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Private 12‑Passenger Pontoon on Lake Travis — Captain, Cooler and an 18‑ft Lilypad for a Day on the Water
A private pontoon rental for up to 12 people on Lake Travis that includes an experienced captain, onboard amenities and an 18‑foot lilypad—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan a 2–4 hour outing.
Private 12‑Passenger Pontoon on Lake Travis — Captain, Cooler and an 18‑ft Lilypad for a Day on the Water.
This private pontoon experience on Lake Travis places a captain, a fueled boat and a compact kit of comforts at your disposal for a 2–4 hour outing. The operator supplies life vests for every passenger, a cooler, bimini shade and a Bluetooth stereo; guests bring snacks and drinks and can use the supplied 18‑foot lilypad for time in the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private 12‑Passenger Pontoon with Captain
A private pontoon charter sized for up to 12 passengers includes an experienced captain and a full tank of gas, letting your group settle in without worrying about navigation or fueling.
Shade, Stereo, Cooler and a Lilypad
The boat is equipped with a bimini top for shade, a Bluetooth stereo, one cooler and an 18‑foot lilypad for lounging on the water; optional larger cooler packages are available with ice and bottled water.
Launch from Pennybacker Bridge Boat Ramp
Pick up and drop off take place at the Pennybacker Bridge Boat Ramp on TX‑360 Loop in Austin, where groups board and return to shore.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
You meet at the Pennybacker Bridge boat ramp, climb aboard a pontoon that comes stocked with life vests and a captain, and spend a curated 2–4 hours on Lake Travis with music, shade and a lilypad for floating. The setup is intentionally simple: the operator provides the boat, captain, fuel and basic onboard gear while guests supply food and drinks within the listed container restrictions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should choose something else.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Typical rentals run 2–4 hours; for custom booking times, call or text the operator to arrange.
Guests may bring their own food and drinks; avoid red wine, glass bottles and styrofoam cups. The rental includes one cooler—an optional large cooler with a 20‑lb bag of ice and waters is available.
Every rental includes an experienced captain, a full tank of gas, one cooler, life vests for everyone, a bimini top for shade, and a Bluetooth stereo, plus an 18‑ft lilypad.
Pick up and drop off occur at the Pennybacker Bridge Boat Ramp on TX‑360 Loop in Austin (TX 78746).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is a captain provided?
Yes — every boat rental includes an experienced captain.
How long are rentals?
Rentals are typically booked for 2–4 hours.
Where do we meet the boat?
Pick‑up and drop‑off take place at the Pennybacker Bridge Boat Ramp (TX‑360 Loop, Austin, TX 78746).
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes — guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks, though the operator asks that you avoid red wine, glass bottles and styrofoam cups.
What safety gear is provided?
Life vests are provided for everyone on board.
Are there optional extras?
An optional large cooler with a 20‑pound bag of ice and bottled waters is available for passengers.
How many people can the pontoon carry?
This listing is for the 12‑passenger maximum pontoon; the operator notes the same information applies to their 15‑person boat options as specified.