St. Augustine Nights of Lights & Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Holiday lights above. Nature’s glow below.

Make your Nights of Lights visit an adventure on the water. Join BK Adventure for a two-hour evening kayak tour combining waterfront views of St. Augustine’s holiday lights with the natural wonder of glowing comb jellies.

Paddle with your partner, bring the family, and discover a different side of the holiday celebration. Your guides help you find comb jellies in the water and catch them for a close-up look at their bioluminescence. It’s holiday sightseeing with something extraordinary to discover along the way.

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Tour Details

• Price: From $75 per person
• Duration: Approximately 2 hours
• Season: November 21, 2026–January 18, 2027
• Departures: Multiple evening time slots; check the booking calendar for your date
• Meeting Point: Vilano Boat Ramp, St. Augustine, Florida
• Ages: 8 and older
• Kayaks: Two-person tandem kayaks
• Included: Kayak, paddle, life jacket, and guides

Experience Nights of Lights from the Water

Add a new perspective to your St. Augustine holiday visit. From your kayak, enjoy waterfront views of the city’s seasonal lights while spending an evening outdoors with the people you came to celebrate with.

This is an active, guided sightseeing experience: you paddle, take in the holiday scenery, and explore for naturally glowing marine life. For couples, it’s an adventurous holiday date. For families, it’s a chance to make the evening about both Christmas lights and discovery.

Get a Close-Up Look at Glowing Comb Jellies

The city’s decorations are only part of the attraction. Bioluminescent comb jellies bring a different kind of light to your evening on the water.

Your guides help you search for these small marine animals and assist guests in catching them for a closer look. Seeing their natural glow up close gives you something to experience together, ask questions about, and remember after the holiday lights come down.

The bioluminescence portion focuses on the glow of individual comb jellies seen up close. Sightings and brightness vary with natural conditions.

Why Choose This Nights of Lights Kayak Tour?

• Two highlights in one evening: Waterfront holiday-light views and bioluminescent comb jellies on the same guided tour.
• An experience you take part in: Paddle and explore, with guides helping you discover comb jellies up close.
• A memorable holiday date or family outing: Share the sightseeing and discovery with your favorite people.
• Equipment included: Your kayak, paddle, and life jacket are provided.
• A departure that fits your visit: Choose an available evening time in the booking calendar.

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Plan Your Evening

Meet your guides at Vilano Boat Ramp in St. Augustine. Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure, and follow the directions in your confirmation email. Allow extra travel time for holiday traffic and parking.

Wear comfortable, quick-drying clothing and water shoes or secure footwear suitable for kayaking. Bring water and insect repellent, and dress for the evening forecast. A layer suitable for cool weather can make your holiday paddle more comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nights of Lights & Bioluminescence Kayak Tour?

It’s a two-hour guided evening kayak tour in St. Augustine combining waterfront views of Nights of Lights with a search for glowing comb jellies. Guides help guests find and catch the comb jellies for a close-up look.

When does the tour run?

The tour runs throughout the 2026–2027 Nights of Lights season, from November 21, 2026, through January 18, 2027. Evening departure times vary throughout the season. Check the booking calendar for available times on your date.

Is this tour suitable for families?

The tour welcomes guests ages 8 and older. Two-person tandem kayaks let you share the paddling experience. Guests should be comfortable participating in a two-hour outdoor kayaking activity. Contact BK Adventure before booking if you have questions about suitability for your family.

What will the bioluminescence look like?

The featured bioluminescence comes from comb jellies that naturally produce light. Guides help you find them and get a closer look at their glow. Their presence and brightness vary, so sightings and a particular level of glow cannot be guaranteed.

Where do we meet, and what is included?

Meet at Vilano Boat Ramp in St. Augustine. Your kayak, paddle, life jacket, and guides are included. Check your confirmation email for departure details and arrival instructions.

What are the kayak weight limits?

Tandem kayaks have a combined weight limit of 550 pounds, with neither paddler weighing more than 275 pounds. Contact BK Adventure before booking if you need help with seating arrangements or are booking an odd-numbered party.

What happens if the weather changes?

Light rain does not automatically cancel a tour. Conditions that affect safety may require a delay, postponement, or cancellation. Check your booking contact information for updates and review BK Adventure’s Cancellation and Refund Policy before booking.

Make This Year’s Nights of Lights Visit an Adventure

Bring your partner or family for an evening of holiday views, paddling, and glowing comb-jelly discoveries. Explore St. Augustine from the water with BK Adventure.

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Questions about your group? Call 407-519-8711.