Vieques

1-Hour Bioluminescent Boat Tour in Mosquito Bay, Vieques

Badge of ExcellenceVieques, Puerto Rico
Isla Nena Biobay Boat Tours in Vieques
  • 1 hour
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Check out the bioluminescence in Mosquito Bay on Vieques Island with this small group night tour. You’ll be picked up at the convenient departure point, then taken to your catamaran. Put on your life jacket for safety, and then relax into the tour where you’ll see the bright natural phenomenon.
  • Keep costs down by booking this small group tour
  • Easy to locate departure point
  • Check out the bright bioluminescence
  • Tour for around 1 hour, then the rest of the night is free

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 24 Foot Catamaran
  • Emergency Life Jackets
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • We do not include Ferry Tickers to and from Vieques
  • We do not included the 1 night accommodation needed to experience this tour.

Meeting and Pickup

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Experience the bioluminescence of Mosquito Bay, without having to paddle or get wet, with this convenient 1-hour boat tour with a small group of just eight people, which strikes an ideal balance between costs and crowds.

Choose from different nighttime departures to fit your schedule, then make your way to the convenient departure point on Vieques Island to board the climate controlled 24-foot (7-meter) electric catamaran. As you cruise out into the bay, listen to onboard talks from your guides about the bioluminescent phenomenon and the creatures that cause it.

See the waters light up as the boat cruises over the water, or use the on-board sticks to get a closer look at the glow. Weather permitting, also enjoy a spectacle of stars in the night sky before returning to the departure point.

Bahía Bioluminiscente (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Before booking, verify there is an available room for your reservation and ferry boat. You need to stay 1 night in order to experience this tour.
  • I acknowledge if I don't confirm before the tour starts, I will be considered a no-show.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Mark_B
Our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable about the wildlife and science of the area. It was amazing to view it all.

