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Cayman Kayaks | Kayak Eco Tours | Reviews | Photos | Video | Discount Rated: 5 stars out of 5 (80 ratings)
Cayman Kayaks offer a variety of adventurous Kayak Eco-Tours in Grand Cayman's most remote and unspoiled areas of Northside. Their narrated tours provide an exciting and informative experience between you and nature. This is a great way to experience the beauty and unexplored areas of the Cayman Islands, in places where very few people have ever been.
Cayman Kayaks offer many unique adventures, including:
Mangrove Adventure Tours
Ever wonder why the water is so clear in Cayman? Where do the creatures you see on the reef really come from? How does the island survive devastating hurricanes? What did Cayman look like before man set foot on its shores? Join Cayman Kayaks for a fun and relaxing guided kayak tour into the ecological heart of Grand Cayman.
Their tour will take you to the edge of the protected Central Mangrove Wetlands area. Kayaks are perfectly suited to explore the shallow waters of this fascinating ecosystem and observe its diverse fish, sponge, and invertebrates population. The easy to paddle 2 person sit-on-top kayaks ensure a comfortable and relaxing tour.
Activity Rating: Easy - short stretches of moderate paddling
• 2 hours
• 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM
• 7 Days a Week
• Equipment: Everything included
• Adult and Child Rates with Activity Guide Discount
Sunset Kayak Tours
This guided tour takes you to Cayman's pristine wetlands before the sun sets on the horizon. At sunset, stop in a sheltered cove to observe nature's beauty and enjoy a complimentary fruit or rum punch - served to you right in your kayak!
The easy to paddle 2-person sit-on-top kayaks ensure a comfortable and relaxing tour. Learn about the mangroves and this fascinating ecosystem from your guide.
• Duration: 1.75 hours
• Departs: 1.5 hours prior to sunset
• Offered: 7 Days per Week
• Rates: Adult and Child Rates with Activity Guide Discounts
• Equipment: Everything included
Activity Rating: Easy - short stretches of moderate paddling
Reserve Now for 10 PERCENT Activity Guide discount
Phone: 345-926-4467
Mobile: 345-746-3249
NEW - Bioluminescence Tours! One of the most amazing experiences in your life!
Bioluminescence is the phenomenon where light or glow is created by a living creature's interaction of internal chemical reactions. Approximately 80% of all marine life creates bioluminescence to varying extents. This is done to accomplish different survival advantages and strategies, including: mating, predator avoidance and feeding. When a particular species of plankton concentrates in very high numbers in rare areas around the world, the results are astounding.
One of nature's most enthralling light shows exists in the Cayman Islands at several locations in Grand Cayman's Northside area.
The tours take place on the darkest nights of the month when the moon has not risen or is new, to avoid light pollution and provide the most spectacular natural marine show in the world!
Cayman Kayaks Bioluminescence Fast Facts:
• Ages 13+
• Payment: Cash, Travelers Checks, Credit Cards
• Tour Times: Call or
• Duration - 1.5 hours
• Bottled water and life vests are provided
• Private charters on request
Reserve Now for TEN PERCENT Activity Guide discount
Joined: 16 Feb 2005 Posts: 72 Location: Mississippi
Posted: Fri Feb 18, 2005 5:18 pm Post subject: First I heard about this
This is the first I heard about a Kayak eco-tour on Grand Cayman. We will be sure to give it a try next visit. There are a lot of interesting things to see in the mangrove areas and if it is well-guided it could prove to be quite informative as well. Not to mention, I could use the exercise.
It's about TIME!!! Great place to have them with all those mango tree roots. A real bio thrill. And GUIDED. My kid might actually learn something on our next trip. I can handle that. Very cooooooooooooooooool
Joined: 14 Feb 2005 Posts: 5730 Location: Cayman Islands
Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 9:14 pm Post subject:
Cigars, you are certainly very colorful with your posts
You are going to love it. And in fact, it is very informational, not just for the kids but for people of all ages.
The Mangrove trees play a vital role in the island's intricate eco-system: filtering water; providing a hiding spot for juvenile fish, and many other features.
We explored several coastal environments by kayak. An air-conditioned bus took us about 5 miles to the Kayak staging area where we met Ray, our wonderful and very knowledgable guide. We started in a shallow, protected area where he gave us a safety briefing and a little info about the Kayaks. Before long we all set out on your expedition, exploring secluded shorelines, inlets, bird-nesting areas, sea grass, and mangrove communities.
Along the way our guide pointed out scenes of interest and described the importance and interdependence of these fragile ecosystems with the surrounding coral reefs. We also had the opportunity to get in the water for a refreshing swim and snorkel around a healthy coral head. Snorkel equipment was provided at no extra charge.
We were on the water for about 2 hours total, but did not have to paddle the whole time. Stops were made as the guide points out areas of interest, and for the snorkel and swim stops. The Kayaks are two-person models, and are very maneuverable and stable. They provided safety vests to people that wanted them, but we could stand up in a lot of the places so we kept ours off. You need to bring sunscreen and sunglasses for sure, and a cap would be a plus as well. After returning to shore, the home journey took us through south sound, a very upscale residential community. Restrooms were available at the start and end of tour and we had a chance to pick up some really neat t-shirts at the Atlantis gift store after the tour.
I would highly recommend this activity to everyone. It was one of the highlights of our vacation.
Newbie Joined: 20 Feb 2005 Posts: 3 Location: Inglewood, CA
Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 11:10 pm Post subject:
Nice activity review TheBland. You got me sold. I will do this for sure next time I'm down there. Hopefully that will be in April, IF I can find a place to stay.
I've done these types of tours in the Florida Keys. If the guide is good, the tour can be both educational and enjoyable. I will look forward to giving it a try next time I am there.
Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Posts: 534 Location: Southern Ohio
Posted: Sun Mar 20, 2005 1:01 pm Post subject: The kayak tour is great!
We took the kayak tour last summer. It was wonderful! Very informative and fun. Not to say it was hard, but we did paddle a lot and we were pretty pooped afterward. At least we burned off a few of those rum and dinner calories!!!
I would highly recommend it. If I can ever get my pictures from last year posted, I'll put some up from that trip.
Does anyone have a rough idea of what the price would be for the kayak ecotour (for two of us)? It sounds like such a great, interesting excursion for our week down there!
Joined: 14 Feb 2005 Posts: 5730 Location: Cayman Islands
Posted: Wed Jul 13, 2005 2:07 pm Post subject:
mandirn - I'm in Miami now or I'd call them for the price. Maybe Jen will remember. Whatever it is you will save 10% by using the coupon in Activity Guide.
I will put something more comprehenisve together for this when I get back: Pictures, write up, (mabe even a video) and include the prices.
Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Posts: 534 Location: Southern Ohio
Posted: Wed Jul 13, 2005 2:15 pm Post subject:
I can't remember the price on the tour since it's been a year since that one. It was through Atlantis. You might be able to check their website for the price and don't forget your AG discount!!!
It was a WONDERFUL tour! We learned alot. On our trip this year, we both noticed lots of things that we learned about last year....especially the mangroves and the effect Ivan had on their growth.
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