--- title: "Private: Bioluminescence Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Grand Cayman country: Caribbean price: 544 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.9 reviews: 63 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 3 (Bioluminescence Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-07 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/grand-cayman/tours/private-bioluminescence-tour/ --- # Private: Bioluminescence Tour **Guidekin's take:** Bioluminescence is the focus of this private tour for your party, with standalone and longer charter options. Water is included and snorkel gear can be requested through the booking portal; priced per group, with moderate fitness required. 4.9 from 63 reviews at €544 per group/vehicle for 2h. In our comparison: #2 of 3 in Bioluminescence Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Bioluminescence is rare, and the Cayman Islands offer a unique opportunity to witness this phenomenon. Tours are eco-friendly, conducted in small groups with minimal environmental impact. This memorable experience in the Cayman Islands will be cherished for years, surrounded by nature's glowing blue magic. **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €544 per group/vehicle for the 23' Concept: Bio Bay (Solo) option; other options up to €1634 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.9/5 from 63 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Island Charter - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 15 start times between 14:30 and 22:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.9 from 63 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 61 of 63. - 5 stars: 59 (94%) - 4 stars: 2 (3%) - 3 stars: 2 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 23' Concept: Bio Bay (Solo) | €544 per group | English | Duration: 2 hours Fass Hand: Boat Company: Concept Boat Model: 23′ Open Deck Series | | 28' Scout: Bio Bay (Solo) | €635 per group | English | Duration: 2 hours Bottled water, Ice and cooler 28' Scout: Boat Company: Scout Boat Model: Abaco 280 | | 23 Concept: 3HR with Bio Bay | €636 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay Snorkeling + Stingray City + Bio Bay Dinner at Rum Point Beach Club or Kaibo Duration: 3 hours Fass Hand: Boat Company: Concept Boat Model: 23′ Open Deck Series | | 28' Scout - 3HR w/ Bio Bay_b | €725 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay Snorkeling + Stingray City + Bio Bay Dinner @ Kaibo + Bio Bay (dinner not included) Duration: 3 hours: Start times of this tour are for months June & July. disclaimer: ** Dinner not included ** Rum Point Beach Club availability via beach access only 28' Scout: Boat Company: Scout Boat Model: Abaco 280 | | 28' Scout - 3HR w/ Bio Bay_c | €725 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay Snorkeling + Stingray City + Bio Bay Dinner @ Kaibo + Bio Bay (dinner not included) Duration: 3 hours: Start times of this tour are for months March, April, May, August and September. Disclaimer: ** Dinner not included ** Rum Point Beach Club only accessible via beach access 28' Scout: Boat Company: Scout Boat Model: Abaco 280 | | 28' Scout - 3HR w/ Bio Bay_a | €725 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay Snorkeling + Stingray City + Bio Bay Dinner @ Kaibo + Bio Bay (dinner not included) Duration: 3 hours: Start times of this tour are for months October, November, December, January and February. Cooler w/ Ice & Bottled Water 28' Scout: Boat Manufacturer: Scout Boat Model: Abaco 280 | | 23 Concept: 4HR with Bio Bay | €726 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: Snorkeling + Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay Stingray City + Dinner @ Rum Point Beach / Kaibo Beach + Bio Bay Duration: 4 hours Boat: Boat Company: Concept Boat Model: 23′ Open Deck Series Occupancy: Up to 6 Guests | | 28' Scout - 4HR w/ Bio Bay_a | €816 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: - Snorkeling + Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay - Stingray City + Dinner @ Kaibo + Bio Bay (dinner not included) Duration: 4 hours: Start times of this tour are for months October, November, December, January and February. Meal and/or drinks Cooler w/ Ice & Bottled Water: Dinner not included in price. 28' Scout: Boat Company: Scout Boat Model: Abaco 280 | | 23' Concept: 5HR with Bio Bay | €817 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Option:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Dinner at Rum Point Beach Club or Kaibo Beach Restaurant + Bio Bay Duration: 5 hours Fass Hand: Boat Company: Concept Boat Model: 23′ Open Deck Series | | 36' Pursuit: Bio Bay (Solo) | €908 per group | English | Duration: 2 hours Cascabel: Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit Boat Model: Pursuit OS 345 | | 23' Concept: 6HR with Bio Bay | €908 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Option:: Snorkeling + Stingray City + Starfish Point + Dinner at Rum Point or Kaibo Beach Restaurant + Bioluminescent Bay Duration: 6 hours Fass Hand: Boat Company: Concept Boat Model: 23′ Open Deck Series | | 36' Pursuit: 3HR with Bio Bay | €1090 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Options:: - Stingray City + Starfish Point + Bio Bay - Snorkeling + Stingray City + Bio Bay - Dinner at Rum Point Beach Club or Kaibo Duration: 3 hours Cascabel: Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit Boat Model: Pursuit 345 OS Boat Length: 36ft | | 36' Pursuit: 4HR with Bio Bay | €1271 per group | English | Duration: 4 hours Bottled Water 36' Pursuit | | 36' Pursuit: 5HR with Bio Bay | €1453 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Option:: Stingray City + Starfish Point + Dinner at Rum Point Beach Club or Kaibo Beach Restaurant + Bio Bay Duration: 5 hours Boat: Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit Boat Model: Pursuit OS 345 Boat Length: 36Ft | | 36' Pursuit: 6HR with Bio Bay | €1634 per group | English | Popular Itinerary Option:: Snorkeling + Stingray City + Starfish Point + Dinner at Rum Point or Kaibo Beach Restaurant + Bioluminescent Bay Duration: 6 hours Boat: Boat Manufacturer: Pursuit Boat Model: Pursuit OS 345 Boat Length: 36 | ## What's included - Need Snorkel Gear? Select what you need through our Guest Sign-in portal. URL & login credentials included in operator confirmation email. - Bottled water - You may bring your own alcoholic beverages onboard! If you require a cooler, ice, or cups please let us know in the Special Requirements Section. ## Not included - Gratuity not included. - Towels ## Itinerary 1. **Bioluminescent Bay** (1h) - Your guide will meet you at the dock in-front of Agua restaurant in Camana Bay and will sail you to the Bioluminescent Bay, where you will swim, snorkel, and learn the science behind bioluminescent lumination. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 15 start times between 14:30 and 22:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet on the dock with multiple dock slips extending into the water in front of Kaibo Restaurant. You may use the restaurant parking lot located to the right of the restaurant. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €544 | €272 | | 4 | €544 | €136 | | 6 | €544 | €91 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Bioluminescence Tours start at €104 per person. ## Compared with other Bioluminescence Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 3** | €544 per group | 2h | 4.9 (63) | private | | [Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour](/caribbean/grand-cayman/tours/night-bioluminescence-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | €132 | 2h | 4.93 (1065) | shared | | [Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour](/caribbean/grand-cayman/tours/grand-cayman-bioluminescent-bay-tour/?format=md) | €104 | 2h 45m | 4.58 (383) | shared | Ranked #2 of 3 in Bioluminescence Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €104 to €132, median €118; typical length 2h. 1 of 3 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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