About

Mission

Fun, Safe, Memorable Experiences

At Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours, our mission is to deliver a fun, safe, and memorable experience for every guest. We are committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and quality in all our tours. Our passion extends beyond just providing an unforgettable adventure; we are deeply concerned about the environment and actively implement laws to protect it. We strive to be recognized not only for our exceptional tours but also for our dedication to environmental conservation.

Meet Our Team

Our Dedicated Team

Michael & Nilsa

President and Office Administrator of Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours LLC. owners and founders are a husband and wife team that for the last 28 years have worked together pushing daily to bring a professional, quality standard to our guests and clients, working toward our goal of a “Fun, Safe, and Memorable Experience every time!” Pushing to become known for our concern for the environment and implementation of laws that will help protect it.

Michael S. Grasso Jr. President & CEO, he is a key player on the Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours team, his ability to develop, create and bring to life all points of field operations is his passion! Creating and building all Bio Bay tours from the paper to legal operating adventures, he has earned the nickname of “Drill Sergeant” for his unwillingness to overlook the smallest of details. Nilsa Montanez our Secretary and Treasurer and the heart of the business is the office administrator. She oversees all office related matters and keeps the day to day operations in line along with one of the most important tasks of keeping bookings and reservations organized and timely.

At the end of the day, our most important asset is our guests and that we have met our promise to give them a “Fun, Safe, Memorable Experience every time!” We are proud to promote Puerto Rico and its natural and cultural wonders! As the owners we are but only a small part of the Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours team, our guides are the true front line of our tours.

Patricia M. Grasso Montañez

Greetings, my name is Patricia M. Grasso Montañez, PRBBT Administrative Assistant. I am a twenty two year old university student aiming for a bachelors degree in marketing and business administration. I was born and raised in Puerto Rico by Michael and Nilsa my parents and the company owners. I am proud to be a part of my family’s business that is dedicated to sharing the wonders of our beautiful island with all of its lovely visitors. I hope to be of good service and make your experience the best possible.

Luis Sanchez

My name is Luis Adan Sanchez . I have been part of the team since 2000 in which I have developed a passion for nature and showing Puerto Rico beautiful natural resources. At the present I work as tour guide and operation manager, guiding guests to Laguna Grande and explaining all the awesome natural aspects that’s co exist in the same area.

When I’m not enjoying with guests in Laguna Grande, my love for nature extends to one of my favorite hobbies which are surfing, motorcycle, horses, agriculture and I also enjoy playing sports.

Héctor Báez Sanjurjo

My name is Héctor Báez Sanjurjo. I have been part of the team since 2007 in which I have developed a passion for nature and showing guests Puerto Rico’s beautiful natural resources. At the present I work as Lead Guide, guiding guests into and out of Laguna Grande and explaining all the awesome natural aspects that’s co exist in the same area. When I’m not enjoying with guests in Laguna Grande, my love for nature extends to one of my favorite hobby which is surfing. I also enjoy playing sports, music and meeting new people.

Gustavo Quiñones

My name is Gustavo Quiñones, I am one of the lead guides for Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours. My hobbies include, Music, mediation, martial arts training and learning about different concepts. I am passionate about teaching and about Nature and I love that I can do both!

Jorge Candelaria

My name is Jorge Candelaria and I have been a part of Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours guide team for about 20 years, I love to travel and learn about history. My hobby is to do internal tourism, the best thing I like about my job is that I can show people our beautiful island, its natural resources and share my knowledge with them!

Hanell Aka Poseidon

My names it’s Hanell Aka : Poseidon , I was born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico on 18 of July 1989. I’m a nature lover, animal lover, in the end I’m happiness Lover…favorite foods are Italian, Japanese and the one I enjoy most is criollo that means my Puerto Rican food! I hope you visit my island, Puerto Rico, you’re going to love it’s magic.

Ojhani

My name is Ojhani and I am 19 years old, I am a barber in the town of Luquillo, Puerto Rico wich is my hometown. I studied cosmetology (stylist), my favorite hobbie is surfing , and going all over the island discovering new surfing spots with my friends. At the moment my goal is to grow my clients list and keep saving money so I can invest in a new business.

José F. Palacios

My name is José F. Palacios. I have been part of the Bio Bay team since 2021. At the present I work as roamer, making sure our guests stay safe and make into and out of Laguna Grande and showing the beauties of nature.

