🚣 The Experience

• Start Time & Duration: Most tours begin early in the morning around 3:30 AM – 4:00 AM and last about 1 to 1.5 hours — including briefing, kayaking, and sometimes watching the sunrise.

• Location: Kayaking usually starts from Havelock Jetty and takes you into calm water channels, often through mangrove‑lined areas where bioluminescence is easier to spot.

• Equipment Provided: You’re given a kayak (solo or tandem), paddle, life jacket, torches, and safety gear.

• Guidance: Experienced guides lead the tour and help with kayaking techniques and safety.

✨ Best Time to See the Glow

• Months: The bioluminescence is most vivid during November to March when waters are calmer and plankton concentrations are higher.

• Moon Phase: Dark nights — especially around the new moon — make the glow more visible. Bright moonlight can reduce how strong the bioluminescent effect appears.

• Visibility: The glow isn’t like bright LED lights — it’s more like tiny sparkles beneath the surface when the water is disturbed.

🪩 What You’ll See & Do

• Paddle through calm, shallow water (often near mangroves).

• Watch the water light up with blue‑green sparkles with every paddle stroke.

• Enjoy a star‑filled night sky above and, on some tours, finish with sunrise views over the sea.

• Some tours include stargazing and quiet time to soak in nature’s ambiance.

🧍‍♂️ Who Can Do It?

• Most tours are suitable for beginners and non‑swimmers (with life jackets).

• Children may be allowed, often with adult supervision.

• No special kayaking skills are needed — brief training is provided.

💰 Cost & Booking Tips

• Typical pricing ranges from ₹2,500 to ₹3,500+ per person depending on operator and inclusions.

• Booking early is recommended, especially around new moon dates when demand is highest.

🧠 Tips for the Best Experience

• Minimize bright lights — flashlights or phone flashes can make it harder to see the glow.

• Go on clear, calm nights for the best visibility.

• Bring a waterproof bag for valuables.

• Sometimes visibility of the glow is subtle — more sparkles than a continuous glow — so expect a natural effect rather than bright lights