Monday- Sunday

'Round Red Bud Isle Tour

This 3-mile hyper-natural tour heads west, away from the city, and around Austin’s Red Bud Isle and back. The scenery features limestone bluffs, greenery and wildlife everywhere you look! We’ll take you to the city's magical Secret Spring, where you’ll discover a natural spring and oasis that is relatively undiscovered, even by many locals. Your guide will share a historical perspective on the greater Colorado River and the immense watershed that Lady Bird Lake is a part of. They’ll also touch on the Highland Lakes Chain, and how this series of dams and reservoirs has changed and revolutionized the region.

For this tour, we recommend bringing snacks, lunch or pre-ordering a cheese board or sandwich box from our local partner, Cheese Please Co. We will take a break at Red Bud Isle for participants to eat before heading back to Rowing Dock.

cost

$44 ~~$55~~ Per Person*
*20% off discount on all guided tours through Dec, 2022. Will automatically apply at end of check out.

PADDLING TIME

3 Miles Round Trip | 2.5 Hour Experience

BOAT SELECTION

Kayaks (Single & Double)

Interested in a Private Tour?

If our pre-scheduled dates don't work for your schedule or you'd prefer a private experience fo your group, please reach out and we'd be happy to arrange a tour based on your needs.

What to bring

We require each of these before you hit the water, no exceptions – but keep in mind our dock doesn’t have secured storage for additional items.

Photo ID

Matching Credit Card

Rental Waiver

(provided at dock)

Learn More About What to Bring

RULES & GUIDELINES FOR SMOOTH SAILING

Rule number one, obviously, is to have fun. Alas, there are a few more things to know before you row.

Read all the rules & guidelines

Guided Tour FAQs

Can I bring my cooler to ticketed events?

Sure thing, feel free to bring along whatever you like. Keep in mind there is limited space inside of boats, so small coolers generally work better. Please do not bring any glass.

Do I need to wear my life jacket during events?

How long are guided paddles?

Our typical guided paddles are about 2 hours. But, for our bat paddles, the bats dictate our timing so plan to be on the water anywhere between two and three hours.

How many people can go on a guided paddle?

We can accommodate groups of all sizes. We recommend groups of 2-12, however, we can add additional guides to accommodate larger groups.

Is there a minimum age you have to be to go on a guided paddle?

All ages are welcome. If your group is taking out SUPs, children under the age of 16 are required to have a parent or guardian on the water with them. For kayaks and canoes, children under the age of 13 are required to have a parent or guardian on the water.

Can you bring your pets on a guided paddle?

Pets are welcome! Generally the tour is more enjoyable if your pet is not high energy.

Can people take different boats out for guided paddles?

Yes, but we do recommend renting the same boat if you'd like to all travel at the same speed.

View our full FAQs

Notice:

CLOSED Thursday, February 2nd

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Round Red Bud Isle