Snorkeling

[emmaco]

Hi,

Is there excursions available that does not include Stingrays?

Thank you

[Jeanne B]

What ship? What port??

[MauiLvrs]

Yes, but why would you want to?

Did you mean other than Stingray city?

[emmaco]

Port- Grand Cayman

Ship- Valor

 

We already did the Sandbar Stingray trip.... I was scared of the rays...... I didn't expect that reaction.. We will be going 11-12-06Any suggestions?

[MauiLvrs]

We didn't dive stingray city when we were there either. It was just too far out of the way and took too much time. We opted to do a 2 tank dive that left right from the tender pier instead. We had seen stingrays other places and decided it wasn't worth the going to the circus at stingray city.

 

http://www.carnival.com/ShoreExcursionsSearchResults.aspx?region=CW&portcode=CAY&portname=Grand+Cayman%2c+Cayman+Islands

 

There are a number of options:

Reef & Wreck Snorkel Tour

You’ll appreciate the opportunity to snorkel and see the marvels of the underwater world whether you are a beginner or advanced snorkeler.

On this excursion you will:

• Be introduced to a beautiful coral reef teeming with marine life.
  
• Take part in the fish-feeding program, snorkel “Cali”, a sunken shipwreck.

Note: Snorkel equipment is provided.

 

Grand Cayman Snorkel Tour

Discover why Grand Cayman is famous for its spectacular array of marine life and coral formations.

On this excursion you will:

• Explore a live reef and one of the many shipwrecks that Cayman is famous for.
  
• See colorful fish and the various other marine life that the live reef supports.

Shore Snorkel Experience

Enjoy a fantastic snorkel experience suitable for both beginners and experts alike.

On this excursion you will:

• Take a short walk from the cruise ship pier to the Shipwreck Dive Center.
  
• Learn, from the knowledgeable staff, the various coral formations and varieties of marine life that you may spot in the water.
  
• Snorkel the unique Cali shipwreck, a beautiful site just in front of the dive center.

Note: For guests wishing to stay and enjoy the facilities afterwards, there is a brewery and restaurant adjacent.

You will have to climb down a ladder from the dive center's pier to enter the water.

 

 

 

 

Aqua Boat & Snorkel Adventure

Prepare for excitement as you ride your own two-person, speedy, 12-foot inflatable motorboat to your exhilarating snorkel excursion.

On this excursion you will:

• Receive basic instruction, from your guide, in the operation of the aquaboat.
  
• Skipper your own boat along the picturesque south coast of the island to Sandy Cay.
  
• Stop at Smith’s Cove, a delightful little bay with an almost secret beach.
  
• Swim, snorkel or just relax on the beach.
  
• Stop at the ‘Cali’ for a chance to view this ancient shipwreck before returning to the dock.

 

Beyond snorkeling thare are these two options:

Beginner's Scuba Diving

This is the perfect opportunity to try scuba diving for the first time.

On this excursion you will:

• Be transported to Parrots Landing for an instructional orientation.
  
• Have a practice session in shallow waters to get accustomed to the equipment.
  
• Be escorted by your certified dive master on a shallow (up to 20 ft.) dive.
  
• Marvel at the wonders of the underwater world on your first scuba experience.

Note: All equipment is provided. Minimum age is 12 years.

 

 

 

 

Snuba

This excursion is the perfect way for the entire family to experience the beauty of the Caribbean waters, without having to be a Certified Scuba diver.

On this excursion you will:

• Try Snuba, a fun combination of snorkeling and scuba diving.
  
• Participate in an instructional orientation.
  
• Test your skills in this tropical underwater paradise.
  
• Dive for approximately 20 to 30 minutes in length.
  
• Snuba among the endless tropical fish and beautiful coral formations found in the pristine waters that surround the Cayman Islands.

Note: Minimum age 8 years.

[emmaco]

Thank You! MauiLvrs very much for the info! :)

[vmom]

Do the 3 stop snorkel with Capt. Bryan's. He has both a 2 stop snorkel and a 3 stop snorkel. Hardly any difference in price. If you go on the 3 stop snorkel, the boat stops at 2 snorkel areas and sting ray city. Just stay on the boat at Sting ray city and watch. The other 2 stops include coral gardens and the barrier reef if I remember correctly.

[scubaran]

Hi,

Is there excursions available that does not include Stingrays?

Thank you

 

Yes, any land excursion. :) Seriously, stingrays are wild animals in the ocean. No snorkel trip can guarantee you won't see a shark, stingray, turtle, or any particular animal. Though the changes are slim but if you're lucky you'll see a shark, stingray, turtle and other animals. I've seen all, several times, and still have all my limbs and charish the unique experiences and wonder of the ocean. :D

 

Love to dive in the ocean,

Randall

 

P.S. don't let one experience influence your decisions. I just heard that the mid-west city I'm visiting for work has had 153 murders this year but don't see global news telling people to stay away.