Party Planning Guide
Plan the Perfect River Tubing Party
From bachelor parties to corporate events, create unforgettable Austin river tubing celebrations. Complete planning guide with transportation, coordination tips, and group packages.
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Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Group Size:
8-20 people
Budget:
$60-80 per person
Duration:
Full day
Best River:
San Marcos for reliability, Guadalupe for scenery
Party Highlights:
- Party bus transportation
- Group photo ops
- Celebration atmosphere
- Professional coordination
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Birthday Celebrations
Group Size:
6-15 people
Budget:
$45-65 per person
Duration:
Half or full day
Best River:
Comal for families, San Marcos for adults
Party Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling
- Age-appropriate activities
- Custom group packages
- Photo memories
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Corporate Team Building
Group Size:
15-50 people
Budget:
$50-70 per person
Duration:
Full day with activities
Best River:
San Marcos for consistent experience
Party Highlights:
- Professional coordination
- Team building activities
- Catered options
- Group transportation
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Graduation Parties
Group Size:
10-25 people
Budget:
$40-60 per person
Duration:
Full day
Best River:
Any river based on group preference
Party Highlights:
- Celebration packages
- Group discounts
- Flexible timing
- Memory making
Party Transportation Options
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Party Buses
Perfect for Celebrations
Features:
- • LED lighting and sound systems
- • Bar areas and cooler space
- • Dancing space and party atmosphere
- • Professional party-experienced drivers
Capacity & Cost:
- • 20-50 person capacity
- • $50-75 per person
- • 8-10 hour packages available
- • Includes round-trip transportation
Best For: Bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays, graduation celebrations, and any group wanting a party atmosphere.
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Charter Buses
Best for Large Groups
Features:
- • Climate control and comfortable seating
- • Storage space for coolers and gear
- • Professional group coordination
- • Flexible pickup/drop-off locations
Capacity & Cost:
- • 25-55 person capacity
- • $35-50 per person
- • Full-day charter available
- • Custom itinerary options
Best For: Corporate events, large family reunions, school groups, and budget-conscious large parties.
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Multiple Shuttles
Budget-Friendly Option
Features:
- • Coordinate multiple shuttle bookings
- • Same departure and return times
- • Regular shuttle service reliability
- • Easy group coordination
Capacity & Cost:
- • 15-20 people per shuttle
- • $25-40 per person
- • Book multiple shuttles for large groups
- • Most economical option
Best For: Budget-conscious groups, smaller parties, and groups that don't need custom timing.
Party Planning Timeline
Use this timeline to ensure your Austin river tubing party goes off without a hitch. Proper planning creates lasting memories and stress-free celebrations.
1
6-8 Weeks Before
- Set date and get initial head count
- Choose river based on group preferences
- Book party bus or charter transportation
- Send save-the-date to all attendees
- Research catering and dining options
2
4-6 Weeks Before
- Confirm final guest count and collect payments
- Coordinate any special requests (decorations, music)
- Plan pre and post-tubing activities
- Book dining reservations for group
- Arrange lodging for out-of-town guests
3
2-3 Weeks Before
- Confirm all transportation and activity bookings
- Create group chat for coordination
- Send detailed itinerary to all guests
- Purchase party supplies and decorations
- Prepare emergency contact list
4
1 Week Before
- Confirm final headcount with all vendors
- Check weather forecast and have backup plans
- Prepare party favors and supplies
- Brief party leadership on day-of responsibilities
- Charge cameras and prepare memory-making supplies
Party Success Tips
🎯 Group Coordination
- Assign 2-3 responsible people as group leaders
- Create group chat for real-time communication
- Use rope to tie tubes together on the river
- Plan meeting points every 30-45 minutes
📸 Memory Making
- Designate someone as the group photographer
- Bring waterproof cameras or GoPros
- Plan photo stops at scenic locations
- Create shared photo albums afterward
💰 Budget Management
- Collect payments 3-4 weeks in advance
- Build 10% buffer into budget for extras
- Get group discounts at 10+ people
- Consider weekday rates for savings
🎉 Party Extras
- Bring waterproof decorations
- Plan post-tubing dinner reservations
- Coordinate matching t-shirts or accessories
- Bring waterproof speakers for music
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