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Grand Cayman Stingray City, Barrier Reef & Coral Gardens Snorkel

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Caribbean Cruise Tours
Grand Cayman Stingray City, Barrier Reef & Coral Gardens Snorkel

About this activity

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.

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

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Food, towels and sunscreen
  • ✕Souvenirs and Photo packages
  • ✕Hotel transfers outside participating Seven Mile Beach accommodations

Meeting and pickup

  • THIS MEETING POINT IS FOR ON ISLAND GUESTS ONLY Your tour will depart from our office located in Cayman Falls Plaza, across from the Westin Hotel. Please be here 30 minutes before your trip time. Hotel pick up is offered within the 7 Mile Beach corridor area. Please provide hotel full name.
  • THIS MEETING POINT IS FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS ONLY Your tour will depart just a few steps away from George Town Cruise Port at the Waterfront Centre Check In Office. Please plan to meet 30 minutes before your tour. IMPORTANT Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the ship's full name.

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 adult’s 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 day’s 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 crew’s 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.

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