Austin Bat Bridge Kayak Tour Experience

Experience the enchantment of Austin's iconic bat colony with our Bat Bridge Kayak Tour on Lady Bird Lake. Glide along the tranquil waters, framed by the city's skyline and lush greenery. As dusk falls, witness the emergence of thousands of bats from beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge, a spectacle that's both mesmerizing and unforgettable.
Led by knowledgeable guides, paddle beneath the bridge to witness the bats' flight up close. Our tour offers a unique perspective on Austin's natural beauty and urban wildlife. With each stroke of your paddle, immerse yourself in the magic of Lady Bird Lake and create memories to cherish forever.

Meeting Point

East Avenue

East Ave, Austin, TX 78701, USA

We will meet directly under the I35 overpass off East Ave out of a parking lot/docking area by the water and launch from there. If you’re having trouble locating us, just look up Lone Star Kayak Tours on Google Maps. We're to the left with the blue and orange kayaks when you come down to the water!

What's included:

• Paddleboard
• Paddle
• Life Jacket

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching

100 Congress Ave, , Austin, 78704-4072, Texas

The South Congress Bat Bridge in Austin, Texas, stands as an iconic marvel, renowned for its captivating nightly spectacle. Home to one of the largest urban bat colonies in North America, this bridge serves as a twilight rendezvous point for thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats. As the sun dips below the horizon, a mesmerizing sight unfolds as these nocturnal creatures take flight in a swirling vortex, painting the sky with their silhouettes against the backdrop of the Austin skyline. Locals and visitors alike gather along the bridge and adjacent parklands, eagerly anticipating the moment when nature's aerial acrobats emerge in a breathtaking display of synchronicity and grace. Beyond its natural allure, the South Congress Bat Bridge serves as a testament to Austin's vibrant cultural tapestry, blending urban infrastructure with ecological preservation in a harmonious celebration of biodiversity.

20 minutes

Austin

Austin, Texas

As the sun descends over the eclectic cityscape of Austin, Texas, the skyline transforms into a breathtaking tableau of hues and silhouettes. Towers of modern architecture stand tall, juxtaposed against the backdrop of a fiery sky painted with hues of orange, pink, and violet. The iconic landmarks such as the Frost Bank Tower and the Austonian cast long shadows across Lady Bird Lake, while the Congress Avenue Bridge stretches majestically over the water. Reflecting the city's dynamic energy, the skyline at sunset becomes a symbol of Austin's fusion of innovation, creativity, and natural beauty, captivating both locals and visitors with its mesmerizing charm.

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