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| Hours | Daily tours; times change seasonally; call to check schedule | ||
| Address | 209 E Sixth St | ||
| Location | Boarding in front of the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau | ||
| Phone | 512/4-SPLASH (477-5274) | ||
| Web site | www.austinducks.com | ||
| Prices | Tours $26 adults, $24 seniors and students, $16 ages 3-12 | ||
Frommer's Review
It's a hoot -- or should I say a quack? Whether or not you opt to use the duck call whistle included in the tour price to blow at the folks you pass in the street, you'll get a kick out of this combination land and sea tour. You'll be transported in a six-wheel-drive amphibious vehicle (originally created for British troops during the Cold War) through Austin's historic downtown and the scenic west side before splashing into Lake Austin. Comedy writers helped devise the script for this 1 1/2-hour tour, so it's funny as well as informative.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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