For groups of 12+, the easiest way to tube from Austin is to charter a party bus. Pickup at your hotel or Airbnb, BYO drinks for the ride, drop at the outfitter, float, and the bus is waiting at the end. No driving, no parking, no DD.
What's a Party Bus Tubing Trip?
An Austin charter operator picks your group up downtown, drives you 45–60 minutes to a river outfitter, drops you off for the float, and meets you at the takeout to drive you home. Buses range from 12-passenger sprinters to 30-seat coaches with sound systems, coolers, and bathrooms.
Cost Per Person
- •12–15 people: $80–$100/person all-in.
- •15–25 people: $60–$80/person.
- •25+ people: $50–$65/person.
For just transport (no tube/shuttle bundled), expect $30–$45/person. The combined "all-in" tubing packages are usually a better deal.
What's Usually Included
- ✓Round-trip charter from Austin pickup to river
- ✓Tube rental + on-river shuttle at the outfitter
- ✓Cooler tube (often)
- ✓Bus coolers and ice for BYOB
- ✓Sound system / aux cable
Best For
- •Bachelor parties and bachelorettes — the default Austin choice.
- •Corporate team building — clean logistics, no DD problem.
- •Big birthday floats (25+).
- •Out-of-town wedding guests, conference groups, reunions.
How to Book
- Pick the river first. Comal for first-timers, Guadalupe for adventure, San Marcos for budget.
- Get a head count. Pricing scales with bus size — bigger group = lower per-person cost.
- Book 6–12 weeks ahead for summer weekends.
- Confirm BYO policy and tipping in the contract.
- Have us coordinate it. Contact us with your group size and date.
What to Bring on the Bus
Cans (no glass), reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes, hat, towel, dry bag for your phone. See the full packing list.