Stingray City in London!!

STINGRAY CITY IN LONDON?

Seems that the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism is spreading the love....

STINGRAY CITY GRAND CAYMAN - IS IT DANGEROUS?

Am I going to die?

This is a question Captain Mario hears often when taking excursion guests to visit the Stingray Sandbar in Grand Cayman.

His answer?

"Yes, we are all going to die, but hopefully not today, and not with us."

Cuddling a stingray at Grand Cayman's stingray sandbar

Years after the paradoxical death of dedicated conservationist Steve Irwin, Grand Cayman - home to the wondrous Stingray City Sandbar, still feels the sting. It is no small task to remove the barb of this memory from the island guests when faced with the life changing opportunity to interact with, feed and even kiss, our stingrays.

Our company and crew considers itself privileged to observe their guests transforming from fear-filled, intrepid visitors to awe inspired ambassadors of the stingrays. Each giggling guest is seen as a stroke against the tide of ill repute regarding these ethereal creatures. The magic belongs to the Cayman stingrays and their azure Caribbean Sea arena - we are there simply to help you experience the moment.

Stingray City in Grand Cayman

Stingrays will react defensively if perceiving danger. None of the stingrays are forced into this interaction, they are there of their own free will - some will disappear for weeks, others are regulars whom we see daily. Our "girls" have had over 35 years of contact with humans - just listen to your tour guides and treat the rays with respect and you will have an experience that you will not only live through, but never forget.

STINGRAY CITY EXCURSION......JUST ENJOY

Watch.

Breathe.

Escape.

Dream a little.

Stingray City tours and snorkel excursions - Grand Cayman

"IT WASN'T ME" SAYS CAPTAIN MARIO

The "other woman" is pregnant. 

Captain Mario and Barbara have a close relationship (check out the photos below). It's a special bond which many of our guests don't believe until they witness it.

Captain Mario and stingray Barbara - Grand Cayman

We make one snorkel stop during our excursions in Grand Cayman, and Captain Mario's eyes are always on the lookout for his "girl". If he spots Barbara, he dives into the Caribbean waters, opens his arms and she swims straight into them for a snuggle.

Lately, he has noticed a little rounder Barbara........and is now pretty certain she is pregnant. Captain Mario is quick to say "it wasn't me" but we have to wonder......if they come out bald and with a love for pizza, he's gonna have to take responsibility.

No matter who the daddy is, we are all delighted and wish her health and safety - and hope she brings them to meet us!

Adore you Barbara!

Barbara.....with her two little bumps!

For those interested, stingrays are oviparous and incubate the eggs inside for approximately 8 months. They hatch inside their mother and are then delivered all rolled up like newspaper. They uncurl themselves, swim off, and are 100% self sufficient straight after birth.

CHEAP TOURS TO STINGRAY CITY GRAND CAYMAN

Tours and excursions to Stingray City Sandbar in Cayman Islands come in all sizes and packages with the corresponding prices (and experience!), and you can choose reputable operators charging from around US$45 for a 2.5  hour trip, to US$1200.00 per hour for the ultra luxurious experience.

Of course, you can ALSO find them cheaper................ Exhibit 1

For some great tips on finding the excursion that suits your pocket and desires,

we hope that this post can help you out.

Happy Caribbean vacation planning!

STINGRAY CITY GRAND CAYMAN - "THE GIRLS" # 4

"LILLY" the stingray

Today is Lilly's turn!

We have previously introduced you to some of the stingrays at the Sandbar in Grand Cayman - today we talk to you about Dwayne's favourite girl.

Lilly the stingray puckers up for a kiss

Our excursion guests are amazed at how the stingrays recognise the different boats and  crew members, swarming over to meet their favourites! Dwayne has a soft spot for Lilly (and she for him) - she is such a gentle giant and really puckers up for those kisses.

This young adventure seeker on yesterday's tour was intrepid at first, but Lilly just patiently hung in there until the magic happened - we think they both deserve 7 years good luck!

Stingray City Sandbar in Grand Cayman

Lilly is in excellent condition and has very few marks on her - life in the seas can leave a few scars.  However,  Lilly's gentle & sweet nature must affect everything around her - hence the almost flawless complexion!

We adore you Lilly - stay safe and happy!

STINGRAY CITY GRAND CAYMAN - and the luckless office staff!

TODAY SHOULD NOT BE A DESK DAY!

Every day in Grand Cayman is beautiful, but there are some days when this island just makes office staff want to burn their desks in protest at being left in the office....today is one of those days for sure!

Awesome conditions today - azure skies, just a breath of wind.......the Stingray Sandbar is going to be spectacular. The Caribbean waters at the snorkel site should be wonderfully clear. Add to this a number of "no-shows" (which is not nice for us, but great for our guests) means the boat is going to be extra spacious for the tour...awesome luck!

Stingray City Grand Cayman - the Sandbar - awesome conditions!

Captain Mario and the crew will be on great form - with smooth waters they have far less worry regarding the safety of our guests, and will get to relax with them which usually translates to great fun all round.

Hope our guests are having the time of their lives.....while us desk-people sulk!