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Slide into Lake Austin life with a captained double-decker built for groups: waterslide, floating lily pad, and Bluetooth stereo all launch from Hula Hut Restaurant Docks. Read on for what to expect, safety notes, and local tips to make the most of your charter.
Slide into Lake Austin life with a captained double-decker built for groups: waterslide, floating lily pad, and Bluetooth stereo all launch from Hula Hut Restaurant Docks. Read on for what to expect, safety notes, and local tips to make the most of your charter.
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Lake Austin, on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas, is the setting for the 18 Person Double-Decker (Captained Bellini), a private twin-level charter that turns an ordinary day on the water into an organized outdoor celebration. The boat departs from Hula Hut Restaurant Docks and accommodates up to 18 guests with a second-story waterslide, a 16-foot floating pad, a floating beer-pong table, and a premium Bluetooth stereo. Captains provide fuel, basic safety gear, and navigation so groups can focus on swimming, sunning, and socializing.
The shoreline here features limestone bluffs, stretches of live oak and cypress, and waterfront homes that frame views of Mount Bonnell and the Pennybacker Bridge (360 Bridge). Those geological bluffs produce clear drop-offs and shallow coves that invite swimming and wildlife watching; keep an eye out for great blue heron and sunning turtles. Most charters cruise the lake for twenty to thirty minutes before anchoring in a popular Party Cove where guests lay out the floating lily pad and settle into a swim and play rhythm.
What makes this boat a standout in Austin is its balance of comfort and social gear. The upper deck provides a vantage for sunset photos, the slide supplies a quick adrenaline hit, and the floating accessories let groups create a private anchored playground. Practical policies keep the experience smooth: arrive fifteen minutes early to complete waivers, expect a state park five dollar per person loading fee, and note that an eighteen percent tip for high capacity charters is customary. Safety rules include life jackets for children twelve and under while the boat is underway and a captain’s right to refuse service for unsafe behavior.
Booking options range from brisk two hour trips to extended summer afternoons; pricing varies by weekday, Saturday, and holidays and becomes more economical per hour for longer rentals. Trips operate rain or shine unless the captain deems conditions unsafe. The company emails and texts a confirmation and will call before departure to review pickup details and weather.
For travelers staying in Austin, this charter is an efficient way to sample the Hill Country from water level and to gather friends for a memorable celebration. It is a distinctly Austin water outing: part social event, part guided shoreline tour, and wholly geared for groups who want easy logistics with maximum lake time.
Book early during summer weekends to secure departure times and request that the captain point out landmarks. Bring a mix of sun protection, refillable water, and dry bags for electronics. If you plan to swim, discuss anchor placement and current before jump-in. Groups looking for a quieter afternoon should choose weekdays or early mornings when the lake is less crowded and light favors photography.
The charter includes a captain, fuel, the double-decker boat, a 16-foot floating pad, a floating beer-pong table, ICE, an XL cooler, water bottles, and a premium Bluetooth stereo.
The meeting point is Lake Austin, TX - Hula Hut Restaurant Docks; the captain will text or call 15–30 minutes before departure to confirm pickup details.
Cancel more than 10 days before departure for a full refund; cancellation fees apply within 10 days of the trip.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; kids 12 and under are required to wear life jackets while the boat is underway and should be supervised on the slide.
No; pickups are not wheelchair/ADA accessible and guests must be able to step on and off the dock safely.
An 18% tip is customary for high-capacity charters and the company requests this to fairly compensate captains handling large groups.
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.
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