Grand Cayman Stingray City, Starfish Point & Crystal Caves
Few days in Grand Cayman take you from the shallow waters of the North Sound to an underground world beneath the island. Start among the southern stingrays of Stingray City, surrounded by clear Caribbean water, before continuing to the calm shores of Starfish Point, where colorful sea stars can be spotted along the sandy bottom. For guests choosing the Crystal Caves experience, the scenery changes completely. Leave the coastline behind and explore ancient caverns filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and clear underground pools — caves once used as shelter by Caribbean pirates. After emerging from the caves, return to the coast for some free time at a Caribbean beach club, where you can relax by the water or enjoy lunch at your own expense before heading back. From marine life and Caribbean scenery to pirate history hidden beneath the island, this experience lets you discover very different sides of Grand Cayman in a single day.
Your experience
Stop 1
Start your adventure with transportation from participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area, or meet us at Cayman Falls Plaza, across from The Westin. From there, continue to the marina and board your boat for the ride across the North Sound. At Stingray City, step into the calm, shallow waters of the famous sandbar, typically no deeper than five feet, and observe southern stingrays up close in their natural habitat. Your crew will guide you throughout your time in the water while sharing insights about these remarkable marine animals.
Stop 2
Continue by boat to Starfish Point, a peaceful stretch of white sand and clear, shallow Caribbean water. Wade into the water and look for the colorful cushion sea stars found along the sandy bottom while your crew shows you how to observe them responsibly in their natural environment. Travel time between Stingray City, Starfish Point, and the Caribbean beach club is included in this portion of the itinerary.
Stop 3
For guests who selected the Crystal Caves option, your adventure continues after Stingray City and Starfish Point with a transfer to the Cayman Crystal Caves. Join a guided walk through the tropical forest and spend approximately 1.5 hours exploring underground caves filled with impressive stalactites, stalagmites, natural rock formations, and clear pools shaped over thousands of years. After your cave visit, return to a Caribbean beach club where you’ll have free time to relax or purchase lunch at your own expense before beginning the journey back to Cayman Falls Plaza or participating accommodations in the Seven Mile Beach area. Crystal Caves are available Fridays and Saturdays only and must be selected when booking.
What’s included
- Stingray City Marine Park entrance fee
- Water and fruit punch
- Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from participating Seven Mile Beach accommodations
- Snacks
- Professional captain and crew
- Snorkel mask, snorkel, life vest and fins
- Cayman Crystal Caves admission when option selected
- Starfish Point visit
Not included
- Transportation outside the Seven Mile Beach area
- Lunch at the Caribbean beach club
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs and Photo packages
- Food, towels and sunscreen
Meeting and pickup
THIS MEETING POINT IS FOR ON ISLAND GUESTS ONLY Your tour will depart from our office located in Cayman Falls Plaza, across from the Westin Hotel. Please be here 30 minutes before your trip time. Hotel pick up is only offered within the 7 Mile Beach corridor area. Please provide hotel full name.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transfer service is available exclusively for accommodations located in the Seven Mile Beach area.
- Stingrays, Starfish & Caves Tour: Exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Stingrays & Starfish Tour: Available Monday to Thursday
- Travel time is included in the total tour duration
- Flotation devices for children under age 3 are not available
- Guests must provide their hotel or accommodation details at the time of booking. If no accommodation information is provided, the meeting point will be Cayman Falls Plaza, across from The Westin.
- Guests staying outside the Seven Mile Beach pickup area must meet at Cayman Falls Plaza.
- Lunch is not included. Guests selecting Crystal Caves will have free time at a Caribbean beach club to purchase lunch at their own expense.
- Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Glass containers are not permitted for safety.
- What to Bring: Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable clothing and footwear for the caves.
- Wildlife: Please observe marine life responsibly and follow your crew’s instructions throughout the experience.
- This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the weather and come prepared for the day’s conditions.
- The itinerary may be modified or canceled if weather or sea conditions are considered unsafe for navigation.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- Crystal Caves Walking Conditions: Guests should be comfortable walking on uneven and occasionally wet or slippery surfaces. Closed-toe shoes with good traction are recommended; flip-flops are not recommended.
- Enclosed Spaces: The Crystal Caves include enclosed and confined areas. Guests should be comfortable walking through these spaces.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Check the policy for your selected date and option before booking.
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