Glow Worm Sunset Cruise: A 3-Hour Bioluminescent Adventure in Providenciales
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Experience the enchanting glow of bioluminescent glow worms on a mesmerizing sunset cruise in Providenciales. Sip on drinks and savor light appetizers while witnessing this natural phenomenon.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Grace Bay - Prepare for a magnificent evening on a unique sunset cruise in Providenciales. The natural spectacle of this marine mating ritual—when thousands of glow worms (odontosyllis enopla) illuminate the sea during their spawning cycle—never ceases to amaze and delight people of all ages. This species of marine worm, known more commonly as a glow worm, inhabits the shallow waters around a few secluded cays.

The show begins shortly after sunset, when female glow worms release their eggs, which float to the surface and give off pulses of pale green light. The males also glow with this bioluminescence as they dart among the egg clusters to fertilize them. For approximately 15 to 20 minutes, you’ll see the surface of the water come alive with tiny bursts of light as a new generation is spawned!

Enjoy complimentary rum punch, local beers, wine, soft drinks and bottled water accompanied by a selection of local appetisers.

The timing of this glow worm mating ritual is controlled by natural forces and tied to the lunar cycle so this tour is only available for three days each month. The boat used for this tour is usually our Power Catamaran but occasionally our Sail Catamaran is used.

What's Included
  • Assortment of beverages including red and white wine, rum punch, local beers, soft drinks, and bottled water
  • Variety of local appetizers
  • All local taxes covered (12% government tax included)
  • Beach front pickup and drop-off by boat from selected Grace Bay beach hotels (short beach walk may be required)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the radiant display of glow worms on an enchanting sunset boat trip originating from Providenciales! Ablaze with tiny iridescent green sparks, Caicos Banks becomes a spectacle for a few nights following each full moon as thousands of glow worms populate the shallow waters at twilight in Turks and Caicos. Revel in an awe-inspiring evening on board, complemented with wine, rum punch, indigenous beers, non-alcoholic drinks and bite-sized titbits accompanied by a professional team.

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Melissa_d
Apr 1, 2024
Fun time - Our three guides were very fun and entertaining. While the glowworms were not the most fun part of the trip, we did see them. The atmosphere on the boat was high energy and fun. It was very family friendly.
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Jaclyn_h
Mar 31, 2024
Awesome trip! - The staff was amazing and a wonderful trip! Seeing the glow worms was so exciting. Highly recommended!
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Stacy_c
Mar 30, 2024
Fun experience —only offered a couple days a month! - The crew was great—it was very windy but they managed to find a lot of glow worms and the appetizers and drinks were good. My 11 year old really enjoyed it too.
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Erin_h
Mar 29, 2024
Must do! - Very entertaining and kind crew members! We saw the worms perform, learned about them and saw a great night sky! I felt like this experience was so memorable :) and rare!
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Thomas_c
Mar 4, 2024
Worth It! - Its best to go into this trip with 4 different things to enjoy: Sailing, Sunset Cruise, Glow Worms, and Stargazing. Since the glow worms are unpredictable, I have to assume experiences will vary drastically there. Our specific trip did see a few, but it wasn't many. When all the lights are off and its incredibly dark, the real experience is upwards. We stopped looking for worms and couldn't take our eyes off the sky and the STARs. Wow. That made it worth the trip alone. Music, drinks, sailing, sunset, worms, stargazing, etc. Captain Tony and his crew were great. (He was our captain for a snorkeling trip the day before, so we felt like pros on the boat! Ocean Vibes is a great excursion company!)
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Diane_s
Feb 29, 2024
Glowing in Turks - What a wonderful excursion from beginning to end. Staff was courteous, fun and made the trip remarkable.
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Rebecca_m
Feb 28, 2024
Crew was extremely... - Crew was extremely friendly and attentive. Was hoping for more glow worm activity but mother nature had other plans. Beautiful sunset~!
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118parisam
Feb 8, 2024
Great Tour - this is a great tour. The catamaran was clean. Staff are attentive and very friendly. Great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
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Happy_trails96
Feb 29, 2024
Wonderful experience and also some tips for you. - Wonderful staff, sunset, glow worms, star gazing, island vibe music, experience. Lots of booze flowing and friendly people. Tips: 1) they pick you up in the surf, & you walk up a ladder that waves are hitting, so wear sandals or water shoes. 2) not for folks with poor mobility or balance. The boat does not have a walkway to move about. 3) tip the crew! They work hard to serve you and gratuity is not included in price.
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Amy_p
Apr 1, 2024
Ok - It was cool to see and learn about glow worms, the crew tried their best but it was very windy and a very rough boat ride coming back to the dock. A lot of money to spend if it’s not good weather to be on a boat.
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