Top San Juan Kayaking Tours

Discover two of Puerto Rico's top attractions in just one day on this time- and money-saving combination tour. Explore El Yunque rainforest, swim in its natural pools, and refresh in its waterfalls. Later, kayak through the Red Mangrove Forest to the Bioluminescent Lagoon where, with each stroke of your paddle, sparkles will appear in the water.

The sparkling lights of bioluminescent plankton can only be seen once darkness falls, so this night kayaking adventure is the perfect way to see their fluorescent displays. Paddle through mangrove forests and Bio Bay while learning about the surrounding marine life from your guide. Ideal for paddlers of all abilities, this tour works with participants to ensure a comfortable experience, offering everything from extra seat padding to towing if needed.

See the city lights of Puerto Rico on this night kayak excursion on the Condado Lagoon. You’ll be in a top-notch kayaks equipped with navigation lights, which you’ll turn on when the sun goes down. You can also paint your face and body with glow in the dark paint, so you’ll light up when the sun goes down, too. Have a blast seeing Puerto Rico in a whole new way.

Join an evening or nighttime adventure into the bioluminescent waters of Laguna Grande. After an orientation, hop into a kayak and paddle through the dense mangrove forests, heading to the area where the microscopic plankton puts on its surreal aquatic light show when you glide through the water. Your guide also tells you more about this fragile ecosystem and how visitors can help protect it.

Experience the magic of exploring the marine world at a stunning beach in San Juan. Join this beginner-friendly adventure led by a professional guide in small groups of up to 10, ensuring a personalized and high-quality experience for all. The bay boasts a vibrant array of marine life and magnificent Green Sea Turtles. Guests often spot blue tangs, sergeant majors, fairy basslets, yellow snappers, and more! Occasionally, you might encounter rare creatures like squids, seahorses, rays, and manatees. We suggest the morning time slots as the marine life is more active. Receive a complimentary video to commemorate your unforgettable adventure. This Activity is suitable for ages 12 years and above.

Puerto Rico's bioluminescent bay is one of only a few in the world. Experience the illuminating natural phenomenon during your vacation on this nighttime kayaking adventure through a mangrove reserve. Join a small group and paddle through the waters of Laguna Grande to experience the glow of billions of plankton, learning about the occurrence from your guide.

Pedal a unique double catamaran-style water bike through San Juan's Condado Lagoon. Enjoy calm waters as you pedal your way to landmarks. Soak up panoramic views and look out for wildlife like sea turtles and manatees on this eco-friendly adventure suitable for all skill levels. Minors must be accompanied by an adult, and all participants must properly fit USCG-approved life jackets.

Roundtrip transportation included from Marriott Stellaris or Embassy Suites San Juan included. Our Adaptive Paddling Program provides ample opportunity for creativity and many unique opportunities for anyone who would like to try kayaking for the first time. Also, if you have some special challenges, we can address these issues so that you too can enjoy the freedom that kayaking affords. Water is the ultimate equalizer. Join us for a tour today!

Experience the natural phenomenon of Puerto Rico’s Bioluminescent Bay during this evening kayak tour. Enjoy pickup from your hotel in the Old San Juan, Condado, and Isla Verde areas and head to the departure point for the tour. Experience the glistening waters change to a blue-green color as you paddle and learn about this phenomenon from your tour guide. This small-group kayak tour is suitable for all ages and physical conditions.

Experience the magic of glimmering bioluminescent waters waters on this evening kayaking tour. From San Juan, head for Fajardo, then jump aboard your 2-person kayak and paddle out to a mangrove. As you dip your paddle in the water, the tiny organisms called dinoflagellates glow and shimmering creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

Go kayaking after dark in Puerto Rico to see bioluminescent waters with this small-group tour. Enjoy hotel pickup in San Juan and travel to the mangrove forest of Laguna Grande. Climb aboard a tandem kayak for a peaceful paddle amidst the glow of bioluminescent water. Learn about the local ecosystem and wildlife during the tour. Note the maximum weight per kayak is 240 lbs for safety.

