Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Fajardo

4.7 (2,187 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation

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Bioluminescence is one of planet Earth’s best-kept secrets. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Edited illustration of Bioluminescence to allow camera flash on participants. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the glowing waters of Fajardo’s famous Bioluminescent Lagoon with Puerto Rico’s most awarded aquatic adventure provider! Move your arms through the water on a tandem kayak, and watch how millions of microscopic plankton light up your hands in magical pixie dust spectacle. Paddles leave behind a swirl of blue light and stars cover the sky on this mystical night kayak expedition across Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve. Laguna Grande is the only bioluminescent lagoon in the world, and one of five year-round bioluminescent bodies of water in our globe!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Kayaking Puerto Rico

Ages: Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Kayaking 101 and Safety Pre Ride Instructions
Included: Light snacks and Refreshments
Included: Tandem (two-person) kayak
Included: Paddle through the Red Mangrove Forest
Included: Paddles, backrests and Extrasport USCG Approved life jacket
Included: Eco Friendly Insect Repellent

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Paddle your way through the mystical mangrove channels leading to “Laguna Grande.” There, you will meet our glowing friends, the Pyrodinium Bahamense, a microscopic plankton capable of producing natural light at the touch of your hand! Explore these amazing organisms up close as your professional eco-guides take you to discover all its 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. This famous bio bay kayak tour includes interesting interpretations about the reserve's fragile ecology, star constellations and a fascinating encounter with billions of bioluminescent organisms. 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 adventure to Laguna Grande can only be described as magical! Maximum Weight Limit: 240 lbs PER ONE GUEST | up to 425 lbs COMBINED PER KAYAK

Stop 1
Stop 2
El Faro de las Cabezas de San Juan
Laguna Grande

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Once you arrive to Kayak Village in the area of Las Croabas, Fajardo. Meet your host at Kiosk #11, second one on your right side after entering the gate. Parking is available free of charge, on the roundabout towards the left side of the entrance.

End point

Once you arrive to Kayak Village in the area of Las Croabas, Fajardo. Meet your host at Kiosk #11, second one on your right side after entering the gate. Parking is available free of charge, on the roundabout towards the left side of the entrance.

Using your ticket

Please make sure to sign your waivers prior to arriving to the check in location (they will be emailed).

If you have any questions regarding your reservation you can contact Kayaking Puerto Rico at 787-245-4545 or [email protected].

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Maximum Weight Limit: 240 lbs PER ONE GUEST | up to 425 lbs COMBINED PER KAYAK
Minimum age is 6 years old | Participants Age 6-13 must be accompanied by an adult on the same kayak. Participants 14-17 must have an adult participating on the tour.
Wear Comfortable clothes that can get wet (bathing suit shorts), shoes that can get wet (flip flops / water shoes), bring a towel and change of clothes (for after the excursion).
Odd number parties will be assigned on double kayaks during the tour.
Bring your cell phone during your travel (in the event that we need to contact you, or you need to contact us prior to the excursion)
This excursion requires a minimum of at least 6 total participants in order to provide the tour. In the event this minimum is not met, we will call 1-2 days prior to the excursion to go over alternative options (i.e. reschedule for a different date or time that has the minimum requirement, payment options for a private excursion, or cancel without penalty)
For safety reasons we requiere all guests are able to communicate in English or Spanish.
Not recommended for travelers with back, neck, wrist, arm, leg problems, recent surgeries / injuries and/or cast.
Not recommended for travelers who are prone to panic attacks
Not permitted for pregnant travelers
Maximum weight per person is 240 lbs