Celebrate your bride-to-be aboard a private party boat on Lake Austin. Enjoy a scenic cruise, giant floating lily pad, and bring your own drinks for an unforgettable bachelorette experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, no physical exertion required beyond moving around the boat.
Wildlife
History
Lake Austin was created in 1939 by damming the Colorado River and has since become a popular recreation spot for boating and fishing.
Conservation
Efforts are made to keep Lake Austin’s waters clean and clear, with boating guidelines in place to protect local wildlife and maintain water quality.
Austin Rental Boats
Celebrate your bride-to-be aboard a private party boat on Lake Austin. Enjoy a scenic cruise, giant floating lily pad, and bring your own drinks for an unforgettable bachelorette experience.
Austin Rental Boats operates boat tours and private charters on Lake Austin, offering a range of shared and private cruises for locals and visitors. The company provides hourly shuttles to Ski Shores Cafe, scenic 1‑hour and 1.5‑hour sunset tours, fully captained Tritoon rentals, electric Duffy cruises with A/C, double‑decker barges with slides, and private luxury two‑hour charters.
Options include per‑person tickets for shared boats, BYOB scenic tours, and private party boats accommodating 15, 22, or 44 guests. Trips emphasize safe, relaxed cruising past waterfront homes, celebrity estates, swan habitats, and the Pennybacker Bridge. Captains are licensed and vessels are fully captained, with onboard life jackets and standard safety equipment.
Reservations can be made for private events like bachelorette parties, family outings, corporate gatherings, and holiday lights cruises. Seasonal experiences include Lake Austin Lights with an LED tunnel and holiday motifs, plus access to Mozart’s Holiday Village after the cruise. Many departures offer music, luxury seating, optional swimming stops, and flexible group amenities such as coolers and floating pads.
Austin Rental Boats partners with Quince Lakehouse and local marinas for exclusive departure points and maintains electric and gas-powered fleets to match guest preferences. Pricing varies by trip type — per‑person tickets for shared experiences and flat rates for private charters. Clear cancellation policies and booking details are provided at reservation. The company focuses on memorable, customizable lake experiences delivered with professionalism, safety, and local expertise. Guests can request custom music playlists, catering recommendations, and local sightseeing routes to personalize each cruise experience.
Tours Offered
11+ experiences
Shared and private cruises available
Group Sizes
1–44 guests
Solo tickets to large private charters
Duration Options
20–120 minutes
Short shuttles to 2-hour luxury cruises
Special Features
Electric Duffy & BYOB
A/C, quiet electric boats, and BYOB tours
Secure per-person tickets or book a private charter — flexible group sizes, BYOB options, and seasonal specialty cruises available.
Bring Your Favorite Drinks
This is a BYOB event, so pack your preferred beverages to keep the party going.
Wear Sun Protection
Lake Austin can get sunny and bright, so bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses.
Arrive Early for Smooth Boarding
Arriving 15 minutes early helps with an easy check-in and boarding process.
Secure Your Valuables
Keep electronics and valuables in waterproof bags or leave them safely onshore.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from strong Texas sun while cruising or sunbathing.
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Waterproof Phone Case
Protects your phone from splashes and accidental drops near water.
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Light Jacket
Keeps you warm against cool winds on the water during cooler months.
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Non-Slip Shoes
Ensures safe footing on a potentially wet and slippery boat deck.