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Bioluminescence Tour in Hopkins

Bioluminescence Tour in Hopkins

If you're visiting Hopkins, Belize and are looking for a unique and unforgettable experience, be sure to book a bioluminescence tour. It's a night time adventure you won't forget.

Bioluminescence Tour

Hopkins, Belize is a small coastal village that offers a unique and exciting experience for nature lovers – a bioluminescence tour!

 

Bioluminescence refers to the ability of certain organisms to emit light, and the tour takes visitors on a boat ride through the mangrove channels at Ian Anderson Lagoon near Hopkins. As the boat glides through the dark waters, the passengers will be amazed by the bright blue-green light emitted by the microorganisms that live in the mangroves.

The tour starts in the evening, when the 

light from the setting sun fades and the bioluminescence comes to life. The boat will take you through the mangroves, where you'll see the glowing water and the trees that are illuminated by the light.

 

During the tour, a knowledgeable guide will provide information about the science behind bioluminescence and the unique ecosystem of the mangroves. You'll learn about the different types of organisms that emit light, such as dinoflagellates and fireflies, and how they use this ability to survive in the wild.

 

One of the highlights of the tour is the opportunity to jump into the glowing water and swim among the bioluminescent organisms. It's a truly magical experience that you'll never forget.

Ready to book your tour?

This tour is seasonal: January – May.

Tour Pricing 

  • 2 PAX: $75 USD Per Person

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  • 3 PAX & More : $55 USD Per Person

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  • R/T Transportation to departure site $7.50 USD per person

What's included on the Tour?

Professional tour guide

What to bring?

Towels, Camera, Snacks, Insect repellant, and Water.

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Dress: Short or long pants and comfortable 

Tour Duration:

Departs: 6:00 pm
Returns: 8
:00 pm


Intensity: Easy

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