Grand Cayman: Stingray City, Snorkeling & 7 Mile Beach Tour

You'll hold squid in your hand while stingrays glide past your fingers

You'll feed stingrays by hand, snorkel a coral reef, see starfish in shallow water, and finish on 7 Mile Beach, all in one morning. Snorkel gear, drinks, and shuttle pickup are included. The boat runs daily with space for families and young children, and you're back in time for lunch or a ship departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Stingray City35m
2. Starfish Point25m
3. Governor’s Beach35m

Explore Stingray City and Beaches

• Visit Stingray City and interact
• Snorkel at Coral Gardens
• Discover Starfish Point
• Relax at 7 Mile Beach

The experience

The stingrays at Stingray City don't hide. They come straight toward you in water so clear you can see the sand ripple under their wings, and your guide hands you squid to feed them with. It's the kind of moment that feels impossible until it's happening: your hand underwater, the ray's mouth opening, the whole thing over in a second but somehow the thing you'll describe to people for years.

After Stingray City, the tour moves to Starfish Point, where the water is so shallow you can walk out and find starfish resting on the bottom like they're waiting for you. Then comes Coral Gardens, where the snorkeling actually starts. You're floating above reefs thick with fish and coral, the kind of color saturation that doesn't photograph right because it looks fake. Snorkel gear is included, and the boat crew hands out bottled water and soda between stops so you're not getting dehydrated in the sun. The final stop is 7 Mile Beach, which is exactly what it sounds like: a long stretch of white sand where you can swim, walk, or just sit and let the morning dissolve.

The whole thing runs four stops in one tour, and shuttle service picks you up from the George Town Cruise Ship Port or from 7 Mile Beach resorts, which saves you the hassle of arranging transport or timing it yourself. Kids under 3 ride free, and the boat has an air-conditioned cabin if you need a break from the sun. Life vests are provided, and the pace is built for families. Nothing rushed, nothing that requires serious fitness or experience.

What’s included

Your day includes shuttle pickup from George Town Cruise Ship Port or 7 Mile Beach resorts, entry to all four stops (Stingray City, Starfish Point, Coral Gardens, and 7 Mile Beach), snorkel equipment and life vests, squid to feed the stingrays, bottled water and soda onboard, and an air-conditioned boat cabin. Kids under 3 ride free.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 12:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 18 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Cayman Stingray Charter

Is this one for you?Book this if you're docked at the cruise port or staying near 7 Mile Beach and want the main Grand Cayman water stops in one morning without arranging your own boat, snorkel gear, or timing: the shuttle and fixed itinerary handle all of it.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour start and how long does it take?

The tour operates daily with shuttle service from the cruise port and resorts. Specific start times depend on your pickup location. Confirm when you book.

Is snorkel gear really included?

Yes. Snorkel equipment, life vests, and bottled water are all included. Bring sunscreen and a towel.

Can I bring my toddler?

Yes. Children under 3 ride free, and infants can sit on an adult's lap. The boat has space for strollers and prams.

Do I need swimming experience to snorkel at Coral Gardens?

No. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. The guide will show you how to use the gear, and you can stay in shallow water if you prefer.

What if I'm on a cruise ship? Will the tour get me back in time?

Yes. The shuttle picks up from the George Town Cruise Ship Port and is timed to work with typical cruise schedules. Confirm your ship's departure time when booking.

Can I feed the stingrays myself?

Yes. Your guide provides squid, and you feed the stingrays by hand in the water at Stingray City.

Is the boat air-conditioned?

The boat has an air-conditioned cabin where you can rest between stops if needed.

What should I bring?

Sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes. Water and snacks are provided onboard.