Bioluminescent Bay

Vieques “bio-bay” is said to be the most famous in the world.  You will kayak or boat to the center of Mosquito bay and see the prettiest blue sparkling water.  Some say it is the 8th wonder of the world.  Many people travel to Vieques for just one night to have the experience of seeing this bay.

You can schedule a trip to the bay in the electric boat or you can go by kayak.  Most of the tours to the bio-bay in kayak are $30.00 per person.  There is only one tour by electric boat and the charge is $34.00.  Most of the time, you can schedule your tour after you arrive in Vieques.  The exception is Christmas time, school vacation weeks, Easter, etc., when you may want to book a couple of days in advance.   The tours leave about 6:30 PM and sometimes there is a late tour at 9:00 or 9:30 PM depending on the demand.

The brilliance of the bio-bay is more intense without a moon in the sky.  But most any night, you will still have a wonderful experience.   For the moon schedule and  info on the bio-bay:  Moon Watch Calendar

Bio-Bay Tours

You can call the following guides to set up a tour.  It is rare that you cannot find a tour on a given night.  But during high season if you might call a day in advance.   It is courteous to the operators to call at least a few hours in advance.

When you go to the bio-bay, avoid using sunscreens or insect repellent which may pollute the bay.  Leave valuables and your camera in your guest house except the money you need to pay for the tour.   Unless you have a special camera, you cannot capture the glow on a camera.

Bio-bay tours, snorkeling tours and kayak rentals:

• Abe’s Bio-Bay &  Snorkeling Tours: 787-741-2134
• Island Adventure (electric boat): 787-741-0720

Before  you choose a  guide, I suggest you read reviews or ask your guest house operator’s opinion so that you will be sure to find one that is safe and reliable.