If weather and conditions in the bay permit, this is an amazing experience. Just beware that it…read morewill not look like the photos you see online. In this bay is more like glowing twinkles in the water. You can get here on your own, renting your own kayak and I've also heard they offer a walking tour of the bay. We reserved a tour with a local kayak company in order to access the bay. If you are an experience kayaker, I would recommend you rent a kayak and go on your own. However, be aware that tours happen at 6 and 8 and the mangrove canal is packed. All in all, it's a beautiful bay both during night and during daylight.

Bittersweet review. I visited Laguna Grande in July 2014 and it was magical -- the water lit up…read moreelectric blue with every paddle stroke, completely mesmerizing. I brought my kids back in July 2026 hoping to share that same experience, but the bioluminescence has faded dramatically. What was once a stunning light show is now barely a flicker. Tour operators still run the same trips at the same price without setting proper expectations -- understandable since it's their business, but disappointing for visitors. Practical tip: don't bother waiting for a later evening tour hoping for better glow. At this point it's just a regular kayak trip -- the only difference later at night is that you're paddling in the dark instead of at dusk. If you want a nice kayak outing, it's fine. If you're chasing the bioluminescent magic this place is famous for, temper your expectations.

Isolated beach with no facilities. It has been deemed dangerous to swim, keep in mind that…read moreLifeguard/EMS will not be available. Bring plenty of water/ fluids! It is a nice spot where many go nude and it's always optional. Swim at your own risk.

This is actually one of the nicest beaches in the Fajardo area. Beach is super clean and attended…read morevery well by the staff. You can camp overnight also if you prefer. Prices are excellent the water and beach itself are superb. I find this beach way better than Luquillo Beach. Depending where you're coming from, it's worth the drive.

I enjoyed this beach very much. It's like a big swimming pool, crystal clear water and beautiful…read morereal yellow sand. Entrance parking was only 5 bucks very well worth it. Although, I did not get to try the food/drinks because I noticed to late they sell drinks at the stand right on the beach and a food spot by the parking lot. The bathrooms/showers were a huge plus and felt very authentic to the area and experience. Lots of shade and beautiful breeze too. I came around 10am on a Sunday and the crowd was very small.

So I used this company to drive me and my sister out from Fajardo where they are located to the…read morebeach of Luquillo. That was one of my moms wishes after passing. She wanted her ashes to be spread in the waters of Luquillo. I had a very hard time finding a company that was reasonable, PR is hurting big time. But anyway so this company that is owned by Rey was recommended to me and I called him amd explained what I needed to do and w/o hesitation he said no problem and the price was very reasonable. So on the day we arrived he was prepping the boat and in 15 mins we were off. Once he drove us to the location he waited very patiently while we performed a quick service before sending mom off. After we returned me and my sister were so happy that my mothers last wishes were fulfilled. We couldn't have done it without Rey. When we return I will definitely come back and use his services, the guy was a true professional and very respectful. Again there are other companies , but Rey met and exceeded our expectations. Thanks Rey , muchas Gracias por tu excelente servicio.

Don't come here unless you're ready to pay for extras. They actually now charge $10.00 per sun…read moreshade that you put up. They will actually come up to you and tell you that it takes up space and you need to pay for it. Nope!! Took it down and put it away. Better off at Luquillo where I don't get charged because I put up a sun shade. Pretty beach but you offer nothing. No food or drinks stands kiosks available. What a rip off.

Shallow beach right across restaurants and bars. Perfect for kids. Part of the beach under…read moremangroves. Perfect place to sit and relax on the water. Street parking available.

Chances are if you have come to Fajardo to pilot a kayak through a mangrove forest to experience…read morethe tiny glowing dinoflagellates of Laguna Grande, you will begin your adventure here at Parque Pasivo Las Croabas. Most days around sunset, the place is teeming with tourists who have come in from San Juan or other distant resorts just for the evening's bioluminescent bay (or "bio-bay") tour. Numerous tour operators are stationed all around the dock with huge racks of kayaks, and streets of the park are lined with other vendors taking advantage of the crowds. Another reason you might visit this park would be to catch a water taxi over the Pasaje de San Juan to one of the white sand islands of the Cordillera Keys Nature Reserve. There are a few companies offering the service to Cayo Icacos for around $25 per person, just a quick 20 minute ride over the choppy bay to your own Gilligan's Island fantasy. We used Captain Mingo's yellow boat (search TripAdvisor for more info) and had a great afternoon of snorkeling, swimming, and lounging under the shade of our own palm tree. We actually spent our recent PR vacation based in Las Croabas, so I visited this park every morning during my run through the neighborhood: down the hill to the park, up past Ocean View Condos and the police station and back down to Seven Seas beach, then past the Las Cabezas de San Juan Preserve (which surrounds Laguna Grande) and back home. It's a much different place early in the day, with grizzled old fishermen and their wives sitting in the shade, sipping cafe con leche before a day on their boats or staffing the many restaurants and pubs overlooking the small harbor. On New Year's Day, a meetup of classic car aficionados was in full swing, complete with party music and picnics. Everyone was excited to show off their muscle cars and allowed us to photograph at will before we ventured over to the rocky shore to pick up hands full of polished beach glass. Local families use this park as you would any neighborhood park. The new pirate ship playscapes are enjoyed by small kids and the many colorful pavilions (with a sturdy concrete food prep area) can be reserved for birthday parties and other celebrations. Know before you go: -- No swimming at the adjacent beach. It's choppy & surrounded by boat traffic. -- Restrooms with sinks are available, but bring your own toilet paper; it doesn't seem to be replenished often. -- Parking at evening/night can be a challenge, with the influx of bio-bay goers and diners at the restaurants surrounding the square. -- Do make reservations if you intend to eat dinner nearby. There are no walk-ups, except at the few food trucks.

