More and more tourists prefer to spend their holidays on the shores of sunny Jamaica . Here, under the rhythms of reggae, you can swim on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, enjoy the beauty of pristine forests or walk around noisy cities. Having correctly planned a trip to Jamaica and choosing interesting excursions , you can definitely enjoy a cognitive and fascinating journey.
For example, one of the popular attractions of the island is the Luminous Lagoon (Luminous Lagoon). Almost all the tourists come here, who chose Jamaica as a place for recreation .
What is interesting about the luminous lagoon?
So, this reservoir is famous not so much for its size (although it belongs to the largest similar natural pools), but rather by extraordinary special effects. In the dark, you can see the fantastic neon green-blue illumination of the lake. This glows local plankton. This spectacle is inimitable and has very few competitors in the world.
In the salty waters of the luminous lagoon you can swim - it's absolutely inexpressible sensations that you will remember for life! To be in warm water, which surrounds you with its glow from all sides - what could be more unusual than such bathing?
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And you can recharge energy after a similar pastime at the Glistening Waters Restaurant and Marina, which is located on the coast.
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Why does the water glow?
In the lagoon, where the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the rivers of Martha Bray are mixed, the smallest protozoa are inhabited. These are bioluminescent dinoflagellates, which are popularly called nocturnal.
However, keep in mind: the water does not always shine, but only when the lagoon is restless. It can be during excitement at sea or simply when someone is swimming and playing in the water. The luminescent reaction begins only when it comes into contact with a moving object, and then the plankton begins to emit a weak glow, which in the night seems brighter and more impressive. By themselves, these microorganisms do not phosphoresce.
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Excursion to the Luminous Lagoon
You can visit the magical lagoon either independently or by ordering an excursion. The latter option is preferable if you do not want to think about how to get to the place and on what to go back. Book a short tour at one of the tour desks, which are available in all tourist resorts of the island.
A trip to the lagoon is usually organized at night, when the glow is seen best. The main mode of transport is boats. Tour can be supplemented with a romantic dinner on the beach with an exclusive menu, which usually consists of seafood. The cost of the trip with dinner is about $ 100. for one person.
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How to get to the glowing lagoon?
Currently, Jamaica is a country in which for citizens of Russia and some other CIS countries there is a visa-free regime for up to 30 days. That is why problems with choosing a tour operator for a trip to Jamaica should not be.
It should be remembered that there are no direct flights to Jamaica from the CIS countries, so you will have to make a transfer in Frankfurt or London. If you plan to fly by plane British Airways through the British capital, then you need to issue a transit visa. In other respects, the journey to Jamaica, as well as trips within the country, take place without much difficulty.
You can get to the lagoon by taxi or rent a car, moving east of Falmouth . Also, it can be done as part of an organized excursion, as described above.