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    Wakesurfing & Wakeboarding on Lake Austin

    Ride a premium wake boat on Lake Austin for customizable wakesports fun with all gear and captain included.

    From$1,050

    Duration

    2–8 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 11 people

    Includes

    Captain, fuel, wake gear

    Highlights

    Cruise Lake Austin aboard a luxury Malibu 25 LSV wake boat with a professional captain at the helm. Enjoy wakesurfing, wakeboarding, tubing, or simply relaxing while premium gear and a shaded deck keep everyone comfortable.

    1. Carve waves behind a powerful wake boat
    2. Relax on a Mission Reef Mat between sets
    3. Sync your playlist to the Bluetooth stereo
    4. Sip drinks kept cold in the large Yeti cooler
    5. Feel secure with top-quality safety gear

    What's Included

    1. Captain and fuel
    2. Wakeboards, skis, tube, kneeboard
    3. Yeti cooler, reef mat, safety gear

    Charters last 2–8 hours and accommodate up to 11 guests. A 20% gratuity for the captain is due at the end of the rental.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancel free up to 8 days before your charter. Cancellations 7–3 days prior incur a 50% fee; within 48 hours the booking is non-refundable. Trips operate rain or shine; unsafe weather may lead to reschedule or full refund. No-shows are charged in full plus 20% gratuity. Late arrivals or unsafe behavior may result in service refusal without refund.

    Meeting location

    5019 Capital of Texas Hwy North Austin, TX 78746

    Experience provided by Big Tex Boat Rentals
    Experience provided by Big Tex Boat Rentals

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    3 Hour Rental

    $1,050

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    4 Hour Rental

    $1,400

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    5 Hour Rental

    $1,750

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    6 Hour Rental

    $2,100

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    7 Hour Rental

    $2,450

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    8 Hour Rental

    $2,800

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    5.0 stars• 2.1K reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    2.1K reviews•Google Maps

    Big Tex operates with a team of excellent captains who consistently make Lake Travis outings memorable. Names like Jake, Captain Cole, Brandon, and Ben come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising their professionalism, safety awareness, and ability to balance fun with responsibility. The captains know the lake well, finding the best spots to anchor and ensuring everyone has a relaxed yet exciting time on the water. The boats themselves are clean and well-maintained, with options like double-decker tritoons complete with slides. Groups love this provider for bachelor parties, bachelorettes, and family outings alike. Captains go the extra mile, helping with photos and videos, accommodating last-minute extensions, and genuinely caring about their passengers. With over 2,000 reviews maintaining a perfect rating, the consistency of positive experiences speaks volumes about their reliability and service quality.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had the best day with Big Tex! Captain Colt was amazing- we were having such a good time we wanted to extend our time and he had no problem with us doing that! Our bachelorette group all agreed that the boat was our favorite part of the trip!! We loved his dog Sheila too!!

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    Alexandra Colucci

    October 6, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had the best day with Big Tex! Captain Colt was amazing- we were having such a good time we wanted to extend our time and he had no problem with us doing that! Our bachelorette group all agreed that the boat was our favorite part of the trip!! We loved his dog Sheila too!!

    Photo of Alexandra Colucci

    Alexandra Colucci

    October 6, 2025

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