Its a really relaxing place to stay for a perfect getaway from the busy life. Nothing works better…read moreto bring the vacation mood than a beautiful view, sunny landscape, rooster's cock-a-doodle-doo and sound of the ocean! It is also close to attractions such as Bio Bay and Ferry to other islands. There are many good restaurants and supermarkets close by as well. The hosts Leslaw and Gama are also very good and helpful.

From the owner: Sunny Fajardo vacation rental apartments on hill with breezy terraces with spectacular blue…read moreCarribbean Sea views of Culebra, Vieques, Icacos and Palomino islands. Clean, comfortable, modern, safe vacation rental apartments located in Las Croabas, Fajardo, Puerto Rico on the edge of Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve containing the Bioluminescent Laguna Grande (aka the Bio Bay) and the historic Faro de Fajardo Lighthouse on the Northeast tip of Puerto Rico. Just a short walk from Las Croabas Harbor and the beautiful Blue Flag Seven Seas Beach, and 25 minutes from el Yunque National Rainforest. We are also close to El Conquistador Resort, one of the most amazing hotels in the Caribbean offering professional Golf courses, water parks, casino, spa, restaurants, catamaran charters, horseback riding, etc. Enjoy Hiking, Sunbathing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Sailing, Boating, Fishing and Kayaking year round. Flying from the United States to Puerto Rico is fast and convenient, U.S. citizens are not required to carry their passport. So you don't have to wait in line at customs and immigration! JetBlue offers convenient cheap 3 1/2 hour flights everyday to San Juan, Puerto Rico out of JFK, New York and back. Our Fajardo vacation rental apartments are just 1 hour from San Juan's Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) where you can rent a car from major car rental companies.

My family and I took the full-day fishing and snorkeling adventure with Juan and Perla. It was by…read morefar the highlight of our trip to Puerto Rico and ranked up there with one of the best days I've had on any vacation anywhere. Captain Juan and Perla provided everything we needed--drinks, snacks, lunch... and their deep knowledge of the area was unmatched. None of us will ever forget the green turtle that suddenly came up to the surface beside us, or the eagle ray that glided by beneath our feet. The fishing was fun for everyone and Juan used his vast knowledge of the local waters to help our teenagers catch some amazing fish (which we later ate for dinner). Juan was more than a knowledgeable host... from him we learned about the history and the culture of PR, AND got some amazing tips on where to eat throughout the rest of our stay. Highly, highly recommended.

Natalia, Amarie, Elijah and Yadiel made the kayak fun and informative. My kida were scared in the…read moredark and could not kayak. But the guides helped us thru the mangrove tunnels making it nothing but easy on us. Dress in bathing suits or athletic clothing that can dry quickly. Also wear water shoes or waterproof sandals. Pack a change of clothing and towels. You will get wet!

I'll start of by saying the staff is excellent and the tour was amazing. Definitely a must do while…read morevisiting Puerto Rico. The Bio Bay was such an amazing experience that I feel fortunate to have been able to capture. The thing that was frustrating is both of us have experience kayaking while it was the first time for majority of the others. We chose the 6:30pm trip so we could enjoy the sunset before heading out to the bio bay. The trip into the bio bay was smooth, you move with the current. We got to enjoy the bio bay for about 30 mins with the tour guides going through the history. They were very interesting and funny might I add. On the way back, you are traveling against the current and this is where we started to get irritated because the inexperienced kayakers weren't paying attention to the guides and kept bumping into us and each other. We kept passing others who somehow kept getting themselves stuck in crevices that they had no business getting into because the guides literally tell you to keep in a straight line. All in all, it was a great experience and I would still rate it 5 stars because the tour guides really tried their best to make sure everyone was enjoyed their experience. We were told that only mirrorless cameras were able to capture the bioluminescence. I was able to catch it on video using my iPhone 13 pro max but it doesn't capture the essence in stills.

Trip to Puerto Rico is incomplete if you don't go to see bioluminescent bay. We took 6 P.M kayak…read moretrip so that we can also see the sunset and enjoy the bioluminescent bay. The people at yokahu kayak trips are really kind, helpful and informative. There are lot of other kayak companies who takes to the bay but i can bet nobody will be as great as them. At the beginning of the kayak trip they click a picture as a memory and in the end bottle of water and snacks are given.

Had an amazing experience with eco adventures to see natural bioluminescence. Our guides were kind…read moreand informative. I felt completely safe and it was clear these were professional guides. Book it !!

This tour was the biggest let down of our trip. You kayak through a 1.5 mile swamp canal with a ton…read moreof mosquitos to an open bay that is actually beautiful if there is enough light to see it and there was 0 bioluminescence in the bay. They gave us a tarp to put over our heads to try and see anything but there was nothing. The tour guides were nice but they knew there wasn't going to be anything visible. They told us the tide was too high and there was too much water coming in to see the organisms. I bet the tour would be worth it if what you are there to see, was actually there. I know they say no refunds but my recommendation to this company would be to let people know upfront if they know there isn't any visible bioluminescent organisms visible that day so that people can make their own choice on whether or not kayaking with mosquitos is worth seeing a dark bay. I would've chosen to forego my money and skip the misery then to be subjected to a dark paddle with a bunch of mosquitos and sargassum.