Bioluminescence is the light that is emitted by living organisms. You don’t only have to seek out the stars for a grand natural light display. Try out these top locations for fantastic bioluminescent light displays.
Mosquito Bay, Vieques, Puerto Rico
Experience one of the most otherworldly sights that you can on this planet: the underwater lights at Mosquito Bay. Gently paddle over the water in a wooden canoe and feel like you’re cruising through open space.
Jervis Bay, Australia
This spot is home to a strain of plankton that emit a strange glowing light when disturbed. Catch them in season and you will witness a sublime sight of luminescent waters of all shades of the rainbow.
Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California
Mysterious scenes emerge when the waves start breaking on this Californian beach. The movement of the waves makes the local Dinoflagellates light up, so that from the beach the horizon looks like a bright shimmering haze.
Punta Cocos Beach, Holbox Island, Mexico
At night this sandy beach is transformed into a miraculous sea of bright blue lights.
Preservation Bay, Tasmania
An uncanny blue light is often seen burning below the calm waters of Preservation Bay. This unnerving sight is caused by the large number of plankton in the area.
