About this tour
Cobalt Custom Charters operates a private luxury bowrider (capacity 8 guests) across Grand Cayman's North Sound, where you dictate the route and timing. Spend 2–4 hours reaching Stingray City's shallow sandbar to encounter southern stingrays, snorkel the barrier reef's densest coral gardens, visit Starfish Point to spot red cushion sea stars, or paddle into Bio Bay at night to witness bioluminescent waters. A captain and guide steer based on your preferences, skipping the tourist crowds.
Highlights
- Hand-feed or observe southern stingrays in 3-foot shallows
- Snorkel barrier reef with highest coral density in Caymans
- Spot red cushion sea stars at Starfish Point
- Witness bioluminescence glowing in Bio Bay after dark
- Fully customizable itinerary—you choose which sites
- Capacity 8 guests; flat boat rate, not per-person pricing
- Owner-operated with two-person crew aboard
What to expect
The Cobalt bowrider departs with your group of up to eight. Once aboard, you'll work with the captain and guide to finalize your route—morning snorkeling, afternoon stingray encounter, or evening Bio Bay run are all viable. Snorkel gear and safety equipment come included. At Stingray City, expect calm waist-deep water where rays glide past; at the barrier reef, colorful coral formations and small tropical fish dominate your view. If you opt for Bio Bay, darkness reveals thousands of dinoflagellates that glow when disturbed by movement. Bottled water and ice are provided; pack your own snacks and towels.
Good to know
Gratuities (typically 20% of charter cost) are separate. Bring towels from your hotel, swimwear, and reef-safe sunscreen. BYO alcohol and extra snacks. A liability waiver must be signed before departure. Infants and toddlers can travel in a pram or stroller. The flat per-group rate suits families splitting costs.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More take?
- Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More runs for approximately 2 hours – 4 hours.
- How much does Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More cost?
- Prices start from USD $610 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More run?
- This tour operates around Cayman Islands. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. Coral Reef Info earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Coral Reef Info summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.