9 Snorkeling Tours in the Cayman Islands Worth Booking

1.Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,477 reviews · from $80Our pick

Spend about three hours with Captain Marvin’s Watersports, visiting Stingray City, Coral Gardens, and the Barrier Reef. Guides such as Astor, Jimmy, Joyce, and JJ help in the water, while supplied gear, hotel transfers, fruit juice, and water keep the outing simple.

“Great crew, only 18 people on our boat when most others we saw were 40-50. Boat ride was smooth despite choppy conditions. The sting rays were amazing!”

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2.Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 987 reviews · from $145

From Cayman Islands Yacht Club, you’ll take a 20-minute night boat ride to Bioluminescent Bay with crew such as Captain Mike, Alton, Sean, or Elton. Snorkeling is optional, but the glow is far stronger underwater. Equipment, water, and soda are included.

“Was an amazing experience, the crew is very nice and helpful. Is incredible see how the microorganisms make the bright colors in the water”

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3.Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · from $65Best value

Spend about 3.5 hours visiting Stingray City, Coral Gardens, and Starfish Point from George Town or Seven Mile Beach. Your crew provides transport, snorkel gear, life jackets, water, and sodas. Expect shallow water, friendly guidance, and close views of stingrays, reef fish, coral, and starfish.

“We had a great time. Boat was clean and the guys who led the excursion were so kind, funny, and knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend this experience to everyone.”

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4.Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 577 reviews · from $75

Join Captain Marvin’s crew for a 2-hour, 45-minute boat trip to Stingray City and one snorkel stop. Guides such as JJ, Jamie, Mitchell, and Joseph help you handle the stingrays safely, while an onboard photographer captures the moment. Hotel and cruise-port transfers are included.

“We didn't go. The trip got canceled. Why? Because the other guests were coming from a cruise 🛳 ship but the ship got canceled. Consequently I received a call 📞 that is was canceled 😞”

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5.Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 488 reviews

Charter a private boat for up to eight people with Cobalt Custom Charters. Captain Kyle, Marcel, Lars, Noah, and other local crew tailor the route to your group, from stingrays and reef snorkeling to Starfish Point, Rum Point, mangroves, or a nighttime Bio Bay cruise.

“Kyle and Andrew took us on a 3 hour tour including Stingray City, Starfish Point and Rum Point (green sea turtles). They were incredibly patient with our older generation who had some troubles getting off and on the boat. They both had so much local knowledge about the animals, habitats and culture of Cayman that made this was a truly wonderful learning excursion for all of us! Highly recommend these captains for your tour of Grand Cayman!”

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6.Private Half Day Stingray City, Snorkeling and Starfish Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 465 reviews

Spend 3.5 hours aboard a private Chaparral boat with guides such as Alex, Price, or Luke. Visit Stingray City, Coral Gardens, and Starfish Beach at your group’s pace, with hotel or cruise-port transfers, drinks, gear, food for the stingrays, and a restroom onboard.

“My family and I had an awesome time on our private boat exploring the 3 different locations. The stingrays were truly an unforgettable experience, being surrounded by so many. The starfish point has minimal starfish, but the beach area itself was beautiful. We highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see a spectacular part of the Cayman Islands.”

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7.Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens Snorkeling & Star Fish Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 384 reviews · from $65

From the Royal Watler Cruise Ship Terminal, you’ll ride to Coral Gardens, Stingray City, and Starfish Point with a friendly crew. Douglas and the boat captains provide gear, water, squid, safety guidance, and help with stingray photos.

“The experience was great from start to finish. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly, the boat ride was clean and smooth and the stingrays cooperated.😎 I would highly recommend this excursion.”

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8.4-Stop Stingray, Snorkel, Star Fish & 7 Mile Beach (Family Owned)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · from $85

Spend about four and a half hours with Rowan Watersports, visiting Stingray City, Starfish Point, and Coral Gardens or the Barrier Reef. You can expect shallow-water stingray encounters, beginner-friendly snorkeling, drinks, equipment, and pickup from Grand Cayman hotels or the cruise port.

“Great excursion with 3 stops. Wasn’t expecting starfish beach but that was a nice surprise! The crew was extremely helpful and reliable and made for a wonderful experience. The water was a little rough but overall it was a fantastic experience and great day in the Caymans.”

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9.Stingray City and Snorkel Tour With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 256 reviews · from $135

Join Captain Marvin’s Watersports for a five-hour cruise to Stingray City, Coral Gardens, and the Barrier Reef. You’ll use provided snorkel gear, hear live commentary, and finish with a buffet lunch. Crews such as Mitchell, Keith, Leo, and Bunson are known for calm instruction and attentive service.

“Seeing stingrays very up close and interacting with them was an amazing experience! The boat ride was fine but when the boat was standing still, it induced a lot of nausea and even vomiting, which was extremely uncomfortable. However, it was relatively short-lived.”

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