Austin Party Boat Pricing Guide
Austin party boat pricing explained: private-charter vs per-person rates (from $857.03 for 4 hours Mon–Thu, or $125.26–$138.44/person, all-in with Texas tax (8.25%) + 20% gratuity included), weekday vs weekend pricing, per-guest math by boat, add-on costs, plus DIY-pontoon comparison math.
The complete Austin party boat pricing guide. All Premier Party Cruises prices listed here are ALL-IN — the 8.25% Texas sales tax, fees, and a 20% gratuity for the captain + crew are already included, with no discount codes and nothing added at checkout. One number covers the whole 4-hour charter.
Base rates by boat
Day Tripper (up to 14 guests): from $857.03 all-in for a 4-hour charter (Mon–Thu; weekends higher). Intimate party barge for small bach groups, birthdays, and tight-knit family events.
Meeseeks (25–30 guests): from $988.88 all-in for a 4-hour charter (Mon–Thu; weekends higher). Mid-size entertainer with premium sound and large open layout.
The Irony (25–30 guests): from $988.88 all-in for a 4-hour charter (Mon–Thu; weekends higher). Same size and same price as Meeseeks — different boat, same value.
Clever Girl (31–75 guests): from $1,120.73 all-in for a 4-hour charter (Mon–Thu; weekends higher). Premier's flagship, large dance floor, stage area, premium audio, the boat for weddings, large corporate, and combined bach groups.
All private charters run 4 hours. Mon–Thu prices are Premier's lowest and weekends run higher — every price is all-in with the 8.25% tax, fees & 20% gratuity already included.
ATX Disco Cruise per-person pricing
The ATX Disco Cruise is the public, mixed-group format on Clever Girl. All-in per-person tickets by time slot: $125.26 (Friday 12–4 PM) and $138.44 (Saturday 11 AM–3 PM, most popular). 21+ only. Tax, fees & 20% gratuity are already included — no codes. The disco runs March–October weekends; tickets sell out for prime Saturdays 6+ weeks ahead.
Per-guest math at full capacity
Day Tripper at 4 hours ÷ 14 guests = about $61/guest all-in (Mon–Thu). Meeseeks or The Irony ÷ 30 guests = about $33/guest all-in. Clever Girl ÷ 75 guests = about $15/guest all-in. Every price already includes the 8.25% tax, fees & 20% gratuity; weekends run higher. Add BYOB beverages ($10–$25/guest) and any add-ons.
Add-on pricing
Floating bartender (3-hour minimum): from $200. Pro DJ (3 hours, mic, requests, announcements): from $450. Photographer (2-hour shoot, edited gallery in under 5 days): from $350. Custom decor and signage: quoted per job. Overnight docking: quoted per night. Party On Delivery (sister company) BYOB pre-stock: retail prices, 100% buyback on unopened.
What's included in the all-in price
Included: TPWD-licensed captain, fuel, premium Bluetooth sound system, large coolers (BYO ice or order pre-iced via Party On Delivery), USCG-approved life jackets every size including infant + child, on-board restroom, marina access (free parking, no stairs from car to boat).
Already included in every all-in price: the 8.25% Texas sales tax, fees, and the 20% gratuity for the captain + crew. Nothing is added at checkout and there are no discount codes — one number covers the whole charter.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the all-in price?
TPWD-licensed captain, fuel, premium Bluetooth sound, large coolers, USCG life jackets every size, on-board restroom, Anderson Mill Marina access (free parking, no stairs).
Are tax and gratuity included?
Yes — every price is all-in. The 8.25% Texas sales tax, fees, and the 20% gratuity for the captain + crew are already included, with nothing added at checkout and no discount codes.
Do you offer weekday discounts?
Mon–Thu charters are Premier's lowest all-in prices, with weekends higher — so weekdays are the best value for corporate offsites and family groups. Every charter runs 4 hours.
How does Premier compare to a budget Lake Travis pontoon?
A budget pontoon is $400–$800/day for the boat alone — you drive, you bring music, you haul coolers, you coordinate safety. Add a captain ($200–$300/day extra), sound, floats, and logistics, and the budget option usually costs more than Premier on a total basis. Premier is all-in from $857.03 for a 4-hour charter (Mon–Thu; weekends higher) with captain + audio + safety included.