Private Stingray City and Snorkeling Half Day Charter for 6 Guest

5.0 (178 reviews)4 hGrand CaymanWildlife & natureSightseeingFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 12:25 pm, 2 h 35 min before the last tender. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 35 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 pierAbout 20 min to the start point
  3. 8:05 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 4 h. Latest sensible start: 9:40 am.
  4. 12:05 pm
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 12:25 pm
    Back at the tender pier2 h 35 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; ashore by 7:45 am, you can start by 8:05 am and be back at the gangway around 12:25 pm — 1 h 35 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 1:55 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

We don't have a verified start point for this tour yet, so we assume 20 min each way from the pier — the typical ride in Grand Cayman. Check the meeting point on the booking page.

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

Make lasting memories and avoid the crowds with a completely private, full day boat charter in the crystal blue waters of Grand Cayman. Your 2-person crew with experienced Captain & Guide will host you and your party as you explore the world famous Stingray City Sandbar, snorkel vibrant reefs of the Coral Gardens and take a relaxing stop at Starfish Point where you'll be dazzled by radiant starfish. There is no set agenda so your trip is fully catered to your wishes.

Underwater camera rentals and professional photography packages also available. With stringent cleanliness standards, you can feel safe knowing all boats and gear are cleaned and disinfected between and during every charter.

100% locally owned and operated, fully licensed and insured, you’ll enjoy the very best of the Cayman Islands with Crazy Crab!

Private tour English

What's included

  • Cooler with bottled water and ice
  • Spare towels and fresh water showers on-board
  • Boat captain and guide - 2 crew for quality service
  • Use of snorkel equipment and flotation vests

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Port pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Starfish Point
    This calm, shallow, golden sandy beach where starfish gather is the prefect spot for a relaxing encounter. Learn about these fascinating creatures as you take incredible holiday photos at this picturesque beach.
    30 min
  2. 2
    Stingray City
    Swim in warm, crystal-clear water with friendly southern stingrays. Learn to hold and feed them and maybe even steal a kiss for 7 years good luck! A safe, fun and exciting adventure for the whole family.
    1 h
  3. 3
    Crazy Crab Private Boat Charters
    To fully experience the beauty and wonder of Grand Cayman's marine world, book your very own private boat with a local captain and guide. We'll craft your perfect trip to enjoy a safe, engaging and fun adventure with family and friends, making memories to last a lifetime. Your adventure begins when you meet your crew and board your boat at the Camana Bay Island Marina located at the centrally located, and modern retail and dining development, Camana Bay.
    30 min

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
We dock and depart from the convenient and modern marina at Camana Bay. If you're arriving by taxi, tell the driver to take you to the Camana Bay island and you'll be dropped off just a few yards from the walkway down to the island bridge and marina. Your crew will greet you on the island.
We dock and depart from the convenient and modern marina at Camana Bay. If you're arriving by taxi, tell the driver to take you to the Camana Bay island and you'll be dropped off just a few yards from the walkway down to the island bridge and marina. Your crew will greet you on the island.
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 45 min to tender ashore first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Non-refundable. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. 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
  • Please note: 1 passenger = 1 charter (maximum 6 passengers per charter is available)
  • Prior to commencing the activity, each participant (or the participant’s legal guardian) will be required to sign a Release of Liability Waiver

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