Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels
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Is Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels worth booking?
Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels is a 3-hour experience in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, from $65 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Enjoy a night out with family or friends and experience the Luminous Lagoon (Glistening Waters) natural phenomenon in Falmouth, Jamaica. Take a boat ride/swim for about 40 mins. at night to see the amazing phosphorescenc
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a night out with family or friends and experience the Luminous Lagoon (Glistening Waters) natural phenomenon in Falmouth, Jamaica. Take a boat ride/swim for about 40 mins. at night to see the amazing phosphorescence water offshore this Luminous Lagoon that will surely excite you, splash or swim in the water and see your entire body glow in the dark.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in air condition vehicle
- Complimentary fruit or rum punch
- Life jacket
- Driver/guide
- A MINIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE PER BOOKING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR
- Entrance Fees/Tickets
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Luminous Lagoon Martha Brea River SUP
Take a boat ride at night to see the amazing phosphorescence water offshore this luminous lagoon that will surely excite you; take a swim and see your entire body glow in the dark.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Luminous Lagoon From Ocho Rios
Take a boat ride at night to see the amazing phosphorescence water offshore this luminous lagoon that will surely excite you; take a swim and see your entire body glow in the dark. Pickup included
From Runaway Bay Hotels
The Glistening Waters in Falmouth is family friendly evening excursion that will have you in "awe" of its natural amazing glow once you splash or swim in the water. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Jacques Tours Jamaica
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 3 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for child aged 2 and under
- Things to bring: swim wear, water shoes, towels and insect repellant.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Rip off!
It was okay, but it most definitely doesn’t look anything like the pictures unless going full speed on the boat.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thanks for your feedback, I'm very disheartened that your expectations weren't met with the glowing experience at the Luminous Lagoon. Keep in mind the Luminous Lagoon on some nights it can glow brighter than others. It's just unfortunate that the night you did the tour it didn't glow as bright as the pictures that was displayed. With that said, we charge a reasonable price for the tour and transfer, we never try to RIP OFF any of our clients and thanks to you for giving us the opportunity to show you some of Jamaica. Best regards, Jacques Vassel
via Tripadvisor
WORST TOUR EVER - WASTE OF TIME & MONEY- BULLIES
First & Foremost: NO WHERE IN THE TOUR DESCRIPTION did it say NO personal cameras, phones or photography - NOWHERE. This forced us to buy their "PROFESSIONAL" photography of my family in a dark sticky lagoon. I assumed that buying their PROFESSIONAL pictures would at least give the illusion that the water did in fact "GLOW" - It didn't. Also, We were late to the tour. We were put on the wrong boat (a private boat with only my family of 3 and one HUGE scary looking man).. within 15 minutes the driver came running back explaining that he was sorry because he had put us on the wrong boat for this tour. Because of this, we arrived late to the correct tour, causing us to run to the boat and miss our drinks and fun that we paid for. I have also noticed that these con-artists delete their tour and re-post new tours, I am assuming because they rip off so many people that they would rather have NO REVIEWS than BAD reviews. I will try to attach what was included in my TWICE paid for "PROFESSIONAL" photography. This excursion wasted an entire night of our Jamaica trip. Sad thing is that we tipped the hosts very well, NOT KNOWING what a waste of time and money this tour would be after seeing our nonexistent "memories". This tour is unacceptable and the hosts are bullies.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you for your time invested to share a review about your tour experience you had with us on September 28, 2019. Its appreciated as your feedback is important to us. Let me first apologize for the blunder the driver/guide (new employee) made on taking you to the wrong location, due to the fact that we have a tracking device on that vehicle, i saw that the driver was at the wrong location, i called him to let him know that he was at the wrong location, the driver was on the boat with your family, so you stating that the driver came running back after 15 mins. is NOT factual. Keep in mind the Boat tour at the Lagoon takes approximately 30 to 45 mins. to be completed. The correct tour location operates from 6:30pm through to 9:30pm of which is 2 minutes drive from the wrong location, so you could have never been late for your tour. Even if you didn't get on the first boats that leave out, you would go on the second trip when those boats return. The complimentary drinks are offered before and after the boat trip, you stated that you didn't get any, the driver was the one who disposed of the plastic cups after you finished your complimentary drinks and he boarded the boat with your family. If you do a thorough search you will see in fact that there are other reviews on TripAdvisor for the said tour. Our business is tour organiser and transportation services, we DO NOT provide photography services. However, I do understand you paid for your photos and you were not satisfied with them, but I'm appalled because based on my knowledge of the photography services you have to look at the images that they take of your family and choose the ones you like for them to upload before you purchase them, so how did you pay for images you weren't pleased with in the first place? Just to clarify we HAVE NEVER tried to con, defraud or scam any of our present or past clients, I can see that your expectations were not met with the overall tour experience, and you posted a negative feedback and falsely fabricated most of your story just because you wanted a full refund for a tour that you and your family did completed. Thank you again for giving us the opportunity for hosting your Luminous Lagoon tour experience, despite we did not exceed your expectation we hope that these experiences do not deter you from giving us another opportunity in the future to create a more tremendous tour experience than that of your last with us. Warmest regards, Jacques Vassel
via Viator
Excellent tour company!
I hired Jacques tours based on other positive reviews and I was not disappointed! Jaques was very prompt when responding to my emails. Jervis was our driver and he was fantastic! He made our trip a memorable one. Thank you Jervis!
via Tripadvisor
Once in a lifetime experience
First of all, Jacques and Charlotte are wonderful. They tolž us about all the different towns and landmarks we drove by, introduced us to some popular local music, and had our entrance fees and whatnot all covered. They took such great care of us that we booked them to take us to Blue Hole afterward! The actual experience is one you'll never forget. I completely understand why people ever believed in magic--I felt like a god with the glistening water falling off my skin. We tried to take a couple of photos, but weren't able to really capture anything, which definitely added to the experience knowing that it would be fleeting. Definitely book this through Jacques Tours!
via Tripadvisor
Your smile glows along with the water....
Lots of fun and spell bounding as you swim with ancient dinoflagellates. Pro Tip: Bring a plastic bottle so as you swim you can capture some to bring back to the hotel. Turn off the lights and shake them up. Take the lid off the bottle and place in the sun for another night of fun...
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $75
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Runaway Bay.
How much does Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Runaway Bay usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Runaway Bay is not rushed.
Is Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Runaway Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Runaway Bay can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Runaway Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Luminous Lagoon Glistening Water Tour From Ocho Rios And Runaway Bay Hotels start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Runaway Bay within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Runaway Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Runaway Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jungle River Tubing and Beach Adventure with Transportation, Private Sightseeing Tour in and Around Ocho Rios, Blue Hole and Bamboo Rafting Ocho Rios. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Runaway Bay?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Runaway Bay?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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