--- title: Bio Bay Magic and Rum Tasting Tour from San Juan lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 227 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 158 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Rum, tacos and a bay swim rank_in_category: 56 of 70 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/bio-bay-magic-and-rum-tasting-tour-from-san-juan/ --- # Bio Bay Magic and Rum Tasting Tour from San Juan **Guidekin's take:** A long day from San Juan that pairs a rum tasting at the Serrallés castle in Ponce with a sunset boat to the La Parguera sandbar and a swim in the glowing bay, tacos for dinner and hotel pickup included. It needs four guests to run and travel time is most of the 9h. 4.68 from 158 reviews at €227 per person. In our comparison: #56 of 70 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Embark on a magical journey from San Juan to La Parguera and discover one of Puerto Rico's breathtaking bioluminescent bays! This 10-hour all-inclusive adventure begins with a visit to El Castillo Seralles in Ponce, where you’ll taste Don Q Rum straight from the barrel and savor fresh local fish tacos. As the sun sets, glide through the Caribbean waters to a pristine sandbar, then witness the stars above and the glowing bay below. Swim in the only bio bay in Puerto Rico where it’s permitted, surrounded by nature’s glowing wonders. With rum, tacos, and starlit boat rides included, this intimate tour (max 15 guests) promises an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Book now and let the magic of Puerto Rico illuminate your night! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 32 pickup points - Max 15 people: shared group - Starts 14:00: one departure a day - Food included: Rum tasting - Age 4+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 32 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €227 per person - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.68/5 from 158 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Borikua Tours - Group: Shared, up to 15 travellers - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.68 from 158 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 147 of 158. - 5 stars: 135 (85%) - 4 stars: 12 (8%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 8 (5%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and swimming in glowing water; the main caveat is the long drive from San Juan. **Praised:** - Swimming among glowing plankton is often the highlight - Friendly guides and captains share island history and explain the bioluminescence - Rum tastings and learning to make cocktails - Sandbar swimming and sunset views from the boat - Comfortable vehicles and convenient hotel pickups **Complaints:** - Long drives to and from San Juan - Some enjoy the tacos, while others find the food disappointing - Some report poor communication around cancellations and missed activities Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2021-02-14 to 2026-09-11); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Rum tasting - Certified local guide - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Dinner: Veggie, chicken or fresh fish soft tacos (3 tacos pp) - Life vest - Noodle to float - Certified captain and boat ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Borikua Tours** (3h; admission included) - Pickup and drop-off 2. **Monumento al Jibaro Puertorriqueno** (pass by, no stop) - As we drive trough the Central Mountains of Puerto Rico you will get to see the view of the Sierra of Cayey. 3. **La Parguera** (1h 35m; admission included) - Enjoy your dinner at Isla Cueva Restaurant, then walk around in La Parguera village and then get in the boat and in a clear night you will able to see the stars as we go to the Bio Bay. 4. **La Parguera** (1h 35m; admission included) - Swim in this unique and magical spot, the Bio Bay. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - 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 Pick up will at the Plaza in front of the Mayor Office, Ponce Hilton and Holiday in Express. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJf98dO4HVHIwR4u4GccSSSyc Pickup points listed by the operator: 32 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - 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 - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit and or swimsuit, towel and change of clothes - You will be immersed in the Caribbean sea and will be a guest of the marine life of the sea - Travel time is included in the 10 hour duration of the tour - We offer the tour with a Minimum of 4 Guests - The captain of the vessel has full authority—as mandated by United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations (46 CFR § 4.05-1 and § 5.101)—to make decisions regarding onboard safety, including restricting activities if they pose a risk to passengers or crew. - People with mobility impairments - Guest that weigh over 300 pounds. - Not Walker accesible - People with mobility impairments ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #56 of 70** | €227 | 9h | 4.68 (158) | shared, max 15 | | [Arenales River Caving, Waterfall &Tropical Forest Secret Spring](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/arenales-river-caving-waterfall-tropical-forest-secret-spring/?format=md) | €114 | 7h | 4.98 (1776) | shared | | [El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Kiosk Day Trip](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/el-yunque-rainforest-and-luquillo-kiosk-day-trip/?format=md) | €77 | 6h | 5.0 (608) | shared | | [Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/self-drive-mini-boat-snorkeling-tour-to-icacos-island/?format=md) | €227 per group | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1969) | shared | Ranked #56 of 70 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €818, median €90; typical length 5h. 2 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/day-trips-from-san-juan/?format=md ## More in Puerto Rico - All Puerto Rico tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/bio-bay-magic-and-rum-tasting-tour-from-san-juan/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md