11. Private one-hour Duffy cruise on Lake Austin
5.0· 15 reviews· 1 hoursOne hour on an air-conditioned Duffy boat — enjoy panoramic views of waterfront homes while relaxing with friends or celebrating a special occasion.
“The sunset tour was wonderful. Our guide, Patrick, was excellent and provided us with lots of information about the houses and the surrounding area.”— irenedC1492WC
22. San Antonio day tour from Austin with river cruise and Alamo visit
4.9· 108 reviews· 7 hoursSeven hours, guided tour — visit the Alamo, ride the Tower of the Americas, and enjoy a river cruise along the San Antonio River Walk.
“A great introduction to San Antonio. Ideal for those staying in Austin without a vehicle and who have not previously visited San Antonio.”— Dan_E
33. Private two-hour party boat cruise on Lake Austin
4.9· 120 reviews· 2 hoursTwo hours on a private pontoon — swim, float, and relax with drinks on Lake Austin, supervised by a certified captain.
“Our afternoon was truly fantastic. Captain Spencer was incredible, sharing his extensive knowledge of the area and keeping us entertained. The entire experience, from booking to the end of the tour, was well-organized and pleasant. I can’t praise our captain and the tour enough.”— PiperPerkins_P
44. Private 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Austin
4.9· 90 reviews· 2 hoursTwo-hour private pontoon boat cruise — enjoy swimming, views of celebrity homes, and BYOB from the Oysters Landing Boat Dock, just five minutes from downtown.
“I had a fantastic experience! The boat ride was wonderful, and it was a perfect day out on the lake. Captain Reed is truly exceptional.”— allisonohallison
55. Half-day wine shuttle tour in Hill Country from Austin
4.9· 344 reviews· 4.5 hoursApproximately five hours in a luxury van — a tour of two award-winning wineries with optional tastings in the Texas Hill Country.
“Kelty was fantastic! We had an incredible experience during the tour, especially with a bachelorette party as part of the group. It was so much fun.”— Diane_O
66. One-hour shared boat cruise on Lake Austin
4.9· 168 reviews· 1 hoursOne-hour shared cruise on Lake Austin — enjoy scenic views of luxury homes and Texas Hill Country, with options for sunrise, midday, sunset, or night trips.
“The tour was enjoyable, and Captain Tom did an excellent job.”— baranz2026
77. Downtown Austin sunset kayak tour with bat viewing
4.9· 219 reviews· 2.5 hoursTwo and a half hours of kayaking along the Austin skyline, watching the sunset and observing 1.5 million bats take flight.
“We had an incredible time. The experience was enhanced by Rob and Ross, who made it even more enjoyable. I strongly suggest booking with their team; it was both informative and entertaining.”— Traveler30104856701
88. Sunset cruise on Lake Travis with a BYOB option
4.9· 234 reviews· 1.5 hoursTwo hours on Lake Travis — sightseeing cruise with an English-speaking captain; bring your own drinks and enjoy a scenic sunset over the iconic Hill Country.
“Jared served as an exceptional guide, providing timely service and excellent communication. The sunset and boat ride were stunning. I would certainly recommend this experience and would book it again.”— Paloma_W
99. Clear kayak sunset tour on San Marcos River
4.9· 196 reviews· 1.3 hoursTwo hours of guided paddling — clear kayaks on San Marcos River at sunset, with wildlife sightings including beavers and vibrant bird species.
“We spotted numerous fish, a turtle, a beaver, ducks, and various other birds during our adventure.”— waynekK2861ZT
1010. Lake Austin scenic history tour — 2-hour shaded pontoon cruise
4.8· 166 reviews· 2 hoursTwo-hour guided tour on a shaded pontoon — learn about Lake Austin's history and landmarks while enjoying the scenery and wildlife.
“Spencer was a fantastic guide with great knowledge. I had a wonderful afternoon on the water and will definitely request him for my future outings.”— Kim_L
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