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Grand Cayman Stingray City & Reef Snorkeling Tour
- Duration3h 30m
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAdventure Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
Experience two of Grand Cayman’s signature marine experiences without giving up the rest of your day. This shorter two-stop adventure combines the famous Stingray City sandbar with a dedicated reef snorkeling stop, making it a great fit whether you’re visiting by cruise or staying on the island.
Start at Stingray City, where you’ll step into clear Caribbean water typically no deeper than five feet (1.5 meters) and observe southern stingrays gliding through their natural habitat.
Then head to either the Barrier Reef or Coral Gardens for snorkeling among coral formations and tropical fish. Your captain chooses the location based on wind, waves, tides, and crowd levels, giving you the opportunity to visit the reef offering better conditions that day.
From standing in the shallow waters of Stingray City to snorkeling among colorful coral and tropical marine life, this compact adventure packs two of Grand Cayman’s signature ocean experiences into one memorable trip.
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What's included
Water and fruit punch
Certified captain and crew
Guided experience at Stingray City and reef snorkeling
Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest
Air-conditioned vehicle
Roundtrip transportation from cruise meeting point and Seven Mile Beach hotels
Marine Park entrance fee
What's Not included
Food, towels and sunscreen
Souvenirs and Photo packages
Gratuities
Transportation outside the Seven Mile Beach area
Itinerary
Start your two-stop adventure with transportation from participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area or from the designated cruise meeting point.nnWith a shorter itinerary, this tour combines Stingray City and reef snorkeling while leaving you more time to enjoy the rest of your day in Grand Cayman u2014 whether youu2019re visiting by cruise or staying on the island.nnContinue to the marina and board your boat for the approximately 30-minute ride across Grand Caymanu2019s North Sound.nnAt Stingray City, step into the clear, shallow waters of the famous sandbar, typically around waist-deep and no more than about five feet deep. Observe southern stingrays up close in their natural habitat while your crew guides your time in the water.nnThen return to the boat and continue across the North Sound for your snorkeling stop.
Continue to either the Barrier Reef or Coral Gardens for your snorkeling experience among coral formations, tropical fish, and other marine life.nnYour captain selects the snorkeling location based on the dayu2019s wind, waves, tides, and crowd levels, helping choose the site with better conditions for that day.nnPut on the provided snorkeling gear and explore the clear Caribbean water, with your crew nearby throughout your time at the reef.nnAfter snorkeling, enjoy the boat ride back across the North Sound, followed by return transportation to the cruise meeting point or participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area.
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Flotation devices for children under age 3 are not available
No Port, No Pay! Enjoy peace of mind with a full refund if your cruise ship does not dock in Grand Cayman.
Important: Cruise travelers must provide their shipu2019s name and docking time for a seamless experience.
Easy Directions: From the cruise terminal, walk left for 2-8 minutes until you reach the Waterfront Centreu2014a two-story yellow building with a blue roof. Weu2019re on the ground floor at the south end. For island guests, visit us at the Cayman Falls office, located opposite the Westin Hotel on Seven Mile Beach.
Pickup Information: Guests must provide the full name of their hotel, accommodation, or cruise ship at the time of booking to arrange transportation. If this information is not provided, the meeting point will be the Cayman Falls office, across from The Westin.
Hotel Pickup: Complimentary transportation is available from participating resorts, condos, and Airbnbs in the Seven Mile Beach area only.
Cruise Guests: Transportation is available from the designated cruise meeting point. Your exact meeting time and instructions will be provided after booking.
Arrival Time: Please be ready at least 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup or meeting time.
Reef Location: The snorkeling stop will be at either Barrier Reef or Coral Gardens. The captain selects the location based on wind, waves, tides, and crowd levels to provide the best suitable conditions that day.
Guests should be comfortable swimming in open water to safely participate in the reef snorkeling portion of the tour.
Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and any personal essentials you may need.
Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Glass containers are not permitted for safety reasons.
The tour operates rain or shine, including in light rain. The itinerary may be modified or the tour canceled if weather or marine conditions are unsuitable for safe navigation.
Marine Life: Wildlife sightings and behavior occur in a natural environment and cannot be guaranteed. Please follow the crewu2019s instructions while around marine life.
Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.