Bioluminescence San Juan Kayaking Tours

Price: $145 M-Thr / Person
Weekend Price: $160 F-Sun / Person

I did nighttime bioluminescence kayaking 3 nights in a row in July. And Discovery Sea Kayak was the winner! Of course, when the bioluminescence is out, it’s magical, regardless of who you are with. Although this company truly understands how to craft an experience – above and beyond the kayaking itself. (Review 2023)

Save 10% on Bioluminescence Kayak Tours when reserving a group of 4 or more guests. Promo Code: BIO2024 (if a reservation does not meet the minimum of 4 guests for the promotion the remaining balance will automatically be charged)

Over 15 years ago we started leading guests during the nighttime to witness the beauty of bioluminescence. In the heart of the San Juan Islands, our home base, we created the first dedicated Bioluminescence Kayak Tour in the islands. Over these 15 years, we have perfected the process and developed safety protocols to ensure everyone feels comfortable exploring on this unique nocturnal adventure. 

All of our guides have undergone rigorous kayak training, conducted by our in-house American Canoe Association kayak instructor. Further, guides have a Washington State Kayak Guide License. We are professionally prepared, meticulously organized, and extremely enthusiastic to have you along on our Bioluminescence Kayak Tour. 

Dates are limited each month of the summer to ensure we paddle at times when the moon phase is either small or absent. This creates the darkest nights where the bioluminescence will sparkle with its anticipated intensity. The dates are selected to provide you with the best experience possible. 

Group Sizes and Departures

We have two departures each night. We stagger our departures to maintain our small groups and custom feel. Both departures operate in the same location and will have the same experience. The maximum group size is 10 guests with 2 guides. Small groups give guests full access to guides to ask questions and learn all the amazing information about bioluminescence.

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Preview the experience of Discovery’s Bioluminescence Kayak Tour:

Important Information

• Book in advance, we operate a limited amount of Bioluminescence Kayak Tours and in small groups.
• Headlamps are optional but can come in handy at the end of the tour along the beach back to the van. Guides will have lights as well.
• Find lodging, as you will be staying the night. The tour gets back after all the ferries have departed.
• Eat dinner prior to the tour and please do not consume alcohol before the kayak tour.

Discovery is a full-service kayak outfitter. If you cannot find dates for the Bioluminescence Kayak Tour, See our San Juan Kayak Tour Index Page for other options.