SNORKELING
The best of it, mask on.
The 15 most popular stingray snorkeling tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
Swim with stingrays at Stingray City plus two Grand Cayman snorkeling stops at Coral Gardens and the Barrier Reef, with pickup and gear.
Most Popular“Ran like clockwork and great crew! Very knowledgeable and all segments on time. Well done team. Would do again in a heartbeat”
Swim with southern stingrays at Stingray City, snorkel Coral Gardens, then meet starfish in shallow water on a guided boat tour.
“Being able to swim can be a play but there are life jackets available for the snorkeling activity. The Sting rays were friendly lol.”
Bora Bora lagoon cruise with a local guide, snorkeling with stingrays and reef sharks, manta-ray chances, plus lunch on a private motu.
“It is a perfect trip,the staff is the best,we see many fishes here,and the food is very delicious.happy day”
Stingray City swim plus one snorkeling stop in Grand Cayman with pickup, crew guidance, and snorkel gear included for $75.
“Captain Marvins is the original stingray island outfit. Clean bus/boat, super friendly and helpful staff. Had a better time than I expected!”
Swim Bora Bora’s lagoon with reef sharks, stingrays, and a Coral Garden snorkel stop, with pickup, gear, and a small group.
“A great experience in beautiful Bora Bora. Our guide Tema gave us so much local knowledge and he took us to the best spots to see mantaray, sting ray and sharks. Great few hours on the beautiful island of Bora Bora.”
Private luxury charter in Grand Cayman for up to 8. Swim Stingray City, snorkel reefs, relax at Starfish Point, optional Bio Bay.
“We had so much fun on our boat day with Lars and Noah. We told them what we wanted to see (stingrays, starfish, snorkeling) and they tailored the trip perfectly. They were super kind, helpful, knowledgeable, and welcoming. And, our trip had to be postponed a day due to bad weather, and the tour operator…”
Private 11-passenger Grand Cayman boat skips crowds for Stingray City, snorkel coral gardens, and relax at Starfish Beach.
“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…”
Swim at Stingray City sandbar, snorkel Coral Gardens, and touch starfish at Starfish Point in Grand Cayman. Pickup and gear included.
“We all had a great time on this adventure. So many different things to experience while enjoying beautiful Grand Caymen. The entire crew was helpful, friendly and very skilled. Would definitely do it again.”
Family-owned Grand Cayman tour with Stingray City wading, Starfish Point, and snorkeling at Coral Gardens or Barrier Reef for $85.
“In consideration of time if you are on a cruise, you will be taking a smaller boat to the port. Thus, you want to be one of the first one to aboard these small boats. It was very easy to find the tour guide post. We came thru the south terminal but the tour post…”
Half-day cabin cruiser trip on Grand Cayman with stingrays at Stingray City, two snorkel stops, and lunch at a yacht club.
“Well organized. Professional. Not crowded so you don't feel like an assembly line. Lunch was good. Our three man crew, Mitchell, Rome and B, were attentive and knowledgeable. I would recommend this company and crew. The bus drivers were welcoming, as well. We rode with a couple who have been on the excursion for 30…”
Small-boat snorkel in Cozumel for starfish, stingrays, and sea turtles. Shaded sail plus gear, drinks, and a ceviche snack included.
“Throughly enjoyed the four stops on our journey. There was ample time to see what each location had to offer. Our guide was helpful in pointing out what to look for and led us well.”
Snorkel Belize’s barrier reef, meet nurse sharks and stingrays at Shark Alley, then ride to Caye Caulker for rum punch and lunch.
“Check in is a disaster. They have many different excursions going and one table with a lady writing down names. No one knew what to do or if we were even in the right line. The guy that seemed to be trying to organize everything just kept saying “1 second” any time anyone asked him…”
Punta Cana catamaran cruise with sharks and stingrays, snorkeling at Cabeza de Toro, and a Bavaro natural pool with open bar.
“The drivers to the excursion were great. THOM.. CALLED to confirm, asked if we were OK while en enroute to the excursion. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Thom met us again to ask our feedback. He was excellent and the pictures were great he sent us. Thank you. Recommended tour”
Private boat tour from West Bay to Stingray City and Starfish Point, with snorkeling stops and Rum Point lunch for groups up to 8.
“I can't say enough good things about this tour and about Omar and Dean. We were the last trip before Hurricane Beryl was set to arrive and were a bit neurotic about whether we wanted to go. They were very patient with us and made us feel at ease. It turned out to be a…”
Family-run Grand Cayman tour to Stingray City sandbar, Starfish Point, and Coral Gardens snorkeling with pickup, gear, and bottled drinks.
“Loved the stingray experience. The star fish stop not so impressive. The snoring was nice. They try to get you when taking photos. Just to download the photos was for $80”
