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Bioluminescent Bay Night Tour in La Parguera, Puerto Rico
Experience the magic of La Parguera’s famous Bioluminescent Bay on a professionally guided, safe, and stable night tour aboard our exclusive Chiliboats Waterbikes.
Your safety is our top priority!
As you move across calm waters, natural bioluminescence glows around you, creating a breathtaking and unforgettable experience.
Unlike traditional boats or kayaks, our catamaran-style waterbikes offer excellent stability and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the natural glow beneath your feet with confidence. All tours operate on double Chiliboats.
Located just 2 hours from San Juan and 1.5 hours from Aguadilla, La Parguera provides the perfect setting to experience one of Puerto Rico’s most famous natural wonders.
🌿 Our Commitment to Conservation
As an Authorized DRNA Concessionaire, endorsed by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company through its Sustainable Tourism Program, we proudly follow the environmental regulations established to help protect La Parguera’s Bioluminescent Bay for future generations.
Our tours are carefully designed to provide unforgettable experiences while respecting this fragile ecosystem through responsible tourism, environmental stewardship, and sustainable operating practices.
By choosing our tour, you’re helping preserve one of Puerto Rico’s most extraordinary natural wonders for generations to come.
A Unique and Unforgettable Experience
Witness the magic of bioluminescence — a rare natural phenomenon found in only a few places in the world. No need for glass-bottom boats. Experience it live and create memories that no photo can truly capture.
Important Information:
- No swimming skills required.
- Eco-Friendly Tour: In compliance with DRNA Administrative Order No. 2023-02, swimming or entering the water is strictly prohibited to protect the bay’s microorganisms.
- Pure Protection: Please avoid using chemical body lotions, perfumes, or bug sprays before the tour. You will safely activate and enjoy the magical glow right beneath your feet from your Chiliboat.
- Location: Caribbean Chiliboats La Parguera Water Bike – Punta Papayo, La Parguera.
- Please arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and mandatory safety briefing.
- Minimum height: 54″ (1.37 m). / Maximum height: 6’5″ (1.95 m).
- Maximum weight: 240 lbs (109 kg) per person / 450 lbs (204 kg) combined.
- Bioluminescence is a natural phenomenon beyond our control; its intensity may vary from day to day.
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Please note that the brightness of the bioluminescence is influenced by environmental factors and is most spectacular near the New Moon phase (0%).
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This natural phenomenon can vary depending on the moon and other factors. However, our guides always do their best to provide the best possible experience.
We are an eco-friendly experience. To preserve the area, swimming is not permitted by order of the Department of Natural Resources (Regulation No. 2023-02 and Regulation 8013).
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Approximate Total Duration: 2 hours
Onshore Preparation: 30 minutes.
- You will receive a brief safety talk, instructions, and all the necessary equipment to get ready for the adventure.
Water Adventure: 60-90 minutes.
- Outbound Trip: 20-25 minutes to reach the bay.
- Time in the Bay: 30 minutes to enjoy the experience.
- Return Trip: 20-25 minutes to return to the starting point.
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There is a $3.00 fee for the use of the Natural Reserve (a requirement of the Department of Natural Resources).
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- Chiliboats waterbike
- USCG-approved life jacket and whistle (disinfected)
- Guide on all tours
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Cabo Rojo: By car: 35 min
Rincón: By car: 1 hr 10 min
Aguadilla: By car: 1 hr 15 min
Ponce: By car: 50 min
San Juan: By car: 2 hr -
- Punctuality: Tours depart on time. Please arrive 30-45 minutes early to find parking.
- Health Conditions: Not suitable for people with claustrophobia or fear of the dark. If you have heart or medical conditions, consult with your doctor and bring necessary medications.
- Reservation Fee: There is a $3.00 fee for the use of the Natural Reserve (a requirement of the Department of Natural Resources).
- Age Requirements: Children 10 years or older may participate if they meet the height requirement.
- Height Requirements:
Minimum height: 4’6″ (54 inches / 137 cm / 1.37 m)
Maximum height: 6’5″ (77 inches / 196 cm / 1.96 m) - Weight Limits:
The tour is conducted on a double Chiliboat. To ensure everyone’s safety, it is important that individual weight does not exceed 250 pounds, and combined weight of two people on a Chiliboat must not exceed 450 pounds. Before each tour, we will conduct weight checks. If someone in your group exceeds these limits, unfortunately, will NOT be able to participate, and will NOT receive refund. Share this information with all members of your group to avoid any inconveniences. - What to Bring: Only essentials, as space is limited. Wear water shoes, sandals, or water-resistant sneakers for boarding/disembarking, swimsuit, shorts, leggings, or comfortable exercise clothing.
- Identification: You must present ID and the credit card used for the reservation. Both must match for verification during check-in. The person making the reservation is responsible for informing all their companions about the arrival time, requirements, and all pertinent information for the tour.
- Prohibited Actions: Hitting the unit against objects, jumping from the unit, damaging it, swimming in the bioluminescent bay, smoking, and consuming alcoholic beverages (legal requirements of the Department of Natural Resources). The person who made the reservation will be responsible for any damage caused by negligence. We reserve the right of admission.
- Important: There are no restroom facilities available as we are in a natural reserve. Please plan accordingly to ensure your comfort during the tour.”
- We reserve the right to refuse admission.