Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling

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Stingray City adventure in Grand Cayman. Leading attractions in Grand Cayman. Tour also includes reef snorkeling and Starfish Point. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Feeding stingrays and birds in the Cayman Islands - Stingray City tours — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Our exclusive tour will transport you to three of the most remarkable and unforgettable locations in the Cayman Islands. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Starfish Point, Coral Garden, and Stingray City. An expert team from the Cayman Islands guides the 3.5-hour experience.

The excursion offers complimentary transportation to and from George Town port or Seven Mile Beach resorts. The activities available include snorkeling, feeding stingrays, and beverages. The initial destination on this exhilarating expedition is Coral Gardens, an underwater location with a depth ranging from 8 to 10 feet. For safety reasons, it is important for all participants of the snorkel trip to wear life jackets during the snorkel stop.

Stingray City is the most prominent and extended stop on the tour. At Stingray City, visitors get the opportunity to feed stingrays while they elegantly glide across a sandbar.

Starfish Point is the last stop on the tour, which is perfect for all ages.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–29
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Stingray City Cayman Islands

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–79 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Sheltered vessel
Included: Departs from main cruise ship terminal (Royal Watler Terminal)
Included: Sightseeing Tour
Included: Restroom
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: Professional guides
Included: Sodas and Water
Included: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Central George Town and Seven Mile Beach

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Stingray City

45 min

STINGRAY CITY - This is one of the top attractions within the Cayman Islands. With some of the largest southern stingrays in the Caribbean, Stingray City is a must when visiting the Cayman Islands.

On this three stop tour, you will have the opportunity to swim among some of the largest stingrays and most colorful reefs surrounding the Cayman Islands. In Stingray City the crystal clear water does not exceed five feet; the highlight of the excursion is the picture taking moment. With the assistance of boat crew, visitors will have the chance to pose near stingrays for the perfect picture, a moment not to be missed.
Starfish Point

20 min

STARFISH POINT - During the final stop of Starfish Snorkel, guests can relax in shallow water and view various species of starfish with friends and family for a great photo opportunity. Starfish snorkeling is the highlight of the tour for many, especially for visitors with young kids.
Stop 3

25 min

CORAL GARDENS - Visitors will be able to witness a wide range of marine organisms and discover a vast array of colorful coral formations when they visit Coral Gardens. Furthermore, there have been instances in which turtles and stingrays have been observed spending time at this location. Despite the fact that the water depth in this particular spot can fluctuate anywhere from eight to twelve feet, it is exceptionally clear, clean and stunning.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

If you prefer to drive, we will meet at the Safe Haven Marina, under the second cabana on the right.

Look for the Stingray City Cayman Islands sign.
Stingray City Cayman Islands representatives will be on hand at the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal, under a white tent near the back exits adjacent to the Tortuga Store

If you arrive at the North or South terminal, ask a security guard for directions to the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal.

End point

If you prefer to drive, we will meet at the Safe Haven Marina, under the second cabana on the right.

Look for the Stingray City Cayman Islands sign.
Stingray City Cayman Islands representatives will be on hand at the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal, under a white tent near the back exits adjacent to the Tortuga Store

If you arrive at the North or South terminal, ask a security guard for directions to the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal.

Pickup points

Silver Sands
The Residences at Seafire
The Grand Caymanian Resort
Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
Palm Heights
The Locale Hotel Grand Cayman
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa

and 34 more pickup points

IMPORTANT

Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the ship's full name.

Visitors being picked up at the resort must provide the entire name of the resort.

We provide FREE shuttle service from/to resorts, condos, AirBnB, and the Royal Watler Cruise Ship Terminal. We are stationed to the rear of the Royal Watler Terminal, prior to entering the public area.

Cruise ship passengers are picked up at Royal Watler Terminal, while hotel/condo guests are picked up in the resort lobby on Seven Mile Beach and West Bay.

If you are driving to our location, we are located at the Safe Haven Marina, second cabana on the right. Most resorts and condos on Seven Mile Beach are seven minutes away from our departure station. Please state in the location section 'Driving to location' if you plan to drive to us.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Your local service provider is Stingray City Cayman Islands

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please book the earliest tour to your arrival time to ensure you are returned to your ship prior to boarding time.
To ensure the quality of your photographs, we kindly request that you either bring a waterproof camera or let our professional photographer to capture those memorable moments.