Luminous Lagoon Tour from Montego Bay: Experience the Phosphorescent Lights Amidst Mangroves

This lagoon, surrounded by mangroves, is home to microscopic organisms that emit a phosphorescent light when the water is agitated. Plan your trip for dusk and then take a boat ride on the lagoon. As the water is disturbed, you will see eerie lights illuminating the waters below. Those who wish to swim in the Luminous Waters are welcome.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Martha Brae River - Boat ride to view the luminous lagoon. Swim if desired.
  • Thelga’s Jamaica Tours - Non-stop
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Professional driver
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information
  • A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Please note: entrance fees for the luminous lagoon are not included in the listed price and must be paid for in person on the day of travel
Location
Martha Brae River
Martha Brae River, Falmouth
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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205mandys
Feb 28, 2022
Interesting experience - Fantastic trip. Amazed how the water glows when touched. Very interesting. Take water shoes though because it's not deep and the bottom is mud. Horrible feeling. Well worth the money
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Willie
Jul 22, 2018
Once in a luifetime experience - Was a great experience. Only 4 places in the world like this. The water glows with any movement. Got to swim at night and watch the glow. I really enjoyed watching the fish glow as they swam.
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Adam
May 9, 2023
Great Experience - It’s a short easy ride from Montego Bay and our driver was very nice and pleasant throughout. Although the tour in the lagoon itself is pretty short - maybe 30 minutes - it still is a great experience. Do not get the photos from the local operatives- I paid for them and they never emailed the photos to me.
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Torri
Nov 11, 2019
Try if nearby... - I believe there are only a few night tours near MoBoy so this is something different to try. The water was cool and felt 'spongy' in the shallow areas. I had on my vibrams so I was all good. The guys on the boat said that summer was the best time to visit the lagoon, but with some vigorous motion in the water I was able to activate the organisms. Some folks stayed on the boat because they were scared about hopping in the dark water at night, but they said that they could really see the blue luminosity when I was in the water. I enjoyed this activity and I would definitely do it again.
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Benny_d
Mar 31, 2022
Overpriced - Luminescent water was so awesome. Never seen before. Definitely a bucket list excursion. Your was very short and I think way overpriced for such a quick tour.
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Southwestsam411
Jan 16, 2019
Ok - One to do but wouldn't recommend going way out of your way to do this. We travelled about 30 mins each way which was fine - got about 15 mins actually in the lagoon which was cool but would have been disappointed if we were in the group that had travelled nearly 2h each way on the same coach as us. If you're nearby then give it a go - if it's a bit of a trek you won't have missed out too much if you don't bother.
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Alyssa_m
May 7, 2021
Misleading cost and expectations - Our driving Barry was lovely, however, the cost & additional cost upon arrival didn’t make sense. I am requesting reimbursement.
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Yuntao_z
Mar 30, 2021
Th lagoon is amazing, but... - The lagoon is amazing, but the tour company charged too much on transportation, it would be a reasonable deal if entrance fee is included.
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From $95
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).