Grand Cayman Stingray City, Starfish Point & Reef Snorkeling
Description
Spend your morning exploring Grand Cayman’s waters at three incredible marine settings — from the famous sandbar at Stingray City to a Caribbean reef and the shallows of Starfish Point. Step into the warm, waist-deep water at Stingray City, where southern stingrays glide around you. Stand on the sandy bottom surrounded by open sea as these graceful animals move through the clear water just a few feet away. Then cruise to Coral Gardens or the Barrier Reef, with your captain choosing the best spot for the day’s conditions. Snorkel above coral formations as tropical fish move through the reef around you. Finish at Starfish Point, where the pace slows in calm, shallow water. Wade along the sandy bottom looking for starfish in their natural environment and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before heading back to your hotel or cruise ship with a morning full of Cayman memories to take with you.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start your Cayman adventure with a convenient meeting option based on where you’re staying. Cruise guests meet at Waterfront Centre, just a few blocks from the cruise terminal, while guests staying on the island can meet at Cayman Falls Shopping Plaza, across from The Westin. Complimentary pickup is also available from hotels along the Seven Mile Beach corridor. From there, head to the dock and cruise across Grand Cayman’s beautiful North Sound to Stingray City Sandbar, one of the island’s most iconic experiences. Step into the shallow, crystal-clear Caribbean waters and come face-to-face with the famous southern stingrays in their natural environment. Spend approximately 40 minutes at the sandbar, with time to enjoy the water, interact with the stingrays, and capture some incredible photos before continuing your adventure toward the reef.
Discover the beauty of Starfish Point, a peaceful Caribbean setting where shallow, crystal-clear waters give you the chance to see Grand Cayman’s famous starfish in their natural environment. Spend approximately 40 minutes enjoying the warm water, getting an up-close look at the starfish, and capturing incredible photos surrounded by the beautiful Cayman scenery. Take in the relaxed atmosphere before boarding the boat again and continuing your adventure.
Dive into Grand Cayman’s crystal-clear Caribbean waters for approximately 40 minutes of reef snorkeling, surrounded by colorful tropical fish and beautiful coral formations. Depending on the day’s sea and weather conditions, your captain will select Coral Gardens or the Barrier Reef to offer the best snorkeling experience available that day. Enjoy time exploring beneath the surface before climbing back aboard for the scenic boat ride to the dock. From there, return transportation is provided to your original meeting point or hotel pickup location. The complete boat experience lasts approximately 3 hours, dock to dock.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel Pickup: Complimentary shuttle service is available from participating resorts, condos, and Airbnbs within the Seven Mile Beach corridor. Provide the full name of your accommodation at the time of booking. Your exact pickup time and instructions will be provided after booking. Cruise Ship Guests: Meet at the Waterfront Centre, just a couple of blocks from the George Town Cruise Terminal. Please provide your full cruise ship name and docking time at the time of booking. Your exact meeting time and instructions will be provided after booking. Hotels Outside the Seven Mile Beach Corridor: Your meeting point will be Cayman Falls Plaza, across from The Westin Hotel. If you did not provide your accommodation details at the time of booking, your meeting point will be Cayman Falls Plaza, across from The Westin Hotel. Please arrive at your assigned pickup location or meeting point at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
Important Information
- 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 pregnant travelers
- 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! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Grand Cayman at all
- 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
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- Meeting Point & Pick-Up: Please provide your cruise ship name or hotel information at the time of booking so we can arrange the correct meeting or pick-up location. Hotel pick-up is available only within the Seven Mile Beach area. If cruise ship or hotel information is not provided at the time of booking, the standard meeting point will be Cayman Falls Plaza.
- Wildlife: Stingrays, starfish, tropical fish, and other marine life are observed in their natural environment. Wildlife sightings and quantities may vary and cannot be guaranteed.
- Weather & Water Conditions: The itinerary, snorkeling location, or water activities may be modified or canceled due to weather, sea conditions, or instructions from local authorities to ensure guest safety.
- What to Bring: Bring a swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and comfortable clothing. A change of clothes is also recommended.
