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Grand Cayman Stingray City, Barrier Reef & Coral Gardens Snorkel
- Duration3h 30m
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Audio Guides
Overview
A morning on Grand Cayman’s North Sound takes you from the shallow waters of Stingray City to two very different snorkeling experiences beneath the Caribbean.
Begin at the famous Stingray City sandbar, where the water is typically no deeper than five feet and southern stingrays glide through the clear water in their natural habitat.
Then put on your mask and fins and head beneath the surface. Unlike tours that include a single reef stop, this experience gives you time to snorkel at both the Barrier Reef and Coral Gardens, with approximately 30 minutes at each location to explore coral formations, tropical fish, and other marine life.
From standing on a shallow Caribbean sandbar to snorkeling two of Grand Cayman’s best-known reef environments, the scenery keeps changing throughout the morning. Whether you’re visiting for the day on a cruise or staying on the island, it’s a great way to experience the North Sound both above and below the water.
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What's included
Coral Gardens snorkeling
Stingray City Marine Park entrance fee
Water and fruit punch
Roundtrip Transportation from Cruise Port and Seven Mile Beach hotels
Certified captain and crew
Barrier Reef snorkeling
Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest
What's Not included
Gratuities
Food, towels and sunscreen
Souvenirs and Photo packages
Hotel transfers outside participating Seven Mile Beach accommodations
Itinerary
Start your adventure with complimentary transportation from participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area. Cruise ship guests meet at the Waterfront Centre in George Town, conveniently located just a short walk from the cruise terminal.nnFrom there, continue to the marina and board your boat for the ride across Grand Caymanu2019s North Sound. At Stingray City, step into the calm, shallow waters of the famous sandbar, typically no deeper than five feet (1.5 meters). Spend approximately 40 minutes in the water observing southern stingrays up close in their natural habitat while your crew shares more about these remarkable marine animals.nnTravel time from your pickup location, the marina, and across the North Sound is included in this portion of the itinerary.
Continue across the North Sound to the Barrier Reef for the first of two dedicated snorkeling stops.nnSpend approximately 30 minutes snorkeling among coral formations, tropical fish, and other marine life while exploring one of Grand Caymanu2019s natural reef environments. Snorkeling equipment is provided for your time in the water.nnNavigation between Stingray City, the Barrier Reef, and Coral Gardens is included in the listed duration.
Your final stop takes you to Coral Gardens for another approximately 30 minutes of snorkeling in clear Caribbean waters. Explore a different section of Grand Caymanu2019s underwater landscape, with coral formations and opportunities to spot colorful tropical marine life.nnAfter your snorkeling experience, board the boat for the journey back to the marina, followed by return transportation to the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal or participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area.nnTotal duration: approximately 3 hours 30 minutes, including transportation and navigation between stops.
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
No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Grand Cayman at all
Flotation devices for children under age 3 are not available
IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
From cruise terminals, walk LEFT for 2-8 minutes depending on which terminal your ship tenders to, until you see the Waterfront Centre building, a 2-story yellow building with a blue roof. We are on the ground floor near the south end of the building. For check-ins at the Cayman Falls office, it is opposite the Westin Hotel on Seven Mile Beach.
Travel time is included in the total tour duration
Complimentary transportation is available from participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area.
Guests staying outside the participating Seven Mile Beach pickup area can conveniently meet us at the Cayman Falls office, across from The Westin.
Guests must provide their hotel or cruise ship details at the time of booking. If no pickup information is provided, the default meeting point will be the Cayman Falls office, across from The Westin.
Cruise Guests: Round-trip transportation is available from the Waterfront Centre meeting point in George Town, a short walk from the cruise terminal. Detailed meeting instructions will be provided with your confirmation.
Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Glass containers are not permitted for safety.
Guests should be comfortable swimming in open water to participate in the Barrier Reef and Coral Gardens snorkeling portions of the tour.
This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the weather and come prepared for the dayu2019s conditions.
The itinerary may be modified if weather or sea conditions require it for safe navigation.
What to Bring: Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes if desired.
Wildlife: Please observe marine life responsibly and follow your crewu2019s instructions throughout the experience.
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.