Once you’re picked up from your hotel for the Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour, you’ll be greeted with a private, comfortable ride—no other parties will be joining you. During the 20-35 min drive, your guide will share interesting facts and point out notable sites along the way, making the journey enjoyable. When you arrive, you’ll have a brief wait as we allow nightfall to fully set in, as the lagoon’s unique glow is best experienced in the dark. Then, your captain will set sail, and you’ll be able to enjoy the magical experience of the glowing waters.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
5:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18–64)
$87
Senior (ages 65+)
$80
Youth (ages 13–17)
$80
Child (ages 4–12)
$60
Infant (ages 1–3)
$27
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Luminous Lagoon From MontegoBa 2 hours
Up to 30 person can book: Pickup time will be set after you book this tour.
A minimum of two person per booking.
5Star Service @ a 3Star Price: Pickup time will be set after you book this tour
Duration: 2 hours
Welcome Drink
Pickup in hotel lobby: Pickup time will be set after you book this tour
Comfortable Air condition van
Pickup included
Itinerary
A heartbeat of Jamaica - Discover Falmouth
Admission included45 min
Upon pickup from your hotel, an expert tour guide will first take the group straight to the Luminous Lagoon. While commuting to the lagoon, your guide will describe the sights along the way. Upon arrival to the lagoon, you'll be served a welcome drink before boarding the boat for a 45-minute tour on the water where you can swim and take pictures if you wish. Once you get back to shore, you'll be able to grab a bite at a local restaurant (additional cost) before getting back in the van to return to your hotel. Just 30 minutes east of Montego Bay, there is a little bay near Falmouth that is unbelievably eye-catching and a must-see with this after dark tour. As you swim into the lagoon, you will be amazed to see how the water literally lights up. This unusual occurrence in a body of water only occurs in four places in the world. This location in Jamaica is the brightest and most illuminating of all the other locations worldwide. Scientists and marine biologists from John Hopkins University have come to study it and now visitors from all over the world travel to Falmouth to see this natural phenomenon.
What's included
Included
Entry Fee
Driver/guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
Food and drinks is available to purchase
Gratuities
DVD (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase Bring Cash)
Pickup Locations & Times
pickup time 6pm to 7pm.
We pick up at all hotels in Montegobay.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
70 reviews
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How it compares in Montego Bay
Starting price $87 is 18% above the typical $74 for tours of similar length in Montego Bay
Excurgo comparison of 3,232 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of two persons per booking.
Available from all Hotels and Ship port in MontegoBay and Falmouth
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour take?
Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour lasts about 45 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour cost?
Prices start at $87 per person for this Montego Bay experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM.
How much does Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $60, adults from $87.
Can I cancel Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. pickup time 6pm to 7pm.
We pick up at all hotels in Montegobay. Pickup points include Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica - Adults Only - All Inclusive, Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay All Inclusive.
What languages is Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Luminous Lagoon After Dark Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 70 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Down To Earth Tours LLC.
Reviews(70)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Marquef_D
June 4, 2025 · via Viator
Loved it
We ended up being the only two people on our tour so it was like we had our own private VIP experience
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words and for leaving us a five-star review — it truly means a lot to our small family business! We sincerely appreciate your understanding, especially with the scheduling error on our end. Making it a private VIP experience was the least we could do to make it right, and we’re so glad it turned out to be a great day for you both.
We hope to welcome you again in the future for another Down To Earth adventure. One love and safe travels! 🇯🇲💛
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168safiam
March 27, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Submerged in starry waters
My friends and I booked this tour during a girl's trip to Jamaica. Our guide, Krishanne ("Chrissy"), was so warm and lovely! She gave us some really good tips and set our expectations well. The sand at the bottom of the lagoon is a little squishy and you may feel your legs sink in till mid-calf. It is definitely an unsettling sensation, but I am glad that Chrissy told us what to expect. The water was warm and beautiful and the boat operator took some incredible pictures by shining the flash on just our faces so the actual bioluminescence was captured well. I highly recommend this tour and our Guide.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! It was such a pleasure guiding you and your friends on this amazing experience. I’m so happy to hear that my tips helped set your expectations and made the tour more enjoyable. The lagoon truly is a magical place, and I’m glad you embraced every part of it—even the squishy sand!