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Fantastic tour
Deborah_K, Apr 2024
We had a fantastic tour, well organised and a great guide who gave us lots of extra info. The only negative was the drive to the bay itself from Esperanza. Not something the tour can control, but it might be something to warn about in advance as the road is very rough going.
Expensive trip for an hour.
Samuel_V, Apr 2024
The bioluminescence itself. It was amazing to see. I have nothing more to say, but it was expensive for a 1 hour trip.
Magical
Evan_S, Apr 2024
Beautiful and unique experience. This bay is a must see. If kayaking is not your thing, this boat give you the opportunity to see the bay.
Great Little Adventure
Benjamin_B, Mar 2024
Excellent experience and Eddie was a wonder guide. We both had a great time and they really went the extra mile. Strongly recommend.
Bio tour on Vieques
Timberly_W, Mar 2024
Loved the bioluminescence tour! What a great experience for a first time visit to Vieques. The boat trip was nice and I agree with others that we had a good vantage point to see down into the water from the boat, which is the only one licensed to be on Mosquito Bay. Lovely time out on the water. The road back to the bay is bumpy but the driver was a pro and took it slow. We had a great time!
Most memorable experince
Ling_Z, Mar 2024
Most memorable experience of the whole trip to PR. The driver was so careful that our ride to the boat was not too bumpy. The tour guide on the boat showed us everthing, from the magic glowing thing in the water to fish and the tree of mangrove and even galaxy. Thanks!
Loved it!
Sarah_L, Mar 2024
Must do! We launched in same spot as kayakers. Because we were on boat we had the added bonus of learning from a very knowledgeable captain. Plenty of parking in lots across from El Blok. You’ll receive a text in the morning with a photo and license plate of the vehicle picking you up. If it rains- don’t cancel! You’ll have the added treat of raindrops hitting the bay!
Amazing experience
Natalie_M, Mar 2024
It was an incredible experience. The tour guides Eddie and Ora were so knowledgeable, funny, interactive and they just made the experience so much better. I am 7 months pregnant and was able to take the tour safely. Between the stars and the bio bay it was truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Bio-Bonanza!!!!
John_M, Mar 2024
Our tour guides on the boat were exceptional, charming, funny, incredibly knowledgeable. Would recommend to everyone and had a great time. It was an amazing experience.
Glowing review
Karen_K, Mar 2024
Exceptional guides who clearly love this bay and how very magically special it is. Loved “ playing” with the water- like glittering fairy dust. Absolute wonder of Nature , not to be missed.
Unique Experience
Jerry_S, Feb 2024
I have always waited to experience Bioluminescence Bay & finally got to do it. We timed our trip to be there at a time of no (new) moon. The van driver successfully navigated the potholes on the road to the bay & was courteous. This road is in desperate need of work. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and provided a wealth of information, including the mangrove system. We also got to view a lot of stars. It was a very unique experience!
Great bio bay experience but lacking logistics.
Gretchen_B, Feb 2024
In the ticket details we received upon booking there were 2 different meeting locations which were blocks apart and the tour guide evidently texts out precise instructions the morning of the tour. I did not receive the intended details the day of and thought we were picked up at the tour time, not 30 minutes BEFORE tour time. Tour company should provide these details from the beginning so everyone can plan well in advance and no one will be stressed. The driver, Julie, has a nasty attitude.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi, thanks for your opining in this matter. it is a shame that you express yourself about our transportation and even worse we cant upload as a company all the screenshot that we have notifying you that the pick up is at 8pm in front of el block hotel. we texted you, on the phone and email as well. I'm trying to understand that we are to blame even thou we did are best to provide the information needed to experience this tour. For future tours please be on time and don't blame future companies for your tardiness.
Bio bay experience
Brandon_B, Feb 2024
Great experience. The guide was knowledgeable and accommodating. We had to make a last minute time adjustment because of late ferry and they were understanding and flexible. I would definitely love to return.
Great time!
Lisa_E, Feb 2024
The bioluminescent bay was the most amazing ever. The brightest biobay! Eddie, our guide was so knowledgeable. He even showed us the mangroves with a bright light and the new growth since Hurricane Maria in 2017. He also demonstrated the constellations with use of a laser light connecting stars for the visual effect. It was incredible! Than you.
Breathtaking
Mark_B, Feb 2024
Our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable about the wildlife and science of the area. It was amazing to view it all.
Would be perfect with less flashlight action
Kelsea_B, Feb 2024
- Excellent guides, knowledge, friendly - Smooth operations, clear communications Downside is that the guides used their flashlights A LOT to show trees, look for animals, explain the hills and bay. Our eyes never fully adjusted to darkness so the bioluminescence wasn’t as bright. As interesting as the other stuff could seem, we were there to look at the water.
Exhiliarating!
David_P, Jan 2024
It was a wonderful evening being out in the dark water under a star-lit sky. The best parts were a lively group of passengers, including a wonderful family whose 10 year old son asked many thought-provoking questions, and our guide Eddie, who was very knowledgeable, patient, kind and funExcursions like these make us more appreciative of the interconnectedness of all things.
Recommend
Evelyn_A, Jan 2024
The tour guides are very knowledgeable. It was an out of this world experience. One can say even magical! Definitely recommend. The driver did amazing getting us to the location and back.
Awesome experience
Judith_S, Dec 2023
The bioluminescence was an amazing experience Both the guide and boat pilot were well versed I'm the science. Great job. Great experience
The worst tour operator ever
Liting_S, Dec 2023
We don’t understand why Viator still pay for this tour operator after we clearly reported there was an misunderstanding and we can not make for the tour The two nights requirements was not highlighted in front page while we book the tour San Juan has exactly the same name of address which caused confusion at the first place The tour operator called us to switch time as they are not going to operate the 9:30 pm one , we kindly agreed . They didn’t bother to answer our questions on where is the address of this pick up hotel they mentioned in text ( not in the tour information in Viator website) While when we explained there has been a mistake and informed them we can’t make the tour . They refused even for partially refund. It is obvious they took more money than any potential loss of our cancellations This tour operator lack rhetoric basic courtesy and kindness and is clearly taking advantage of tourists whenever they can

From $128.00

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)