events, photo shoots, and more.

Join our guides for the ultimate bat watching experience! Our Sunset Bat Tour offers stunning views of the Downtown Austin Skyline, fun facts about the local bat colony, and the chance to see the 1.5 million Mexican Free-Tailed bats emerge from the famous bat bridge. We are located minutes away from the Congress Avenue Bridge.

Need a break from the stress of daily life? Imagine returning from a transformative day on the water feeling rejuvenated, clear, and calm. With Fathom Freedom and the Blue Mind experience, you can. Blue Mind is wellness science based on the proof that being in or near the water can make you happier, healthier, and better at what you do. Human physiology is hardwired to respond positively to water and it’s one of the oldest forms of medicine for physical, emotional, and mental health. The Fathom Blue Mind experience is held onboard Fathom Freedom, a sleek, modern 38-foot yacht located on Lake Travis. This is a great option to consider for yourself, friends, family, or a team. Outings include healthy foods, fresh-infused beverages (non-alcoholic), and wholesome snacks. Fathom also offers curated Blue Mind journeys including wellness outings and getaways, lake tours, team building, team meetings, special occasion events, photo shoots, and more!

Do you need a day of rest, relaxation and self care – a day for you? Constant pressure from an always-connected life at work and at home eventually leads to disengagement and burnout. Pamper yourself and find your Zen with your friends, family or group and book a Blue Mind day spa experience aboard the Fathom Freedom yacht. Escape and unwind with our own amazing version of paradise where we create a sanctuary of relaxation and tranquility. Choose from a mani/pedi, massage, gentle yoga or a guided meditation led by our instructor. Outings include healthy foods, fresh fruit-infused beverages, wholesome snacks and a complementary glass of mimosa, champagne or prosecco. The Fathom Blue Mind experience is held onboard Fathom Freedom, a sleek, modern 38-foot yacht located on Lake Travis. This is a great option to consider for yourself, friends, family, or a team.

A uniquely immersive experience with a focus on all things wellness and water. The company concept is a beautifully balanced marriage of leisure cruising alongside embracing the rejuvenating and calming effects of the water. Designed with the guest in mind. Tastefully appointed and decorated with art by local Austin artists, this yacht cruise experience truly stands out. If you are ready to disconnect from tech and reconnect with your inner zen, this is the experience for you. You will enjoy plush modern seating and accommodations, spa towels, healthy plated snacks and meals, and nautical-themed dinnerware service with Italian silverware. Meals are prepared by a well-trained private chef and you can select from fresh juice infused waters, espresso, teas, and more.

Experience Austin from beautiful Lady Bird Lake. On this guided tour you will see stunning views of the city, historical Barton Springs, and natural all from the heart of downtown Austin.