Austin Bat City Glow Paddle Board Experience
Experience Austin’s ONLY self-operated glow paddle board tour! Unlike any other tour in town, you captain your own illuminated paddleboard, lighting up the waters of Lady Bird Lake beneath you.
As we glide through the night, you'll take in stunning views of the Austin skyline while heading to the iconic South Congress Bat Bridge.
Watch in awe as thousands of bats take flight into the night sky—one of Austin’s most famous sights!
A unique, glowing adventure awaits—book your spot now!
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Austin Bat City Glow Paddle Board Experience
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Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching
The Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas, is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, with over 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats residing beneath it during the summer months. Each evening at sunset, crowds gather to watch the bats emerge in a dramatic, swirling cloud as they head out to hunt insects. This unique natural spectacle has become a beloved local tradition and a must-see attraction for visitors to the city.
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Austin, Texas’ skyline at night is a vibrant blend of modern architecture and glowing city lights reflecting off the Colorado River. Towering skyscrapers like The Independent and the Austonian light up the sky, while the iconic Frost Bank Tower adds a distinctive, crown-like shimmer. From the shore of Lady Bird Lake, the view feels alive—dynamic, colorful, and full of the creative energy that defines the city.
Inclusions
- Glow Paddle Board & Life Jacket
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Check in at our front desk and we will direct you where to go from there!
