--- title: Bioluminescent Bay Water Bike Tour in La Parguera lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 70 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.77 reviews: 99 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 44 of 71 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/bioluminescent-bay-water-bike-tour-in-la-parguera/ --- # Bioluminescent Bay Water Bike Tour in La Parguera **Guidekin's take:** Pedal powered water bikes instead of kayaks across La Parguera bay at night, stable catamaran style boats with a guide, life jacket and whistle. Height and weight limits apply and are checked, late arrivals are no shows, and the glow depends on the moon and weather. 4.77 from 99 reviews at €70 per person. ## Overview Bioluminescent Bay in La Parguera, Puerto Rico Discover one of Puerto Rico’s natural wonders on this nighttime experience. Enjoy a guided pedal ride across calm waters to the Bioluminescent Bay, where moving the water creates a natural glow as you interact with it using your hands and feet under the night sky. --- What Makes Chiliboats Unique? Unlike kayaks or canoes, our pedal-powered Water Bike offer a stable and easy experience. Their catamaran-style design provides added stability on the water, allowing for a smooth and comfortable ride through calm coastal areas and mangrove surroundings. --- Important Information: * All tours are conducted on double Chiliboats (2 participants per unit). * Minimum height: 48" (1.22 m) | Maximum height: 6'5" (1.95 m). * Maximum weight: 240 lbs (109 kg) per person. * **Swimming is NOT allowed by law (DRNA).** * **Bioluminescence is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed.** * Visibility depends on moon phase, weather, and water conditions. ## Key facts - Price: from €70 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.77/5 from 99 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Caribbean Chiliboats ## What's included - Chiliboats, USCG-certified life jacket and whistle. - English, Spanish Guide and languages ## Not included - Transportation to the meeting point. - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Phosphorescent Bay (Bahia Fosforescente)** (30m; admission included) - Bioluminescent Bay Tour – La Parguera Experience a magical night tour in La Parguera’s Bioluminescent Bay on stable and eco-friendly Chiliboats Water Bikes, designed for a smooth and comfortable ride. After a brief safety orientation, you’ll begin a 20–25 minute ride to the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18:30, 19:00, 19:30, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - 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 ((Arrive 30 minutes early)) Reserved spaces are for you. Directions: Please search for the location on Google: --> Caribbean Chiliboats Parguera Punta Papayo, Lajas * Park without blocking entrances or other vehicles. ## Good to know - 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 - Participation Requirements: Most travelers can participate, • Participants must be between 4'0" (48 in / 1.22 m) and 6'5" (1.96 m) in height, • Children must be at least 48 inches (1.22 m) tall and/or weigh at least 50 lb (23 kg) to safely use the equipment and properly fit in USCG-approved life jackets, • Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times and may require the adult to perform most or all of the pedaling, • Please arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and safety briefing, • Once check-in begins, late arrivals cannot be accommodated, • Late arrivals will be considered a “no-show” and are non-refundable, • Tours operate rain or shine, • Weather conditions in the Caribbean can change quickly, • Bioluminescence visibility depends on natural conditions (moon phase, weather, and water activity), • The decision to proceed or cancel will be made at the meeting point by the lead guide based on safety conditions, - Weight Limits: Maximum weight: 240 lb per person, Participants may be weighed prior to the tour, Those exceeding limits will not be allowed to participate and will not receive a refund, - Before You Go: Confirmation will be received at time of booking, Free storage is available at your own risk, We are not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items, Bring a valid ID and the credit card used for booking (must match), Please verify the correct meeting location before your tour, The person who made the reservation is responsible for informing all participants, - Safety Guidelines: Life jackets must be worn at all times, Participants must properly fit in USCG-approved life jackets, Follow all guide instructions for safety, No jumping into the water or damaging the equipment, No swimming allowed in the bioluminescent bay by law (Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources regulations, including Administrative Order 2023-02), Smoking, alcohol, and drug use are strictly prohibited, Participants under the influence will not be allowed to participate and will not receive a refund, We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who does not comply with safety guidelines, ## How it compares in Day Trips Ranked **#44 of 71** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). 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