4-Stop Ultimate Grand Cayman Stingray City, Seven Mile Beach Tour

4.5 (6 reviews)4 h 30 minGrand CaymanAdventureWildlife & natureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 12:31 pm, 2 h 29 min before the last tender. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 29 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (45 min, tender)Safety margin (1 h 30 min)All aboard 3:30 pm
  1. 7:00 am
    Ship anchors in Grand Cayman45 min to get a tender and reach the pier
  2. 7:45 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 7:53 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 4 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 9:22 am.
  4. 12:23 pm
    Tour ends8 min back to the pier
  5. 12:31 pm
    Back at the tender pier2 h 29 min before the last tender
  6. 3:30 pm
    All aboardLast tender usually leaves about 3:00 pm

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Grand Cayman call (7:00 am–3:30 pm). It runs 4 h 30 min; ashore by 7:45 am, you can start by 7:53 am and be back at the gangway around 12:31 pm — 1 h 29 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 2:01 pm or later. On a short call (ship leaving by 2:00 pm) skip it or ask for the first departure.

The meeting point is at the cruise pier or a short walk from it — the operator's own directions are written from Royal Watler Cruise Terminal. We allow 8 min to walk off and find them; usually no taxi and no transfer eating into your day.

Among the 218 Grand Cayman shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 3 h 30 min); 90% of them fit a typical call. Grand Cayman is a tender port: we add 45 minutes to get ashore and keep you back 30 minutes before all aboard for the last tender.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Grand Cayman call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Check boxes off your bucket-list. See the stingrays, snorkel the Caribbean waters surrounded by tropical fish and maybe surprise visits from other marine life, and check out bright and beautiful starfish all while relaxing in shallow waters along a sandy beach at starfish point. After the marine adventure, unwind at Seven Mile Beach, boasting white sand and turquoise waters perfect for relaxation. Enjoy convenient shuttle service from the Royal Watler cruise terminal as this tour is ideal for families, couples, and solo travellers seeking a meaningful connection with nature.

Max 50 per group English

What's included

  • Included is complimentary bottled water, fruit punch, sodas and life vests.

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Grand Cayman
    First, we will leave the Marina and head out into the North Sound on a 30-minute trip to our 1st stop the Coral Garden/Barrier Reef. Once arrived, we will gear you up with a mask, snorkel and fins if requested and then you can get in the refreshing water to view the tropical fish, stingrays and amazing Coral.
    50 min
  2. 2
    Stingray City
    After boarding the boat, we will head towards our next stop which is about 10 minutes away. Grand Cayman's famous Stingray City Sandbar is definitely something to check off your bucket list. Climb down onto the sandbar surrounded by dozens of beautiful and majestic stingrays.
    50 minAdmission included
  3. 3
    Starfish Point
    After we leave stingray city we will head towards our 3rd stop which is about 12 minutes away. You will walk around the beautiful Caribbean waters and admire the amazing orange starfish, take pictures, and relax on the beach. Once we board the boat one last time we will head back to the Marina a 30-minute boat ride.
    30 minAdmission included
  4. 4
    Seven Mile Beach
    The last stop at Seven Mile Beach - Relax on the powdery white sands and cool off in the crystal-clear water of this world-famous beautiful beach. Enjoy the breathtaking surroundings while soaking up the sun in paradise. This tour includes return to port transportation for guests arriving by cruise ship. The beach tour includes public restroom, changing rooms and showers. If hunger strikes, you may purchase some tasty snacks or lunch from the beachside vendors at your own cost. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are available to rent at your own cost. Bring your own towels, sunscreen and anything else you may want to have with you.
    1 h

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
When arriving by cruise ship for the 9:00am tour please meet at the attached sign with our company name for 8:30am to check-in for preparation for transportation at 8:45am. The sign location is at the big white tent on the left at the Royal Watler terminal once you arrive by tender boat.
When arriving by cruise ship for the 9:00am tour please meet at the attached sign with our company name for 8:30am to check-in for preparation for transportation at 8:45am. The sign location is at the big white tent on the left at the Royal Watler terminal once you arrive by tender boat.
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 45 min to tender ashore first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Operated by Acquarius Sea Tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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