Experience the natural phenomenon that is Bio Bay on an evening kayak tour. Head from San Juan to Fajardo and in the late afternoon and board your kayak. As you paddle through the mangrove forest, the microscopic organisms in the water become illuminated, creating a magical effect. Learn about the bioluminescent creatures as well as the surrounding environment from your tour guide as you kayak.

Kayak through the waters of Laguna Grande, a stunning bioluminescent lagoon, during this half-day tour from San Juan. Watch the glowing organisms in the water light up as your kayak slides through the water. Paddle through stands of mangrove trees and watch small fish dart through the water underneath your boat like shooting stars. Stop for a break with snacks and refreshments before heading back to your starting point. Use of all kayaking equipment and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two incredible natural wonders in Puerto Rico on this full-day excursion to the El Yunque Rainforest and Bioluminescent Bay. Hike in the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest system. Then continue with a nighttime kayaking trip to the magical Bioluminescent Bay, which features a unique variety of plankton that glow when the water is touched or moved.

What sets us apart is our state-of-the-art LED-illuminated clear kayaks, which act as a glowing window into the lagoon’s nocturnal world. Unlike standard tours, our powerful underwater lights allow you to discover marine life like sea turtles and rays in their natural habitat after dark, all while surrounded by the stunning, vibrant lights of the San Juan skyline.

Experience the enchantment of snorkeling in an area inhabited by green sea turtles and other tropical marine creatures with this excursion. Follow your instructor-guide straight from the shore and into the sea, without the need to board a boat. Once in the water, you can observe—and learn about—marine life from your guide.

This combination tour includes a visit to Luquillo Beach, El Yunque Rainforest and a nighttime kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, a bioluminescent bay. Stroll a walkway the winds through the treetops of the forest canopy. After a leisurely lunch (and time for shopping), travel to Laguna Grande to witness the unique phenomenon of bioluminescence.

Getting to Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bays from San Juan can be a hassle without a car, especially when you’re visiting at night. This evening tour takes care of the transportation and logistics, for a seamless experience paddling through glowing bioluminescence. Learn about the microorganisms behind the phenomenon from your guide, then return to San Juan without worrying about driving unfamiliar roads after dark.

Get a taste for the flavor and culture of Puerto Rico and eat like a true local on this small-group Old San Juan food tour featuring several eateries. Join your guide for a culinary exploration of island staples like plantains and sofrito, all with the cobblestone streets and colorful facades of the city’s oldest neighborhood as your backdrop. Your tour includes an alcoholic beverage or non-alcoholic substitute if you prefer.

Save time and get more out of your Puerto Rico vacation by ticking off two natural wonders in a day—El Yunque National Forest and Laguna Grande’s bioluminescent bay. Avoid car rental hassles with included hotel pickup and travel comfortably between sites. Enjoy a guided hike and swim in a rainforest river, then kayak at night in a glowing bioluminescent bay.

Bring a little excitement to your vacation with our night kayaking tour in the Bio Bay of Laguna Grande Reserve in Fajardo. The Bio Bay has microscopic organisms called dinoflagellates that produce a glowing effect when they are stirred by our paddles. What should I wear? Come prepared to get wet from your waist down. Lightweight, synthetic clothing or a swimsuit is the best. Do not walk bare foot on the beach for safety reasons. What to bring? Change of clothes, towel and mosquito repellent (just in case!). You can bring cameras only with water proof bag or water proof case. What not to bring or wear? Jeans or sweats. Don’t bring any valuables you don’t want to get wet, lose or damage. Storage available? Yes, Anything you bring on the water has the potential to get wet, damage or lost. - An Eco-Adventure – For outdoor enthusiast and nature lovers only. - Chance to experience the glow of bioluminescent water. - Live-commentary about the Ecosystem in English or Spanish.

Live out your island castaway fantasies as you visit the deserted tropical island of Cayo Icacos from San Juan on this catamaran sailing cruise. Escape the crowds on land and sail into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, admiring views of the El Yunque mountains in the distance, before arriving at the nature preserve of Icacos for a leisurely day of swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and rum cocktails.

See the best of San Juan and the surrounding areas with this small-group tour of the historic port city. You'll wander through the cobblestoned streets of Old San Juan, spend time at the Castillo de San Cristobal, go shopping at Isla Verde and Condado Beach, and have time left over to grab a bite at Pinones Beach.