Mystic Lagoon Guided Boat Ride and Swim
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Mystic Lagoon Guided Boat Ride and Swim
By Holiday Services
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Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 100 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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Highlights
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Nighttime boat cruise
- Rum beverage
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We do pick up from private homes and villas if its close to the main hotel areas and roads otherwise we will arrange a place to meet you. Please send us your hotel name for pickup.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infants must sit on laps
- Pushchair accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3316P60- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- Please note: time spent at the lagoon is approximately 30 minutes
- Please Note: your must provide your hotel details to the local provider
- Remember to bring a swimsuit and towel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3316P60
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- JocelynB6720 contributionsBernard was great!Bernard was super friendly and welcoming. He answered all of our questions and told us facts about Jamaica. We got to the hotel quickly and safely!Written 21 March 2025
- MissouriCandi0 contributionsHad a great time. Fun crew and Rick’s is great a fun place to stop. The cliff to jump was a highlight.Had a great time. Rick’s is a great stop good and music. We had our 21 year old daughters w us. The experience was great for all. The cliff jump was a highlight for all.Written 19 March 2025
- Ben S0 contributionsRolando was Great!Rolando Waite was so nice and told us all about the fun things to do here and about the Jamaican heritage. He’s a safe driver too!Written 17 March 2025
- ksjman19810 contributionsRound trip for airportOur trip to the hotel with the first driver was a bit rough. And vehicle was older. However the trip to return to the airport with Rolando was great. Smooth ride and vehicle was perfect!Written 17 March 2025
- Gill8820140 contributionsHoliday Services taxi transport - great experienceReally great service both from and to the airport by the taxi service from Holiday Services. Rolando arrived at our hotel at the exact time scheduled with a clean, air conditioned vehicle. He was a big help with our cases and friendly. Would definitely recommend this service.Written 16 March 2025
- X6364PTbeths0 contributionsAndrew is the best!!!!Andrew was the best driver in the world!! Safe, professional, and hilarious. Would recommend always. Thank you Andrew for making our trip specialWritten 16 March 2025
- Pioneer654018239880 contributionsGreat TripWe booked this trip from Princess Resort. Thought it would be very overpriced since it was booked from a resort but I thought it was a ok price. The transportation was comfortable. Do understand as a tourist in Jamaica they will try to get you to buy regardless but it’s up to you. But I liked that it was forced. They took you to a souvenir shop first and also the prices weren’t bad.Then you got to relax on NegrilBeach. Nice beach no seaweed, soft sand. We then went on the catamaran which was well organized and had an open unlimited bar and great music. Sailed to Rick’s Cafe, which was great. Stayed for 1 hour or so. Sailed back later to Negril Beach, then transferred back to the hotel. The whole thing is definitely a complete day, took 7-8 hours. Great time. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was because they said would have food as well on the catamaran but only some chips and also the bus driver was suggesting we tip him. Those was the only two things. Apart from that. This trip is highly recommended.Written 14 March 2025
- shawnd390 contributionsDunn Falls and Bob Marley houseWe had a great family day. Richard was our driver. He was on time and very helpful, and was sightful. We recommend him if you can get him. Both attractions are must-see. Take the time to exploreWritten 13 March 2025
- jenniferlS5698IQ0 contributionsClub mobayIt’s a must have. Believe me it’s worth it. I was amazed at how packed the airport was. But club mobay came to the rescue. Don’t travel to Jamaica without booking club mobay.Written 11 March 2025
- N8924VXnicolec0 contributionsAirport shuttle serviceHad a beautiful trip to Jamaica with friends and took a shuttle service back to the airport. Andre made sure we had a perfect ride, thank you!Written 10 March 2025
- A9378DDkevinf0 contributionsUse these guysAndre was a fantastic drive and we arrived quick and safely. Great guy, great experience.we arrived earlier than I expected and the car was fantastic!Written 8 March 2025
- jemkel0 contributionsFast friendly and comfortableAndre provided exceptional two way transportation from MBJ to Negril in his Toyota crown luxury car, Very timely, personable and comfortable.Written 8 March 2025
- Kristen C0 contributionsRequest Micheal Daley!!Michael was a great driver and host! He made sure we were taken care of at all times! He introduced us to all of the spots we passed on our drive to Negril. Micheal is a great conversationalist. If you get him know you are in great hands!!Written 7 March 2025
- sharenatrip0 contributionsIf you get Michael.. You're in luck!Michael was a great driver and tour operator. Informative, fun, and made our travel day pleasurable. We felt very safe and taken of.Written 7 March 2025
- Voyager541143326290 contributionsMust do when visiting Negril.Great experience! Initially I thought the duration would be long but it was adequate and well paced for the activities included. This is a great way to pull in and out of Rick's Cafe if you're not staying near the area. All of the staff were on point, the music was good, and docking with the sunset views is the perfect way to end.Written 7 March 2025
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Natalie A
14 contributions
Apr 2022
Once we discovered that these glowing waters only existed in 3-4 places around the world, this tour was a must addition to our week long trip.
