Kayaking Rockport: Glowing Kayak on Little Bay

Paddle under the stars in a lit kayak and watch the underwater world glow beneath you.

Glowing kayak activity in Rockport on Little Bay for ages 18+, where you paddle a tandem clear kayak with LED lights in seven colors, guided through shallow waters and oyster reefs at night. The tour runs about 75 minutes and includes the lit kayak, paddle, life jacket, flashlight and emergency whistle. A live guide points out local wildlife and landmarks as you go.

The experience

Rockport's Little Bay becomes a different place after dark. You and a partner climb into a tandem clear kayak outfitted with an LED light system that lets you pick from seven colors and settings: your own vibe, as the operator puts it. The lights turn the water beneath you into a lens. Small fish of assorted species move through the shallows, and shrimp sometimes jump aboard, drawn by the glow. Your guide navigates the southwest end of Little Bay, starting in shallow water and moving north along Highway 35 toward the manmade oyster reefs that dot the bay.

The route takes you past the reefs where stone crabs settle, and on the return you may paddle over the top of some of them. Your guide points out landmarks and shares the history and facts about the area as you paddle. The whole outing runs about 75 minutes. You'll have a paddle with a lanyard, a USCG life jacket, a flashlight and an emergency whistle. The kayak comes with its own flare kit. No bug sprays are allowed on the water.

What’s included

• The glowing kayak with LED lights in seven colors.
• paddle with lanyard.
• USCG life jacket.
• flashlight.
• emergency whistle.
• USCG flare kit.
• and a live guide in English who shares wildlife and local history as you paddle.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDepartures at 20:00 and 22:30Last departure this season: 28 Nov

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Demanding physical levelNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by GlowRow

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a night activity that feels unlike typical kayaking: the lights and clear hull turn the underwater world into the main event, and the shallow oyster reef route keeps the paddling manageable for anyone with decent fitness who wants to see what's below rather than just paddle across the surface.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do I see in the water with the LED lights on?

The lights illuminate small fish of various species in the shallows and attract shrimp, which sometimes jump into the kayak. As you paddle over the manmade oyster reefs, you can spot stone crabs that inhabit the area. The clear kayak hull lets you watch the underwater world directly beneath you.

Is this a private kayak or do I share it with someone?

All kayaks are tandem, so you paddle with one other person. The price is per person, not per kayak, and the combined weight limit for two people is 400 pounds.

How long does the Rockport glow kayak tour actually take?

The tour runs about 75 minutes on Little Bay, starting in the shallows and moving north toward the oyster reefs, then returning along the same route.

What's included in the kayak rental?

The glowing kayak comes with LED lights, a USCG flare kit, a paddle with lanyard, a USCG life jacket, a flashlight and an emergency whistle. Your guide is included and speaks English.

Are there any restrictions I should know about before booking?

The activity is 18+ only. Individual weight limit is 250 pounds per person. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, and you should have a high level of physical fitness. No bug sprays are allowed on the water.