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Grand Cayman Bioluminescent Bay and Starfish Point Tour

4.2(5)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 5 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Caribbean Cruise Tours
Grand Cayman Bioluminescent Bay and Starfish Point Tour

About this activity

Grand Cayman is one of the world’s most remarkable places to experience bioluminescence, a rare natural phenomenon that turns the water into a display of light after dark. Experience two sides of the island in one evening — from the shallow waters of Starfish Point to the glowing waters of Bioluminescent Bay.

Begin at Starfish Point, where you can wade through warm Caribbean water and see colorful cushion sea stars in their natural environment, along with unusual marine life such as upside-down jellyfish.

Then continue by boat to Bio Bay. Millions of microscopic organisms illuminate the water with flashes of light as it moves, a natural phenomenon found in only a handful of places around the world.

Watch the bioluminescence from the boat, or slip into the water yourself and see the glow respond to every movement around you.

After an evening on the water, settle in for the boat ride back with memories of the Caribbean and a bay that glows after dark.

What's included

  • ✓Water and fruit punch
  • ✓Certified captain and crew
  • ✓Roundtrip Transportation from Seven Mile Beach hotels
  • ✓Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Bioluminescent Bay experience
  • ✓Starfish Point visit
  • ✓Marine Park entrance fee

Not included

  • ✕Snacks
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Transportation outside participating Seven Mile Beach accommodations
  • ✕Towels

Meeting and pickup

  • Your tour will depart from Kaibo Restaurant Pier located at 585 Water Cay Rd. Please be here 30 minutes before your trip time. Our driver, who will be wearing a polo shirt with our logo, will call out your name upon arrival. Please note that the driver can wait for a maximum of 5 minutes.
  • Your tour will depart from Captain Marvin's dock, located at Raleigh Quay. Please be here 30 minutes before your trip time. Our driver, who will be wearing a polo shirt with our logo, will call out your name upon arrival. Please note that the driver can wait for a maximum of 5 minutes.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Flotation devices for children under age 3 are not available
  • Total tour duration includes travel time, with the Bioluminescence Tour lasting approximately 2 hours from dock to dock.
  • Seasonal Departure Times: The boat generally departs Raleigh Quay at 6:30 PM during summer and 6:00 PM during winter. Hotel pickups are scheduled earlier.
  • Bioluminescence is a natural phenomenon, and its visibility and intensity vary from night to night depending on natural conditions. Promotional images are for illustration purposes and may not reflect the exact appearance or intensity experienced during your visit.
  • Tours are scheduled based on moon phases, so availability may fluctuate.
  • Roundtrip transportation is only included for hotels located along Seven Mile Beach.
  • Guests must provide their hotel or accommodation details at the time of booking to arrange transportation. If no accommodation information is provided, the meeting point will be Raleigh Quay Private Dock.
  • Snorkeling Equipment: Mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest are provided.
  • Rain or Shine: The tour operates in light rain and normal weather conditions. The tour may be modified or canceled if weather or marine conditions are unsuitable for safe navigation.
  • Wildlife: Please observe marine life responsibly and follow your crew’s instructions at Starfish Point and throughout the tour.
  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
  • What to Bring: Bring a swimsuit and towel if you plan to enter the water.
  • Swimming: Swimming in Bioluminescent Bay is optional. Guests who prefer to remain on the boat can still experience the bioluminescence.
  • Kaibo Meeting Point: Guests staying outside the Georgetown and Seven Mile Beach area may meet the tour at Kaibo Dock. Please contact us in advance to arrange this meeting point.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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