I know that tubing is a summer rite of passage for we Texans, but hear me out for a second. Instead of being packed like a sardine with thousands of other tubers under the blazing sun, what if you could enjoy a quiet, relaxing river trip with a fraction of the crowds and in the cool of nighttime? You can do just that when you go crystal kayaking in New Braunfels, Texas with Paddle TX, and it’s the experience of a lifetime.

Crystal kayaks are sweeping the nation, and thanks to Paddle TX, you can now hop in one and traverse the rivers of Central Texas like never before.
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This family-friendly activity features translucent kayaks that let you see straight through to the bottom of either the Guadalupe or Comal River.
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Affixed with multicolored LED lights, the kayaks illuminate the water in a rainbow of neon hues.
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Unlike the bumper-to-bumper (or tube-to-tube, we should say) traffic on the rivers during the day, once night falls, the crowds thin out and a sense of peace washes over the calm and tranquil waters.
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A maximum of six tandem kayaks go out on each excursion - and there is only one trip per night - so the experience is very intimate and relaxing.
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The scenery is incredible - if you opt to float the Comal, you'll even get to see the majestic waterfall at Landa Falls!
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In addition to crystal kayaks, Paddle TX also has stand-up paddleboards for rent, and they offer stand-up paddleboard yoga sessions.
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All crystal kayak participants must be able to swim, and no children under six are allowed. The weight limit per kayak is 425 pounds. Only reusable containers are permitted (no glass, Styrofoam, or plastic).
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For more information about crystal kayaking in New Braunfels, Texas, and/or to book your excursion, visit the Paddle TX website or Paddle TX Facebook page.

Have you ever floated the rivers of Texas on a crystal kayak? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for more things to do on a day trip to New Braunfels.

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Paddle TX, Water Front, 1405 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130, USA