Bioluminescence Tobago: The best thing to do in Tobago at Night
Kayak at night with glowing Plankton all around you.
Bioluminescence in Tobago is like Pixie Dust!
Glowing Plankton in the ocean is one of the most unique things you will ever see. Prepare for your mind to be blown!
Stars in the water and the sky
Paddling at night is one of the coolest things you can do, and the beautiful night sky sure doesn’t hurt.
Its a Night Safari!
Our Bioluminescence Tours Tobago are not just about plankton. We spot other creatures on our tour. You never know what you are going to get!
National Geographic filmed us in 2019, check out 1:36 of the video
Pricing for Bioluminescence Tour Tobago
Tour
- One spot in a double kayak + Paddle + Life Jacket + Light(each kayak) + Memories that will last you forever. Please note that there is a minimum of 4 people for these tours. So contact us before you book online to see what nights we are definitely doing a tour.
- Please note that when booking online there is an additional US$5 fee per person (Total Per person cost is US$65). This is due to Online banking charges. If you pay in cash on arrival for the tour this fee is not charged. Also note that due to paypal charges we do not refund online bookings.
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Don’t just take it from us, let our customers do the talking!Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience in Kayaking do the tour.
At the start of every Bioluminescence tour we teach all the basics of kayaking. This tour requires reasonably good fitness as its two hours long (about 6km) and we will be paddling for most of that time. Kayaks sit two people and are low to the water so it’s much easier to paddle if it’s windy. If you want to practice kayaking you are welcome to come 30 minutes early but let us know. Depending on how early you come, you may have to pay the entrance fee to Pigeon Point.
Where do we meet?
We meet at Radical Sports Tobago, on the tip of Pigeon Point. If you are just coming for the tour your may have to pay the entrance of TT$20 per person depending on what time you come. Pigeon Point is free after 6pm.
What time to come and what time does the tour finish?
From January to September we ask that you to come by 6:30 pm. We return between 9pm and 9:30pm but it depends on the paddlers.
From October to December we ask that you to come by 6:05pm. We return around 9:00pm but it depends on the paddlers.
What do I need to bring?
Beach wear is fine but you will get wet. We recommend a t-shirt or rash guard in case of sandfly’s in the lagoon but it varies depending on the night (many nights have no sandflies). You can use bug spray/off on your skin for the tour, but please don’t swim if you do as it is harmful to the plankton. If you are bringing young kids then bring a towel in a dry bag, so they can warm up after a swim.
Should I bring a camera?
Unless you have a very high end camera with waterproof housing, you will not be able to get pictures of the Bioluminescence. we have noticed that the new iPhone pro’s are getting good images of the bio now. You will still be able to take pictures of each other with a water proof phone or camera with flash (GOPRO’s don’t work unfortunately).
What ages can come on this tour?
All ages are welcome. If the kids are really young ( 10 or less) we recommend one kid in the middle of two parents in a kayak. Bring a towel in a dry or plastic bag for young kids as they can get cold.