The Luminous Lagoon in Jamaica is a natural wonder located in Falmouth. It's renowned for its bioluminescent waters, which means the water contains microorganisms that emit light when agitated. This creates a mesmerizing glow, especially at night. It's a popular attraction for tourists who want to experience this unique natural phenomenon.
The glowing effect of the lagoon is due to microorganisms known as dinoflagellates that light up when touched. They are known to glow and thrive in shallow, warm water. This is one of the reasons this particular spot in Jamaica is one of the only places in the world where they can be found. The consistently warm climate of Jamaica is said to be the reason the waters in this area glow brighter than the three other places in the world where this natural phenomenon can be experienced.
As part of this adventure, you can simply admire the views from a boat or get into the lagoon for a swim.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Boat Tour
✔ Bottled water
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Luminous Lagoon
Pickup Locations
1. Paradise Villas
2. Sunscape Cove Montego Bay Resort and Spa
3. Sunscape Splash Montego Bay Resort and Spa
4. Excellence Oyster Bay
5. Hotel Secrets Resort St. James Montego Bay
6. Montego Bay Racquet Club
7. Harbour Way Hotel
8. SeaGarden Beach Resort
9. Ocean Eden Bay - Adults Only
10. Hotel Grand A View
11. Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort
12. Hotel Gloriana & Spa
13. Deja Resort
14. Royal Court Hotel
15. Citadel Rosehall Hotel
16. Hotel Riu Reggae - Adults Only - All Inclusive
17. Relax Resort
18. Zoetry Montego Bay Jamaica
19. Tropical Court Hotel
20. Ridgeway Guest House
Additional Info: We pickup all travelers in the lobby area of their respective hotels or any other place of residence.
Itinerary
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Luminous Lagoon
The Luminous Lagoon is more than just a popular tourist attraction - it is a natural wonder that can be seen in very few places in the world. In Jamaica, the Luminous Lagoon can be found on the island’s north coast in an area where the Martha Brae River meets the Caribbean Sea. The draw of this wondrous natural gem is the glowing effect that captivates just about everyone who pays a visit. A glowing effect like that of the waters at the Luminous Lagoon in Jamaica can only be seen in four places in the world: The Bahamas, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica. The Luminous Lagoon in Jamaica is said to glow the brightest out of all of these. That alone makes it one of the ‘must-see’ places in Jamaica. If you want to have a Luminous Lagoon experience in Jamaica, you’ll have to be prepared to do a night tour. This is when the glowing effect of the lagoon is most apparent. As part of this adventure, you can simply admire the views from a boat or get into the lagoon for a swim.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
