Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary
Overview
Enjoy a boat ride around the bay watching a beautiful sunset or sunrise as you head to a marine wildlife sanctuary to watch birds and swim in bioluminescence at nightfall.
Just imagine you look like you're swimming in the stars or the sky.
Bioluminescence is an event where phytoplankton shines in the water, manifests as blue light, it is something you should definitely live once in your life!!
We have departures at dawn in case the dates you want to reserve is full moon time.
Limit group size: 14 people
-under 5 years old cannot attend for security.
No minors in your arms for safety.
What's Included
- Bottled water Welcome drink
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lifevest
Meeting Location
Pino Suárez 321
Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We will set off by boat to the marine park the arches
On our way you can observe a magical sunset or sunrise overlooking the bay and take great photos.
We will tour the park as we explain all the history and information of this marine sanctuary.
We will wait until night falls to observe bioluminescence, a magical event that gives us nature that every person must live at least once in his life
-Under 9 years old cannot attend for security
No babies in arms for safety
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not allowed for hours and security under 12 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-392070P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Bottled water. Welcome drink.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Lifevest.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled waterWelcome drink
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lifevest
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not allowed for hours and security under 12 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
