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GRAND CAYMAN ~ Snorkeling - Kayak Tours - Cruise Ship Excursions 

Cayman Islands has the most colourful marine life in its shallow water reefs. The West side of the island is shaped where there is calm seas as if ready to water ski. The barrier reef is protected since the late 1980's where marine life has furished. Any tour will result in great sightings of reef fish, sting rays, lobsters, and even an occunial turtle. Our guides will point out different marine life from one inch Christmas Tree Worms and Sea Anemonems, to the spactacler colours of Anglefish.

We offers Guided Shore Snorkeling, Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water dives!

Snorkeling from Shore

The Wreck Of Cali shipwreck and coral reef, comes to within just 5 feet of the surface. From shore in calm water, this is a great snorkeling adventure, a great 20 foot discover scuba diving and to see the great marine life of the Cayman Islands. Just a 5 minute walk, heading North from the Cruise Ship Terminals, to Hammerheads Bar & Grill where you may rent mask, fins, and snorkeling vest.

Guided snorkeling tours are offered at 8:30am, 10:30, 12:30, and 2:00 daily. This is a one hour easy tour. Sign up online or drop by 15 minutes before tour time. Reservations is requested to insure spave avaliblity.

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Wreck of the Cali Grand Cayman Shore Snorkeling Guide Cayman Islands
Wreck of the Cali Grand Cayman Shore Snorkeling Guide Cayman Islands



Learn to Scuba Dive
See the Cali Ship Wreck and Reef
Discover Scuba and Diving tours are offered at:
10:00, 12:00 and 2:30 daily.
Reservations is requested to insure spave avaliblity

We offer rental of snorkeling gear and do your own thing. Drop by and see the gear rental area.

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Cayman Seashell Souvenirs
Original designs found only at Cay-Booty, Ltd.

Seashell collecting has always been a favorite pastime in the Cayman Islands. Two local ladies are creating fashionable jewelry and beautiful souvenirs from shells they personally collect from the beaches in Grand Cayman. The necklaces, bracelets and earrings sometimes include highly polished seeds from local plants such as the Christmas Tree Palm. Each seashell is lovingly cleaned and polished before becoming a piece of fine jewelry. Glass beads, crystal beads, gold and silver are worked into georgeous keepsakes. You have to see to believe how truly georgous the creations are. Cay-Booty is located under the gazebo area at Hammerheads Bar & Grill.

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Wreck of the Cali Grand Cayman Shore Snorkeling Guide Cayman Islands

Wreck of the Cali Grand Cayman Shore Snorkeling Guide Cayman Islands
Seven Fathoms Rum Brewery Tour
Made Underwater Right Offshore

The latest sensation by Big Daddy Ltd., is a new rum making process achieved underwater. The makings are placed in waterproof barrels and then kept underwater right off shore. This maintains both the correct temperature, and the necessary rolling motion for the fermenting product. Each batch takes seven weeks to be produced and is purchased right at the brewery located at Hammerhead's Bar & Grill. This location has....

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Fish Market by the Sea
Local Fishermen Sell Their Fresh Catch Daily

On a short walk North of the cruise ship terminals, right in the heart of the George Town Harbour area, you'll see the local fishermen cleaning their morning catch. Snapper, Triggerfish, Mahi Mahi,are just a few of the available fish for sell by the pound. If you are staying on Grand Cayman, this is a great source of local fresh fish for your dinner. If you are only ashore for the day, it is still a treat to meet the fishermen, and hear their local accents as they tell you their fishing tales.

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Homemade Ice Cream Parlour
Caymanian Traditions' Local Fruit Flavors

Local fruits are used in the homemade ice cream offered at Caymanian Traditions. This wonderful ice cream parlour is located on the second floor of the South cruise ship terminal. Natural vanilla and of course chocolate are among the many flavors, but be brave and try one of the local flavors, they are delicious!

Sandwiches, water and other snack foods are available. Art, jewelry, souvenirs and locally made items make this stop a delightful adventure during your visit in Grand Cayman.

Kayak Tours
Kayaking is for everyone - No experience is necessary

Guided snorkeling tours from shore are a fun way to enjoy two different excursions at the same time. Our guided kayak tours from two locations. At Hammerheads Bar & Grill, within walking distance of the cruise ship terminals and at Kaibo Bar & Grill 25 minutes via transportation. They are conveniently located where you can get food, water, and near restrooms. You may rent everything you need. Experienced guides will give you great information along the paddling trip, and a short briefing about the marine life you will be seeing.

Cayman Kayaks also offers eco-adventure kayaking tours in the pristine waters of the North Sound,the largest reef-fringed lagoon of the Cayman Islands. Explore the mangroves, bays and beaches of Grand Cayman on a stable and safe sit-on-top kayak. Escape to the remote tropical island atmosphere of Cayman Kai, a 25 minute drive from the Cruise Ship Terminals. Kayak, swim, enjoy a meal at Kaibo Bar & Grill, or just relax on the great beach.
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Photography Unlimited
Botanical Park - Cayman Scenery - Underwater

Over the past 30 years of scuba diving and Underwater photography, Monte Lee Thornton has published photos in textbooks, magazines, newspapers and internet publications. His photography encompasses locations from Hawaii to the Egypt. He founded Explore Underwater Online Magazine in 1996 and has continued to have a large internet presence.

Monte Thornton is a marine naturalist, beginning his career by photographing Humpback whales and feeding sharks in Hawaii. He now lives in the Cayman Islands with his wife, and their two children. Irene Scott-Thornton, PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, began diving in 1978 in the Cayman Islands. Their 15 year old daughter and 12 year old son, are PADI Jr. Advanced Open Water Divers.

Monte has been photographing the Cayman Islands since 1983 and has published three books currently available.

Lessons in photography are available while you are on vacation.

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Photo of Monte at Pirates Week Festivale 2008


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