When I’m not in the water, I teach music in a High School. I also sing and play guitar in different places on the island.

I invite all our visitors to enjoy the hidden beauties of Puerto Rico with responsibility and respect. Bless!

Jean Morales

My name is Jean Morales, I’ve been a touristic guide for the Puerto Rico Bio Bay tours crew since late 2024. I am a nature and sport enthusiast, I’m privileged to be part of the Bio Bay tours crew, as we all strive to give our best to our guests and to enjoy everything that Laguna Grande has to offer!

Yahir Cruz

My name is Yahir Cruz and I’m 20 years old. I have been a guide for Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours for the last 6 months. My hobbies are really simple I love to hear a lot of music and they come basically to three genres, pop, techno and little bit of reguetón, my other hobby/job is on my free time, I’m a full time barber, I really do like meeting people all day long it just make my day more entertaining. What I love most about this job, is meeting people all the time it just my personality. I like to talk a lot, so talking with different people all the time doesn’t bother me at all. So that’s me, I hope you have fun with me and my other coworkers.

Tours guides

Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours guides welcome you to Puerto Rico and your Bioluminescent Lagoon Kayak Adventure. Come join us for a night you’ll never forget!

Story

Passion for Adventure and Nature

Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours was founded by a dynamic husband and wife team, Michael S. Grasso Jr. and Nilsa Montanez, who have dedicated the last 28 years to crafting unique and exhilarating experiences for their guests. Michael, known as the 'Drill Sergeant' for his meticulous attention to detail, has been instrumental in developing and executing all aspects of the Bio Bay tours. Nilsa, the heart of the business, ensures that every operation runs smoothly. Together, they have built a company that not only offers thrilling adventures but also prioritizes environmental stewardship. Choosing Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours means choosing a company that cares deeply about both its guests and the natural wonders it showcases.

Why choose us?

Discover Our Unique Bio Bay Kayak Tours

You may be wondering what makes our tours so special. We have decades of experience bringing guests into Laguna Grande to see and learn about its annual bioluminescence and the special environment that allows the glowing waters to happen year round. As the Original Outfitter operating since 1997, our guides are driven to share their local knowledge and passion via interpretation and education of Puerto Rico’s history, culture, flora and fauna with each of our guests.

We pack in high quality equipment, setup our tour site nightly, receive our guests with service and safety as our top priority, guide them into and throughout Laguna Grande via fully guided night kayaking tours, striving to deliver our promise of a fun, safe, memorable, experience every time. Then, at the end of every night, packing out all we packed in leaving no trace of our operation on this beautiful ecosystem. Our tours are available for all skill levels from six years and older, so you can bring the entire family along on this unforgettable adventure.

Fun

What could be more exciting than taking the whole family on a kayak adventure under the night sky in Puerto Rico? Our Bioluminescent Bay trips into the waters of Laguna Grande are an experience you'll never forget, because it is one of the few places in the world where you can experience the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence. Leave it to our experienced guides to ensure everyone in your small group has a blast!

Family-Friendly

Children six years and older, accompanied by an adult are welcome on our tours located in the town of Fajardo, on the main island of Puerto Rico. You don't have to worry about finding someone to watch your little one as you paddle out under a star filled sky. They will love seeing the water light up mysteriously as you paddle into and around Laguna Grande our bioluminescent lagoon. If your visit to Puerto Rico happens during a full moon phase, join us under the moonlight and see the things that would normally be missed on the darkest nights, even though the glowing waters are best seen during the darkest nights the experience can still be magical as the moon light dances on the water.

Once In A Lifetime

How often can you say you've seen something like bioluminescence? There are only five annual bio bays in the world and Puerto Rico has three of the five, two bays and one lagoon, so guests truly have a once-in-a-lifetime experience when taking part in our kayak adventure tours during an island vacation. Discover the magical qualities of these illuminating organisms as you glide through the peaceful waters after sunset.

Location

Discover Fajardo's Natural Beauty Puerto Rico's Bioluminescent Bays

Located in the enchanting town of Fajardo, Puerto Rico Bio Bay Tours offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore one of nature's most stunning phenomena—bioluminescent bays. Our tours take you through the Reserva Natural Cabezas de San Juan, where you can witness the magical glow of the water under the night sky. This unique location is not only a gateway to adventure but also a testament to the natural beauty and ecological importance of Puerto Rico's coastal regions.

Frequently asked questions

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