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Bioluminescent Kayak Tour
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1 Hours
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Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview
There are only a few places in the world where bioluminescence can be seen year round. And luckily for travelers to the Nicoya Peninsula there is one such place here. Bioluminescence is a light created by living organisms through a chemical reaction, biological light.
In the gulf it is the algae that create this magical effect. Upon being disturbed, the algae give off a burst of light. Since there are millions of them it looks like sparkles in the water. The wavelengths are in the blue to green area and depending on the amount of algae it will appear as bluish or greenish sparkles.
One of the best ways to see this phenomenon is to get a look from above, and kayaking is a great way to see it well. The algae will stick to your paddle, your hand or floating debris glowing for many seconds if you encounter a strong patch. When you kayak over shallow areas, fish will be scared up and it looks like fireworks under water as they take off, leaving a trail of “fairy dust” in their wake.
What's Included
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Meeting point
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From the Paquera ferry landing, take the dirt road to the small village Punta Cuchillo. Follow signs to Bahia Rica. After 1,5 km get to a very small bridge. Park along the road here and walk the little trail to our kayak launch site. Follow the sings to BAHIA RICA.
From the Paquera ferry landing, take the dirt road to the small village Punta Cuchillo. Follow signs to Bahia Rica. After 1,5 km get to a very small bridge. Park along the road here and walk the little trail to our kayak launch site. Follow the sings to BAHIA RICA.
Start time
07:30 PM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This incredible tour is peaceful and breathtaking, all at the same time. The kayak launch area is just a short distance from the Paquera ferry landing, and the calm gulf water is very accessible by kayak.
At sunset, we gather under the palm trees overlooking the bio-bay for a welcome with complimentary refreshments. Our experienced guide, Luis gives a briefing of the tour. He will equip everyone with suitable life jackets and lead the way to the launch area for the kayaks. He is careful to help entering the kayaks and giving instructions to those that do not have kayaking experience. Everyone gets to do the full hour of the tour in their own kayak or a tandem kayak.
You stop along the way, where Luis will explain more about the magical sparkling water and the marine life in the bay. The darker the night, the better the experience will be.
Upon the return to the Bahia Rica beach, we have fresh water and towels available, and bathroom facilities if needed.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age limit: minimum 10 years old
- Not recommended for travelers with fear or water
- Not recommended for travelers that are afraid of the dark
Operated by Bahia Rica Adventures
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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