Party Boat Rental Pricing 

Lone Star Boat Rentals offers charters of party boats, pontoon boats and barge rentals with a base price starting at $150 an hour.

Base Price 

The base price depends on boat size, amenities and what day of the week you are choosing to book on. 

Hourly Minimum 

All pontoon and party boat rentals require a minimum period of 3 hours on the weak days and 4 hours on the weekends. You can add additional hours to the charter if you want to continue the fun while you are on the water. 

Captains Gratuity 

all of our rentals are captained by an experienced boat captain. We require 20% gratuity to be paid directly to the captain at the dock. 

Upfront Pricing Guarente 

We believe that pricing should be transparent and easy to understand. You will never be asked to pay anything outside of what is outlined here. 

Average Hourly Cost: On average, the hourly cost of chartering a yacht on Lake Travis can range from $200 to $500 or more, depending on the size, amenities, and luxury level of the yacht. Smaller yachts or boats may have a lower hourly rate, while larger and more luxurious yachts command a higher price.

Austin Texas is home to three major lakes all of which are fed by the Colorado River there is Lady bird lake or town lake, Lake Austin and Lake Travis. 

Devils Cove 

Devil’s Cove, nestled near Hudson Bend on Lake Travis, is a hub of celebration where party boats unite to create unforgettable memories for bachelorette, bachelor and birthday parties.

360 Bridge

If you’re looking for an exciting spot to add to your list of must-visit places on your next Lake Austin boat rental, then 360 Cove is the place to be. Situated close to the Austin County Club and just a few miles boat ride from the Hula Hut and Mozarts, it’s a hub of activity that draws crowds of cool and interesting people from all corners of the United States.

While Devils Cove on Lake Travis might be a popular destination, 360 Cove on Lake Austin is the ultimate house party just minutes from downtown. You’ll have plenty of options to choose from. You can hang out with your crew on our aqua lily pads, which come included with all of our pontoon rentals.

Starnes Island

Starnes Island is a popular location for party barges to anchor. Although it can be difficult to find a spot to pull up on holidays, it is more relaxed and suitable for families compared to Devil’s Cove, which is known as the best party destination on Lake Travis.

To prepare for your party boat experience in Lake Austin, follow these simple steps:
1. Arrange transportation to and from the party boat marina.
2. Plan to bring your own food and beverages unless you purchase them through Lone Star.
3. Bring cash to tip your party boat captain.
4. Do not bring inflatables, coolers, or audio equipment as we provide all of these onboard.

Renting a party boat without a captain on Lake Travis is indeed possible, provided you meet the necessary requirements and qualifications. For most boaters it is ill advised to rent a boat on Lake Travis without a captain as it can become congested and difficult to navigate. 

As a safety precaution, Lone Star Party Boat Rentals are all captained by professional party boat captains.