We had a private van that took us to Falmouth, which was a bit of a drive from our resort in Lucea. Make sure to plan for this if you aren't close.
Our driver kindly suggested a pit stop for a bathroom break and a visit to a local tourist shop. This was clearly a gimmic to get us to spend some $ at this particular business, which turned out to be more expensive than even the airport gift shop. Still, I don't fault the driver at all. He got us there quickly and safely - drivers in Jamaica are wild!
When we arrived at the Mystic Lagoon location, which appears to be a restaurant with a private dock, it was a bit chaotic. We received colored wrist bands to determine our loading time which we only realized over an hour later when they started calling us to our boats. The wait time was LONG and we never got our free "rum punch," though I was pretty sick of them by then anyway. This was clearly a means to get people to buy at their bar. We had eaten before so we were all just bored waiting until it finally grew dark. Having some kind of informational presentation or entertainment before the boat ride would have been appreciated during this long wait with over 100 other people just milling around.
Once we finally go onto a boat, our guide explained why the lagoon glows and some local history. Be prepared, this is not a super scientific informational tour. It was good enough for the lay person though. We spun about in the boat for a while to see the effects in the water caused by the motor, then we anchored and were offered the opportunity to swim in the waters. I think most people were hesitant but I was the first one off the boat. After swimming a few laps around to show them the glowing effects, most people finally joined in, including my family. They had a photographer on the boat taking pictures that you could purchase after. It is difficult to capture night shots that really illustrate the glowing effect of the dinoflagellates. My daughter, however, was able to capture some shots that were even better than the professional photographer with her iPhone.
After the night swim there was a fire dancing/eating performance at the restaurant but by then we were so tired, we only stayed for a short time before having our driver take us back to the resort.
We had a private van that took us to Falmouth, which was a bit of a drive from our resort in Lucea. Make sure to plan for this if you aren't close.
Our driver kindly suggested a pit stop for a bathroom break and a visit to a local tourist shop. This was clearly a gimmic to get us to spend some $ at this particular business, which turned out to be more expensive than even the airport gift shop. Still, I don't fault the driver at all. He got us there quickly and safely - drivers in Jamaica are wild!
When we arrived at the Mystic Lagoon location, which appears to be a restaurant with a private dock, it was a bit chaotic. We received colored wrist bands to determine our loading time which we only realized over an hour later when they started calling us to our boats. The wait time was LONG and we never got our free "rum punch," though I was pretty sick of them by then anyway. This was clearly a means to get people to buy at their bar. We had eaten before so we were all just bored waiting until it finally grew dark. Having some kind of informational presentation or entertainment before the boat ride would have been appreciated during this long wait with over 100 other people just milling around.
Once we finally go onto a boat, our guide explained why the lagoon glows and some local history. Be prepared, this is not a super scientific informational tour. It was good enough for the lay person though. We spun about in the boat for a while to see the effects in the water caused by the motor, then we anchored and were offered the opportunity to swim in the waters. I think most people were hesitant but I was the first one off the boat. After swimming a few laps around to show them the glowing effects, most people finally joined in, including my family. They had a photographer on the boat taking pictures that you could purchase after. It is difficult to capture night shots that really illustrate the glowing effect of the dinoflagellates. My daughter, however, was able to capture some shots that were even better than the professional photographer with her iPhone.
After the night swim there was a fire dancing/eating performance at the restaurant but by then we were so tired, we only stayed for a short time before having our driver take us back to the resort.
Written 18 April 2022
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Cent S
3 contributions
Dec 2021
Be careful on booking through Jamaica tours, me and my husband were sitting out front waiting on our driver or tour bus, At this point we had been on 4 other excursions that week, but this particular Jamaican tour, the bus driver left us. We saw the tour bus sitting out front, but they called out a different name, so we assume that the bus wasn't there for us, so they left. We waited and waited, and we weren't picked up. I contacted Trip advisor or avitar, and they would not give us a refund, they stated that the driver didn't see us. So who's fault is that? They have my number and they could have text me, but they didn't even try to contact us or even asked and looked for our name on the list, how is it that I didn't get a refund, Not fair
Written 9 December 2021
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Island Girl
Allentown, PA1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Couples
My husband and I had a fabulous tour with Dane to luminous lagoon. Unfortunately, we didn’t “glow” due to the rain they had days earlier, but we still enjoyed our tour. However, it was a very romantic boat ride out into the lagoon, with just a few other passengers aboard.
Driving to Luminous, Dane pointed out various points of interest to us and suggested restaurants for us since we were interested in leaving our resort for dinner. He educated us on local history also.
I would recommend Holiday Services and Dane to friends for any future trips.
Driving to Luminous, Dane pointed out various points of interest to us and suggested restaurants for us since we were interested in leaving our resort for dinner. He educated us on local history also.
I would recommend Holiday Services and Dane to friends for any future trips.
Written 4 March 2020
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We are so pleased that Dane exceeded expectations.
Written 6 March 2020
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Written 13 October 2019
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