If you've priced tubing the San Marcos through Texas Canoes & Kayaks, Paddle SMTX, or a public-launch shop, you've probably noticed the rental fee is just one of the bills. Parking, shuttle, and lodging stack up fast. Bundling your stay and your tube wristband at Son's River Ranch is almost always cheaper — and a lot easier.
Cost comparison (typical weekend)
| Line item | Standalone rental in town | Son's Stay + Tube Bundle |
|---|---|---|
| Tube rental | $20-$25 per person | Included |
| Shuttle | $8-$12 per person | Included |
| Parking | $10-$20 per car | Included |
| Lodging (1 night) | $120-$220 hotel in town | From $29 (tent) — $99 (Safari Cabin weekday) |
| Bundle discount | — | 25% off day-rental add-ons |
| Total (per couple) | $200+ | From ~$120 |
Convenience comparison
Standalone rental
- Drive to rental shop
- Find paid parking
- Wait for shared shuttle
- Drive to hotel after
- One float, then you're done
Son's bundle
- Park once at your cabin
- Walk to private launch
- Private shuttle, no wait
- Unlimited floats all day
- Cabin is 30 seconds away
What's included with every bundle
- Overnight stay (tent, bell tent, glamping cabin, or safari cabin)
- Ultimate River Fun Wristband for every guest
- Private river access
- Unlimited tube + shuttle
- Parking
- 25% off additional day-rental add-ons (cabanas, kayaks, paddleboards)
Best for
- Families and groups — the per-person math wins by a mile
- Couples wanting a quiet weekend, not a parking lot
- First-timers who don't want to coordinate gear, shuttle, and hotel separately
Bundle your stay + tube
Add a wristband at checkout — your discount is applied automatically.
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