Stingray City and Starfish Point tour

Touch stingrays in their own habitat, then snorkel among starfish

You board a private boat, wade into shallow water to encounter stingrays up close at Stingray City, then snorkel among starfish at Starfish Point. Snorkeling equipment, water and snacks are included, and you can customize stops and special requests to fit your group's pace and preferences.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Stingray City and Starfish Point

• Boat to Stingray City
• See and snorkel with stingrays
• Boat to Starfish Point
• Snorkel and relax on beach

The Experience

The stingrays at Stingray City in Grand Cayman's North Sound don't hide — they glide straight toward you in water so shallow you can stand. You'll wade in and feel them brush past your legs, smooth and unhurried, while the crew watches to make sure you're steady. It's not what you'd expect from an animal most people avoid, and it changes how you think about them in about thirty seconds.

After Stingray City, the boat heads to Starfish Point on the north side of the island, where the snorkeling picks up where the rays left off. The water here is clear enough that you spot the starfish on the sand before you're even fully in — reds, oranges, purples scattered across the bottom like someone dropped them there on purpose. You get snorkeling gear included, bottled water, and snacks while you're out, so you're not managing hunger or thirst between stops. The crew handles the timing and the route; you just show up and let them take it from there.

What makes this different from the crowded group boats is that it's your private tour — you can ask to linger longer at one spot, skip ahead to the other, or request food and drinks beyond what's standard (those cost extra, but at least the option is there). The boat stays clean and the crew stays with you the whole time, from pickup to drop-off. You're not waiting for other groups or sticking to someone else's schedule.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or port pickup, a private boat to Stingray City and Starfish Point, snorkeling equipment for both stops, bottled water, and snacks throughout the tour. You can request special food and drinks at an extra cost, and customize your stops and timing to suit your group.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Blue Ocean Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to swim with stingrays and snorkel starfish without coordinating transport, gear rental, or timing yourself — the private boat and included equipment mean you show up and the crew handles the rest.

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Top questions

Can you touch the stingrays at Stingray City?

Yes. The stingrays roam free in the shallow sandbars and often approach visitors. You'll wade in and can interact with them directly.

What's included in the tour?

Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, and snacks. Special food and drink requests are available at an extra cost.

Is this a private boat or a group tour?

It's a private boat tour, so you can customize the itinerary and stops to fit your group's needs.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No prior experience is required. Equipment is provided and the crew will guide you through both stops.

Is there a pickup service?

Yes, the tour includes pickup and drop-off as part of the service.

Can infants go on the tour?

Infants are allowed but must sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride.