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By Shore Excursions

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very Good
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,775 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Experience the magic of Grand Cayman’s Bioluminescent Bay on a nighttime boat tour that brings you up close to glowing waters illuminated by millions of tiny plankton. Watch the water come alive with every movement and splash, creating an incredible natural light show right before your eyes.

    Your adventure also includes Starfish Point around sunset, where you can see Grand Cayman’s famous starfish in their natural environment before heading to Bio Bay after dark. Once there, choose to marvel at the glowing waters from the boat or take an optional swim and immerse yourself in the bioluminescence for an experience you won’t soon forget.

    Don’t miss the chance to experience one of Grand Cayman’s most unique natural phenomena — it’s an unforgettable part of any Cayman Islands getaway!

Activity location

  • Kaibo restaurants, beaches, marina
    • 585 Water Cay Road
    • KY1-1701, Grand Cayman, North Side, Cayman Islands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kaibo restaurants, beaches, marina
    • 585 Water Cay Road
    • KY1-1701, Grand Cayman, North Side, Cayman Islands

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Water and fruit punch. Feel free to bring your own snacks & drinks (no glass containers for safety)
  • Inclusions
    Cayman Islands Marine Park Entrance Fee
  • Inclusions
    Certified captain and crew
  • Inclusions
    Snorkeling gear
  • Inclusions
    Roundtrip Transportation from Seven Mile Beach hotels
  • Inclusions
    Life vest
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Souvenirs and Photo packages
  • Exclusions
    Towels
  • Exclusions
    Transportation outside the Seven Mile Beach area

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Flotation devices for children under age 3 are not available
    • Travelers must bring their own towel
    • Please be aware that the tour start time may vary depending on the time of year to ensure the best experience.
    • Please note that this natural wonder varies in intensity each night, making every visit uniquely spectacular.
    • Please note that images are for illustrative purposes only; your actual experience may differ, showcasing the enchanting unpredictability of bioluminescence.
    • Tours are scheduled according to moon phases, so availability may vary.
    • Total tour time includes travel time, with the actual Bioluminescence Tour lasting 2 hours from dock to dock.
    • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
    • Meeting Point & Pick-Up: Please provide your hotel information at the time of booking so we can arrange the correct pick-up location. Hotel pick-up is available only within the Seven Mile Beach area. If hotel information is not provided at the time of booking, the standard meeting point will be Capt. Marvin’s Private Dock.

Activity itinerary

Starfish Point

  • 1h 30m
Begin your evening with a scenic boat ride across Grand Cayman’s coastal waters toward Cayman Kai. Complimentary hotel pickup is available for guests staying in the Seven Mile Beach area, or you can meet the crew directly at one of the designated docks. Arrive at Starfish Point around sunset, where shallow, clear waters offer the chance to see the area’s famous starfish in their natural environment. Enjoy the changing colors of the evening before boarding the boat again as daylight fades and you continue toward Cayman’s Bioluminescent Bay.

Bioluminescent Bay

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Enter Cayman Kai’s Bioluminescent Bay and watch the water come alive with millions of tiny glowing organisms. Every movement and splash lights up the water around you, creating an incredible natural light show beneath the night sky. Learn about this fascinating natural phenomenon from your local crew and choose to experience it from the boat or take an optional swim in the glowing water. After your time in Bio Bay, board the boat for the scenic return journey. The complete boat experience lasts approximately 2 hours, dock to dock.

Location

Activity location

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    Kaibo restaurants, beaches, marina
    • 585 Water Cay Road
    • KY1-1701, Grand Cayman, North Side, Cayman Islands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kaibo restaurants, beaches, marina
    • 585 Water Cay Road
    • KY1-1701, Grand Cayman, North Side, Cayman Islands
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Raleigh Quay
    • Raleigh Quay
    • West Bay, West Bay, Cayman Islands

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