PUERTO RICO
Puerto Rico's standouts.
The 10 best canoes & kayaks tours in Puerto Rico, side by side. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Paddle under San Juan’s Condado Lagoon lights on a clear kayak with LEDs and glow paint for a chill 1-hour tour.
“Our tour guides Cheli & Mariellie were warm and welcoming to our early morning (8am Crystal Kayaking Excursion). Mariellen helped us get into & out of our kayaks and Cheli did most of the narrating. Cheli’s a very intelligent and informaRead more”
Night kayak in Fajardo through mangroves to Laguna Grande, where plankton glow. 2 hours, gear and snacks included.
“Super fun! We kayaked out to the ocean and looked at the bioluminescence and constellations and different animals in the water. had a great time”
Kayak Laguna Grande in Fajardo at night for Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent glow, with safety gear, snacks, and tarp viewing.
“Our family had a great experience. We wouldn't recommend if at least one oerson in the two-person pair for the kayak doesn't have any experience. Also, if you have an odd number, someone in the group will get paired with someone you don't know. Worked out great for our group but can imagine it might…”
Paddle through Fajardo’s mangroves at dusk and watch Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bay light up Laguna Grande from the water.
“Absolutely awesome. Quiet and relaxing tour where you get to see bioluminescence and constellations. Lovely and friendly guides, even provided some snacks after. Super worth it for our big group.”
Paddle the early Condado Lagoon in a clear glass-bottom kayak, spot manatees and pelicans, and enjoy a guided 1-hour nature tour for $59.
“Super fun and relaxing being on the water this morning, great tour guides! Definitely book this for your trip.”
Paddle Mosquito Bay at night in a small group from Vieques. Clear-bottom kayaks, guide-led navigation, and glowing water you can feel.
“We came very close to canceling when we read a bad review and got a disclaimer last minute absolving them of any injury occurred on the trip. Luckily, our waiter at bananas assured us it was worth it and was totally safe. We met our eneRead more”
Hike El Yunque’s muddy rivers and waterfalls, then kayak Laguna Grande at night for a chance to see bioluminescent plankton glow.
“El Yunque was an incredible experience! The bioluminescent bay was cool, but honestly could’ve been skipped.”
Nighttime kayak through Vieques BioBay’s glowing water. Gear, coaching, and a real overnight Vieques stop for a magic, low-cost adventure.
“This was overall a good experience and I had fun. They do pick you up and take you and a fan on a bumpy roads, but all the side roads in Vieques are bumpy and have holes. Manage your expectation with the ride there. The guide is knowledgeable and was very informative. Overall a great…”
Paddle through mangroves at night in Fajardo, then watch Laguna Grande glow from bioluminescent plankton as your guide manages the dark.
“We had such a great time! It is so cool kayaking in the dark- seeing the stars. We had pretty great visibility in the water, they have a moment where they put you under a tarp to see the lights even brighter in the water and it’s pretty magical. The crew was so awesome &…”
Paddle a clear kayak through Vieques Mosquito Bay at night and watch bioluminescence light up under your strokes for a small-group tour.
“Great experience, I would bring a camera over a go pro i think the pics were better. Also no need for flashlights or black lights. The guide was very knowledgeable.”
