Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Bioluminescence Bay here in Grand Cayman is one of few places in the world that you can experience amazing phenomenon. We will drive you on a quick boat ride over to the bay where you will see the ocean sparkle. The bioluminescence is best experienced by getting into the ocean to swim and snorkel.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Ice Cooler
Pool Noodles
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Wetsuits
Gratuities
Bioluminescent Bay
We offer a Bioluminescence boat snorkel/swim tour. Grand Cayman is known and one of the best places in the world to experience this. Visit the Bio bay by boat and jump in with a snorkel mask and you will see thousands of plankton sparkling bright like a starry night with every movement you make. This is a 2.5 hour tour offered only in the evenings/night.
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
tobyg478,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I highly recommend Black Tip for a 5-Star experience! They were so great with our 3 young children, making them feel very comfortable during the Bioluminescence tour! My 7-yr old was so scared to get into the water at night, but they were so great with great energy! Highly recommend!
John G,
Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Blacktip was awesome, I would highly recommend them! They were so great with our kids and my older parents and mother in law!
Kim C,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great trip one of a kind experience. Crew was perfect. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended for all. 5 star
Kimberly M,
Jan 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience, everyone in our family had a great time. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Teresa T,
Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
Outstanding experience!!! Captain was very knowledgeable and the guide was great!!!! I highly recommend this tour operator!!!
Christine,
Dec 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
Quite the experience! It was fun getting in the water to snorkel in the night time to see the way the plankton light up. Our guide was great and very helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour.
Kris B,
Jul 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
This is a must do experience. All of our kids ages 6~20 loved it and so did we. Glenn was amazing and the night swimming was not as scary as we thought it would be. A great time by all!
johnwN2677IN,
Mar 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Glen and Elton were the perfect hosts. Our entire family including two teenage girls had a great time. We would all highly recommend them.
JohnSmithVM,
Mar 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We went out with Glenn three times: reef fishing, bioluminescence, and snorkeling/sting rays. Each was a blast! Clayton was a great fishing mate. Elton was extremely knowledgeable about the island and aquatic life. I highly recommend you skip the crowded party boats for a private charter. Well worth it. Fantastic experiences!


nataliekI2496TV,
Nov 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guides made us feel so at home. They were very knowledgeable and the experience was both beautiful and a fulfilling cultural experience.


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