BIOLUMINESCENCE

EXPERIENCE

 
 
 
 

The Bioluminescence

Our Bioluminescence experience is unique and offers the opportunity to observe the glowing microorganisms throughout the year in Los Arcos National Marine Park from the safety of your family board, kayak or SUP. This experience goes on different times depending on the moon fase
You have to live it to believe it.

You have to live it to believed.

 
 

The basics

WHAT • A three-hour guided paddle ocean excursion to watch the bioluminescence, sunrise or sunset + snorkeling to see the glowing under the waters + explore within the islands of Los Arcos National Marine Park

WHEN • Available every day, depending on the time of your visit this tour will be two hours before the sunrise or an hour before the sunset.

WHERE • The entrance of Mismaloya Beach to nearby Los Arcos

COST • 1500 MXN pesos per person



The details

Your tour guide will welcome you 30-minutes before your scheduled departure at our shop in Mismaloya. Once you arrive, we will gear up for a brief paddle from Mismaloya Beach to the neighboring islands of Los Arcos National Marine Park. Either along the way or once in Los Arcos, we will experience the magic of the bioluminescence algae. And, from there, you will spend some time exploring the caves and grottos of the area while receiving historical and biological information from your guide. You will get an opportunity to experience the park before or after the business of the daytime crowds, and have a chance to swim or snorkel—if you choose.

Our Bioluminescence experience lasts for about three hours and logs a total distance of about 2-3 nautical miles. The cost for this experience is 1500 MXN pesos per person.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WHAT IS INCLUDED

  • Equipment rental (board, leash, paddle, or kayak, lifejacket + mask and snorkel gear)

  • Professional tour guide with personalized service

  • Snack and refreshments on the water

  • Digital photo package GoPro photo taken on your excursion

  • A secure place to store your belongings during your tour

  • PLUS, a complimentary paddle boarding lesson is included to you at no additional cost

  • Pick up and drop off on our shop at Malecón Puerto Vallarta

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

  • Comfortable bathing suit or water clothing to move and get wet in

  • Dry change of clothes

  • Towel to dry off

  • Earth-friendly sun protection (ie. hat, inexpensive sun glasses, long-sleeved rash-guard, coral-friendly biodegradable sunscreen)

  • (Optional) A cellphone with sufficient space, should you choose to take home our photo package

 
 

Just a heads up…

For the early session if you would like to SUP on this tour, we ask that you please join us the day prior for a complimentary paddle board lesson (Your class can be at our beach club in Mismaloya or at our location on Malecón Puerto Vallarta). If the experience is at sunset you can take a lesson in the morning day of your tour. In case you cannot make it for a lesson ahead of time, we will book you on a kayak.

Ages 15+ on their own equipment.
Children and Minors Aged 5-13 are allowed if accompanied by guardian on the same equipment (Age 18 or older) and receive half-off the price of the full tour.

The exact times available for this tour change depending on the season, so please book your trip in advance to confirm the time of your departure.

Gratuity is not included in the price of your tour.

Please refer to our company’s terms and policies for additional details on the conditions of your booking.