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**Uncover Earth's Best-Kept Secret on a Bioluminescent Kayak Tour in Fajardo Bio Bay, Puerto Rico**
Embark on a mesmerizing 2-hour nighttime kayaking adventure in the Laguna Grande Nature Reserve and witness the extraordinary phenomenon of bioluminescence. Paddle through a stunning mangrove channel and immerse yourself in a world of glowing waters, star-filled skies, and protected wildlife.
- Experience the breathtaking bioluminescence of Fajardo Bio Bay
- Navigate through the serene mangrove forest
- Learn about the reserve's ecosystems and constellations
- Enjoy a professional, guided tour with top-quality service
Itinerary
- Check-in & Pre-Tour Training - Arrive at Las Croabas, Fajardo, for a 15-minute check-in period followed by kayaking and safety instructions.
- Entering the Bioluminescent Bay - Launch your kayaks and paddle through a red mangrove channel, exploring the flora and fauna of Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve.
- The Fajardo Bio Bay - Reach Laguna Grande, marvel at the sunset, and watch as the stars fill the sky.
- Bioluminescence - Experience the magical glow of the water as you paddle, with the brightness depending on the moon phase.
- Stargazing - Learn about the constellations in the sky above the Fajardo Bio Bay.
- Return to Launch Site - Cruise back through the mangrove channel, guided by your eco-guide and kayak navigation lights, and enjoy snacks at the tent upon return.
Includes
- Kayak, paddles, and US Coast Guard approved life jacket
- Low-intensity nighttime navigation lights
- Pre-tour training and safety instruction
- Bug repellent
- Snacks (water and granola bars)
- KPR's eco-interpretive guide
- First aid and kayak towing equipment
Important to Know
**Not Suitable for**
- Children under 6 years old
- Guests weighing more than 250 lbs
- Those afraid of the water or dark environments
**Additional Info**
- Tour operates from Monday to Saturday
- Moderate kayaking skill level required
- Check-in period: 15 minutes before the tour
- Launch site at Las Croabas, Fajardo
- Bio Bay & Rainforest Combo Tour available for $155 (includes transportation)
Booking Notes
#Restrictions & Safety Requirements
Please review all restrictions carefully before your excursion. These requirements are shared on our website, booking page, waiver, and confirmation email.
**Any reserved guest who does not meet the requirements on the day of the excursion will not be allowed to participate.** There are **no refunds, credits, or reschedules** due to not complying with the safety restrictions provided before the tour.
⚠️ **Maximum Weight Limit:**
• 240 pounds maximum per person
• Up to 425 pounds combined per 2-person kayak
• No participant may weigh over 240 pounds, even if the combined kayak weight is under 425 pounds
• For safety, **a scale will be used during check-in**
⚠️ **Minimum Age:**
• Minimum age to participate is 6 years old
• Participants ages 6–13 must be accompanied by an adult in the same kayak
• Participants ages 14–17 must have an adult participating on the tour
⚠️ **The following guests cannot participate:**
• Pregnant women
• Guests with recent surgeries
• Guests with neck, back, arm, or leg problems
• Guests with casts
• Guests with epilepsy, heart conditions, and/or dizziness
⚠️ **Other Important Notes:**
• This excursion is **not wheelchair accessible**
• We cannot accommodate 3 participants in one kayak
• Odd-numbered parties may be paired with another guest during the tour
• **All guests must be able to effectively communicate verbally in English or Spanish**
• Guests showing signs of intoxication by drugs or alcohol will **not** be allowed to participate
• Participants must be comfortable in dark environments. This tour is not recommended for guests who are prone to panic
• **You are responsible for sharing the information in this email with the rest of your group and notifying us ahead of time of any health or physical concerns related to the excursion**
**PLEASE USE THE DIRECTION LINKS INSIDE YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL.** Gmail preview addresses may be incorrect, especially when viewing from a cell phone.
#Notify Ahead of Time
Please contact us ahead of time if:
• You have questions about a participant’s medical condition, health concern, or physical restriction
Call/Text us at **(787) 245-4545** or email **[info@kayakingpuertorico.com](mailto:info@kayakingpuertorico.com)**
#What to Wear & Bring
Please bring:
• Cell phone, in case we need to contact you before the excursion or you need to contact us
• Comfortable clothes that can get wet, such as a bathing suit or activewear
• Shoes that can get wet or dirty. We recommend water shoes
• Towel and change of clothes for after the excursion
• Cash for gratuities
**DO NOT BRING VALUABLES OR ITEMS THAT CANNOT GET WET.** Lost items are very hard to find in the water at night, and anything you take with you on the kayak will get wet.
#Kayaking Lesson
**Click on the video below to learn Kayaking 101**
[](https://youtu.be/4Va63VgJxqw)
#Participation Minimum
**This excursion requires a minimum of at least 6 guests in order to operate.**
If the minimum is not met, we will contact you one or two days before the excursion to review available options, which may include:
• Rescheduling to another date or time that meets the minimum requirement
• Payment options for a private excursion
• Canceling without penalty
#Cancellation Policy
**STANDARD POLICY**
We have a **48-hour cancellation policy** for all excursions. Up until 48 hours before check-in time, you may change your reservation or cancel it for a full refund.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before check-in time, late arrivals, and “no-shows” will maintain a full charge.
All cancellations must be made directly with Kayaking Puerto Rico by telephone or email.
This policy also applies to cruise ship passengers and guests flying into Puerto Rico.
**GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE GUESTS**
Groups of 10 or more guests must cancel at least **2 weeks before the excursion date** to receive a full refund.
Cancellations for groups made less than 2 weeks before the excursion date will maintain a full charge on any spaces we are unable to resell.
Guests who are late arrivals or no-shows will maintain a full charge.
**WEATHER CANCELLATIONS**
Rain is very common in the tropical region where our tours take place. Our tours operate **rain or shine**.
That being said, the KPR Operations Team will cancel a tour due to weather or marine conditions if necessary for safety reasons.
Please do not make the mistake of deciding not to attend due to weather without contacting us first. If the excursion operates and you choose not to attend, the reservation will remain non-refundable.
If you ever have questions about weather conditions, please call us before making a decision.
If we cancel the tour, we will notify you as soon as possible and review available alternatives, such as:
• Rescheduling to another date
• Booking another available tour
• Receiving a full refund
Due to the sometimes unpredictable weather in the Caribbean, cancellations may be made the same day or on-site if conditions require it.
**FINAL NOTE**
It is very important that you review all excursion restrictions, including participant weight, health, and age requirements.
Same-day or on-site cancellations due to not reviewing or not meeting these restrictions will maintain a full charge.
Due to the unique nature and small size of our groups, we must remain firm with our cancellation policy. On the day of your excursion, our team is onsite, prepared, and ready to serve you. Our time, staffing, and fixed costs are already committed, and we may have turned down other guests by holding your reserved spaces.
Thank you for your understanding.
Important Information
- Fumes from volcanic gases are hazardous to everyone's health. Visitors with heart or breathing problems, infants, young children, and pregnant women should avoid areas where fumes persist.
