Fajardo Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Adventure Tour
What your day looks like
This is one adventure not to be missed while in Puerto Rico! About, Join this fully-guided nighttime BioBay kayak adventure into one of the most amazing excursions of your life. Paddle your way through the mystical mangrove channels leading to “Laguna Grande”. Upon arrival, you will receive the equipment and a briefing on how to kayak. Once set for the adventure, we will be kayaking for 30 minutes approximately through the mangrove channel to reach the interior of the bay. Here you will meet our glowing friends, the Pyrodinium bahamense, microscopic planktons capable of producing natural light at the touch of your hand! Explore these amazing organisms up close as our professional eco guides take you to discover all their secrets. Learn how this fragile and unique ecosystem maintains a perfect balance of life and what you can do to protect such a special place. On this 2-hour BioBay kayak experience, you’ll get to: Learn interesting interpretations about the reserve’s fragile ecology, Paddle in a safe and closed environment Explore these amazing planktons up close, Watch how every stroke of your paddle leaves behind a glowing swirl of blue light, and fish light up their path like shooting stars in the water. The water comes alive with millions of glowing plankton that must be seen to be believed!
The experience, in brief
- Experience one of the most unique natural wonders in Puerto Rico
- You will paddle through mangrove channels into Laguna Grande
- Receive all equipment & a brief lesson on kayaking before starting the adventure
- Paddle for about 30 minutes through the mangroves to reach the bay
- Learn from ecoguides about the delicate ecosystem of the bioluminescent bay
- The tour is conducted in a controlled and safe environment
Your day, step by step
Las Croabas
Kayaking at Laguna Grande.
Las Croabas
Boating at Laguna Grande.
Las Croabas
Eco Tour at Laguna Grande.
What to know before booking
Included
Learn interesting interpretations about the reserve’s fragile ecology Paddle in a safe and closed environment Explore these amazing planktons up close
Not Included
Gratuity for your tour guide is not included but is greatly appreciated There are no locker facilities, everything stays on the bus Food and drinks
What to Bring
Wear a bathing suit underneath and water shoes (sandals with straps or flip flops work too - cannot be barefoot) Bring a towel and a change of clothes
Restrictions
Safety Requirements and Limitations: The maximum weight to participate is 230 lbs (103 kg) per person Participants must be physically capable of paddling a two-person kayak, on a coordinated matter, and not be afraid of the dark. Pregnant ladies, persons with previous injuries, back problems, or recent surgery cannot participate in this tour. Due to the strict weight restriction, all participants are subject to be weighed. No cancellations or refunds will be issued if a person neglects to inform the correct weight, and is not able to participate in the tour. Leave behind any electronic devices, important documentation, and large sums of cash.
Meeting & Pickup
Las Croabas, Fajardo Complimentary transportation from San Juan is included for all tours. Guests may also meet us directly at the tour location — if so, meeting details will be provided the day before the tour. Please note that the tour cost remains the same if clients opt out of the transfer from San Juan.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 7 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
The kayak tour was great and it was wonderful to have transportation. Things to note: the tour company is very strict on weight; I noticed 2 in our group were unable to participate. Also you will be walking into the water to get in and out of your kayak