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Bioluminescent (Mosquito) Bay

Puerto Mosquito, Puerto Rico
787 741-0720
4.5 of 5 stars 405 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Group tours/day tour, Scuba diving
Description: A truly brilliant natural wonder, this bay, particularly on moonless nights, literally glows in the dark.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Brooklyn, New York
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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One can disagree about which beach or restaurant or hotel or snorkeling spot is the best. But there's no doubt that the bioluminescent bay is unique not only in Viequest, but the world (it's the brightest of its kind in the world). The coolest part for me was being able to see fish in pitch black water swimming away from... More

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East Palo Alto, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Don't go into it expecting a whole lot and you won't be disappointed. Depending on if you're doing the kayak tour or the pontoon boat tour, you'll have a different experience. Since you can't get into the water and swim outright anymore, the experience is not as satisfying but still worth a trip. Definitely make sure to go on a... More

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Tampa, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012
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We live on a similar bay in Tampa. Mangroves and quiet waters. Amazing opportunity to relax and enjoy the reality of God's creations. Loved it. More

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Milwaukee
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

I don't always like the "guided tour" thing. You are never sure that you are really going to get your money's worth. This is worth it. It was one the coolest things I have ever seen. The tour was perfectly timed and conducted with lots of time just floating quietly in the Bay enjoying the glowing water created by the... More

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kcalabree
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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The bio bay in Vieques is something not to be missed. The jolt through your veins the first time you see something fairly large swim under your very small kayak is exhilarating. We went on a night that was listed as "fair" for the bio bay viewing as the full moon was coming up later. I don't think it retracted... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

The tour itself was great. However, when you're in the middle of the bay, trying to look for the glow in the water or star gazing, the last thing you need is people checking their phone with a bright screen light. Once you get there, you'll realize that any light will hinder your view of the glow in the bay.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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Won't go as in depth as others, but you can see that Tofer has a very different tour than the rest. First of all, you are in a paddleboat, not in a kayak, and there is only room for 4. This caused hesitation to me for a fleeting second, and Im glad it was only a fleeting moment. The paddleboat... More

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Nashville, TN
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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Hidden along the Caribbean coast is one of the most spectacular Bioluminescent Bays in the world. The mysterious blue-green light is created by micro-organisms which thrive in an environment uniquely suited to their needs, found in Mosquito Bay. A trip into the bay on a balmy night is a magical experience. Fish flash by in dark water like floating stardust.... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Definitely a unique experience! Highly recommend, though the bay lives up to its name, so be sure to wear mosquito repellent! More

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Aurora, Colorado
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Went on a trip with Tofer, was amazing and well worth the price! More

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