Your kind words and recommendation mean so much to me. I love sharing these special moments with wonderful guests like you. Hope to see you again for another adventure in Jamaica!
One love
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Lana_H
January 21, 2025 · via Viator
Super cool natural event
Driver was great . Meet at an alternative pick up spot as the app needs to update the maps as the hotel we picked initially was not even open and was in rough area of town . The tour it self was amazing . Bring swimming shoes as the bottom of the water is quite gross feeling . Well worth the experience . Driver was the best part at the end he made a personal restaurant recommendation which was local and amazing
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Luminous Lagoon tour and appreciated the incredible experience it offers. We apologize for the initial confusion with the pickup location, since we’re not staying at a permanent hotel, The website does not give an option to pick up elsewhere so we had to Create one via email as we did but anyway I’m happy. We did find you guys. Great tip about the swimming shoes—they’re definitely helpful! It’s wonderful to hear your driver went above and beyond with a fantastic local restaurant recommendation. We hope to see you again for another memorable adventure!
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ashleyy5379853216
January 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Lagoon tour
The lagoon was amazing! Absolutely awe inspiring. And out of all the tours we’ve done on this trip Hosan was the best! Found us when we got lost trying to meet him, very personable and even gave us an extra town tour when we were running early. Best part was he recommended and dropped us off (instead of our airbnb) at this amazing local restaurant we would have never found if not for him.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience! I am delighted you enjoyed the Luminous Lagoon and had such a memorable time. It’s wonderful to hear that I went above and beyond to make your tour special. I am hoping to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
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pattifogelberg
January 1, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Fun trip to Luminous Lagoon
Experience was fantastic, but what really made it special was the transport there and back. Our driver was safe, incredibly knowledgeable about Jamaica and was so interesting and fun to talk to!
Operator response
Thank y’all for the shout out you guys rock you guys have a wonderful stay here on my beautiful island and I will see y’all next year. Same time same place.
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rabiao686
December 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience and great driver! Highly recommend!
Great experience! The lagoon was really active, and the lights were very bright.
The driver was also great! She was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area.
We loved it!
Operator response
Thank you all for the nice review. I try my end of a daily basis even though some persons don’t appreciate it but a review like yours is what keeps me going on a daily basis thank y’all so much.
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D1677KRdanielleb
December 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Unique
Unique experience and easy transport to and from hotel. Highly recommend. Definitely bring your swimwear so you can enjoy the experience fully!
Operator response
I am so happy you guys had a great time and the water actually glowed tonight. Thanks again for using our service and we’re looking forward to working with you guys in the near future..
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V8745HQjaker
December 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Luminous Lagoon Tour with Khrissy!
Amazing tour to the luminous lagoon with Khrissy!! We didn’t know what to expect because December isn’t necessarily the best season to go but the lagoon was absolutely amazing and everything was very timely and Khrissy uses a boat that doesn’t have too many people! We only had about 10 people on the tour. 10/10 experience!
Operator response
To be honest, I had doubt as I explained at the outset of our conversation that the water would glow since the weather has been on and off for the last couple days, but I am so happy that you guys had an unforgettable experience. Your review will help potential customers to book us and also help us to keep busy.
Thanks again fir the support
Yah Mon!
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Trip10511801901
August 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Luminous lagoon
The luminous lagoon was good we got to see the water turn blue. A couple of people actually got in the water it was just pretty and amazing
Operator response
Thank you for your whole hearted review. I am sure it will help potential customer to make the right choice when booking .
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OneofaKind-48
August 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Luminous lagoon was a great experience and our tour guide Hosan really knows how to treat his customers. Loved it 😍
We truly enjoyed going to the Luminous Lagoon to see something that we haven’t before. Our experience was a great one. Truly enjoyed it.
Operator response
At first, I was not sure if you guys would love it, but I am grateful that you guys had a great time. Much love and respect.
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