San Juan: Bioluminescent Laguna Grande Bay Night Kayaking
Northern Region, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Experience Puerto Rico Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayaking at Laguna Grande, where the water glows as you paddle through. Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transportation for an unforgettable adventure.
Puerto Rico Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayaking Tour
This guided night kayaking tour in Laguna Grande, Fajardo, suits all skill levels and includes round-trip transportation from San Juan.
Highlights
- Round-trip transportation for a seamless experience
- The most visited kayak tour in Puerto Rico
- Explore one of five year-round glowing bioluminescent bays in the world
- Paddle through glowing waters with expert guides
- Suitable for all skill levels
Description
Your adventure begins with pickup at 4:00pm or 6:00pm from DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Juan (105, 3529 Avenida José de Diego, San Juan, 00911). Estimated drop-off is at 9:30pm or 11:30pm depending on the season.
Upon arrival in Fajardo, guides provide a safety briefing and orientation. You will kayak through a calm mangrove forest surrounded by Puerto Rico's natural scenery.
As night falls, you paddle toward the Bioluminescent Bay. Movements in the water may trigger glowing effects caused by bioluminescent organisms, although intensity varies with moonlight and weather conditions.
The tour ends with a peaceful paddle back through the mangroves under the stars, followed by return transportation to your San Juan pickup point.
Wear comfortable clothing and water shoes for the best experience.
Includes
- Round-trip transportation from San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
- Fully guided tour with expert instructors
- All equipment: kayak, paddles, and life jacket
- Safety briefing and Kayaking 101 session
- Guided paddle to Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay
- One complimentary tour photo
- Bottled water and snacks at the end of the tour
- Live commentary in English and Spanish
Excludes
- Meals (only bottled water and snacks included)
- Optional gratuities for guides
- Transportation outside San Juan (pickup only from DoubleTree by Hilton)
- Additional photos beyond the one complimentary photo
- Personal items such as water shoes, towels, or dry bags
Important Information
- Advance booking required due to limited availability
- Arrive 15 minutes early for pickup
- Tour times may vary seasonally and with weather conditions
- Minimum age: 7 years
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Maximum weight per person: 240 pounds
- Operates rain or shine except during extreme weather or warnings
- Tour duration approximately 2 hours
- Participants must be able to swim in case of capsizing
- Expect to get wet from the waist down; wear lightweight clothing or a swimsuit
- Avoid walking barefoot on the beach for safety
- Do not bring valuables that may get wet or lost
- No participation allowed under the influence of alcohol or drugs (no refunds)
- Waiver and ID verification required before the tour
- Tour uses two-person double kayaks
- Bioluminescence varies with weather conditions
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book early and bring water shoes, a swimsuit or quick-drying clothes, insect repellent, and a waterproof light if desired. The best visibility is on moonless or low-moon nights.
