Bioluminescent Kayak Tour: Paquera Bay Adventure

Experience Costa Rica’s bioluminescence by kayak in Paquera. Enjoy stunning sunsets and personalized small group tours. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • El Gecko Tours - Bioluminescence - We will kayak through the bay of Paquera and pass some islands like Isla Jesucita and Isla Chiquita. Often during sunset we can enjoy some incredible views in the mountains, when the sky turns in orange/red. When the nights falls you will be able to see the plankton glow in the dark. For about an hour you will be…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Kayaks, Life Jackets and Paddles
What's Not Included
  • Parking fee of 2000 Colones in parking lot, if required.
Additional Information

Experiencing bioluminescence is a must during a holiday in Costa Rica. The tour includes kayaking through the bay of Paquera and passing by several islands. Starting the tour before sunset often provides breathtaking views of the sky, adding an extra special touch to the experience.

Operating in small groups allows for more personalized attention to clients if needed. Please note, this tour is not private.

Location
El Gecko Tours - Bioluminescence
Once you arrive to our starting point (directly after the parking lot of the ferry dock), we will meet you at the little beach. At the right hand side of the street are parking lots, if required, where you could park your car for a small cost (2000 Colones).
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Carolyn_m
Dec 19, 2025
Super fun - The bioluminescence was amazing! It was so cool to watch it get brighter as it got darker. We even got to swim for a little bit and that was super fun as well!
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Denell_s
Dec 15, 2025
Bioluminescence! - Gil took us on the bioluminescence tour in Paquera and it was amazing. The fresh pineapple was delicious and the time that he gave us to swim in the ocean was magical. We had so much fun with our family and would highly recommend this tour.
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Humberto_s
May 28, 2025
WE ENJOY EVERYTHING: rain, thunder, soaking, bioluminescence, exercise, companions and the Guide - The rain is unpredictable...go well prepared to enjoy even if you get wet. The guide not only guided us, but conveyed his taste for the phenomenon. It was a very different experience from the initial minute, even with the possibility of storm cancellation....it was cleaned, we went out to row, laughed, soaked, and enjoyed the expected bioluminescences.
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Pauline_l
Feb 22, 2025
The bioluminescence... - The bioluminescence excursion is totally worth it!! The staff at El Gecko are friendly, fun and nice and the sunset was amazing!
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Pat_t
Dec 10, 2024
Do it at new moon or dark clouds only - We did this tour with a 1/3 Moon and this was still a lot too much light. The guys are nice but the guide could only speak Spanish. It was a nice night Kayaking round, but during the day we would have seen more....
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From $35
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).