Tour de Dindin’s Biobay Tours-CLEAR BOTTOM KAYAKS en Mosquito Bay

Our family had a wonderful time on our kayak tour. We met up in a parking lot and they drove us to the kayak location. Our guide explained everything and took us out to the middle of the bay where we were able to paddle around and see the magical glow. Highly recommend!

We were very excited about this tour, we have booked many experiences on Viator and always go by the reviews. Leading up to this experience, there wasn’t a lot of communication but we followed the directions on the ticket for the meetup location. Upon arrival, it was very unclear where to go to meet this tour- there were no signs, no lights, and we actually ended up standing with the wrong group. Finally a white van pulled up with a sign and then we were able to find our driver. The driver brought us to Mosquito Bay where we met our guide. Unfortunately throughout the whole hour and a half, the guide never introduced himself or stated his name (which will be referenced again later on) but that was the first red flag. We were given life jackets and then taken down to the dock. The guide was in a massive rush and we were not even allowed to take photos prior to getting into the kayaks as he was telling us to hurry and get loaded. We had a group of 10 people and we launched, the guide did not give us a run down of the tour or the path nor did he really explain anything at all at this point. So we begin paddling. This night it was incredibly windy so we were getting blown all around and it was hard to stay as a group. Multiple times various people drifted off and there was no guidance or oversite from the guide to help them so we and others were assisting them. After 40 minutes of straight paddling, people began asking if we were going to stop at any point to allow a moment for photos/to be explained how the bioluminescence occurs, etc. the guide finally stopped and tied us off to a buoy. He did explain but so quietly that the majority of the group could not hear. Additionally we had asked what phone settings would be best to capture the effect and he advised to just turn on the night mode but no further assistance. While I understand this wasn’t a camera class, we’ve been on many other tours where the guides assist with that so the participants get the best photos possible as that’s a memory/keepsake they can have forever. Finally on the paddle back, 1 of the kayaks got separated from our group. They were having trouble with the current. We called out to the guide who was so far ahead of us and asked him to stop or slow down and possibly help them and he said we had everyone and needed to keep going- we did not have everyone, so again, we stopped and helped these people out. We ended up towing them in off our kayak. As we were unloading, another member of the group who was also traveling with others realized 2 members of his group had not gotten out of their kayaks yet and again the guide argued with him. Then another guide helped them get out and back to our group. All in all, the water and the experience itself was beautiful but this isn’t a tour group or company I’d book with again or ever recommend to anyone.

It was a nice experience we got to kayak for about an hour, got to see the beautiful water and the in general it was very nice

It was a big disappointment as it’s not the season for the Bio bay to light up. Din Din company guides couldn’t find any patches of bioluminescent but one other kayak company used a tarp to cover themselves so they can see some bioluminescent activity. Din Din kayak company should do the same as they didn’t have a tarp. Don’t waste your money. I should get a partial refund.

I went with DinDin’s BioBay Tours because of their pricing- lower than other competitors. I truly enjoyed the experience because it was only my family with the tour guide, Martinez. I was surprised that we were the only three with this 8:30PM tour. He was very knowledgeable about the bio bay. There was a very big group of about 25 people with a different company and tour guide ahead of us. Martinez patiently waited while the other group vacated the area of the bio bay where the flagellates are most bright. While we were waiting, Martinez pulled both of our bottomless kayaks towards his kayak and he started telling us about the microorganisms, flagellates, types of other living creatures in the water and the constellations (in both Spanish and English!) He was AMAZING!!!! He also took us near the mangroves and talked about all four types. After we splashed our oars around to see the blueish green glow around our oars and under our kayaks, we rowed back to shore. It was one of the most amazing experiences because of Martinez. We also were driven in a fully air-conditioned van to the biobay and back. It was a bumpy ride, but the van was as most comfortable as it could be. We were the only ones in the van for the tour. They drove us back to the meeting place right in front of our jeep! I would do it again with DinDin.

One of the most magical experiences I have had, it was a spectacular view, and it rained abit while we were kayaking, most beautiful night ever. That night will always be close to my heart. I have booked this trip very last minute, Dindin was super resourceful. He was very communicative and help with the transportation as well. As a Solo Traveler, I have never felt safer.

So much fun! Definitely try to plan for a dark night around or on the new moon for the best results! Once you get out into the bay the glow is beautiful and the tour guide really cares about the history and makes it a relaxing experience.

Martinez, Gabriel, and the shuttle drivers were great. Martinez was very knowledgeable and friendly. He offered to take pictures for the groups and made sure everyone stayed together. We went during the best moon phase and were happy with how well you could see the bioluminescence. Definitely a memorable experience. Gracias Martinez. Our son loved the glow in the dark rocks. We appreciate you and the work you do to make everyone smile on the tour! Thank you! 💙❤️

This is MUST do for your bucket list, experiencing not just a rare sight in nature, but the brightest bio bay on earth. It was gorgeous and magical to behold. The guide was very caring and entertaining giving stories and history along the way to contextualize this wonder. It was not physically challenging, a very peaceful experience. I will recommend this to everyone, and this company in particular.

I felt our experience with extremely amazing, and I was very pleased with the host. We had a great time and the host made sure that we saw the bioluminescent.