Bioluminescence Plankton and Sunset

Witness Cartagena’s Magical Glow-in-the-Dark Waters

Join us for an unforgettable Plankton Bioluminescence Tour, where the ocean comes to life under the night sky. As you move through the water, millions of tiny plankton emit a magical blue-green glow, creating a fairy-tale-like experience. This natural phenomenon, best seen in the calm waters near Cartagena, offers a perfect blend of science, wonder, and pure magic.

Route

A El LaguitoB BocagrandeC Barú

Pick-up from 1:00 pm at hotels and Airbnbs in the tourist areas of Bocagrande, Laguito, Castillogrande, Marbella, Cabrero, Crespo, and Morros, or at the meeting point at the clock tower in the historic center at 1:30 am. Trip approximately one hour, arriving at Baru Island via a bridge built 15 years ago. Upon arrival, you'll reach the beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Baru Island. At Baru they gonna take you on a boat to quiet beach to watch the sunset and wait for it to get dark to go by boat to the area where the activity will take place.