Enjoy an epic day on Lake Travis aboard the Hulk 2900, a private double-decker barge featuring a thrilling water slide and expert guidance. Perfect for family fun, parties, or corporate events in Austin, Texas.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with minimal physical exertion required.
Wildlife
History
Lake Travis was created in the 1940s by damming the Colorado River and has since become a key recreational spot in Central Texas.
Conservation
Lake Travis benefits from ongoing efforts to preserve water quality and protect native wildlife habitats around the shoreline.
Wave in Water
Enjoy an epic day on Lake Travis aboard the Hulk 2900, a private double-decker barge featuring a thrilling water slide and expert guidance. Perfect for family fun, parties, or corporate events in Austin, Texas.
Wave in Water is an Austin, Texas-based boat charter provider offering private boat experiences on Lake Austin, Lake Travis, and Lake Lewisville.
The fleet includes Premier PTX tritoons/pontoons, Bentley tritoons, a 25-foot captain-operated Bentley, a 14-passenger Bentley tour boat, and double-decker party barges such as the 26-passenger Hulk 2900 and the Shark tritoon party barges. Available trip formats include captain-led charters and no-captain rentals where permitted.
Available amenities and features across the fleet include high-performance motors (up to 300 HP on select Premier PTX boats and 115 HP on some Bentley models), Bluetooth stereos, onboard restrooms on captain-operated vessels, waterslides and swimming lily pads on double-decker barges, and spacious seating for groups.
Wave in Water operates a range of experiences: Premier PTX Tritoon/Pontoon trips on Lake Austin and Lake Travis, Bentley tritoon options with and without a captain on both lakes, private Lake Austin boat tours that highlight sights like the 360 Bridge and celebrity homes, and party barge charters on Lake Austin and Lake Travis. The 26-passenger Hulk 2900 and Shark party barges accommodate larger groups and feature waterslides and premium sound systems.
Safety-focused captains run the captain-led trips, and no-captain rentals are offered for eligible vessels. Bookings of four hours or more on Bentley no-captain Lake Austin trips include a $100 gift card for a future booking. Wave in Water serves birthdays, reunions, bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate events, and family outings, with options for water sports, tubing, dockside dining access, and stops at Party Cove.
Reservations can be customized for time, route, and add-on amenities to match group size and event goals with local lake knowledge and safety standards.
Locations
Austin, TX
Home base for lake charters
Trips Offered
11 Trips
Pontoon, tritoon, barges
Capacity Range
14–26 guests
Small tours to large parties
Popular Lakes
Lake Austin • Lake Travis • Lake Lewisville
Iconic Texas lake experiences
Book pontoon and tritoon rentals, private Lake Austin tours, or double-decker party barges now — choose captain-led service or no-captain options; four-hour no-captain Bentley Lake Austin bookings include a $100 gift card.
Arrive Early to Secure Prime Boarding Time
Getting to the dock early helps you maximize your time on the water and settle in comfortably before the trip begins.
Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming the lake’s ecosystem by choosing environmentally friendly sunscreen.
Stay Hydrated on Hot Days
Lake Travis can get very hot during summer—carry water to stay hydrated throughout your trip.
Wear Swimwear and Water Shoes
The water slide and swimming stops are highlights; wear water-appropriate gear to stay comfortable and safe.
Swimsuit
Ideal for enjoying the water slide and swimming stops on warm days.
summer
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from strong Texas sun exposure while on the boat.
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Water Shoes
Provide grip and protection when swimming or climbing on the barge's water slide.
summer
Light Jacket
Keeps you warm during cooler breezes on the water, especially in early mornings or late afternoons.
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