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Port of Georgetown is located in Cayman Islands at 19.2977N, 81.3873W. 22 vessels have arrived within the past 24 hours and 3 ships are expected to arrive in the next 30 days.

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• Explora 2 1.473 passengers 07 Feb 2025 - 08:00
• Explora 1 1.473 passengers 12 Mar 2025 - 08:00
• Star Clipper 170 passengers 15 Jan 2026 - 00:00
• Explora 2 1.473 passengers 28 Jan 2026 - 08:00
• Wind Surf 404 passengers 20 Feb 2026 - 07:00
• Wind Surf 404 passengers 21 Feb 2026 - 12:00
• Explora 2 1.473 passengers 07 Feb 2025 - 18:00
• Explora 1 1.473 passengers 12 Mar 2025 - 18:00
• Explora 2 1.473 passengers 28 Jan 2026 - 18:00
• Wind Surf 404 passengers 20 Feb 2026 - 13:00
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Grand Cayman is home to George Town, where up to four cruise ships can anchor at one time. If there are more than four cruise ships in port, the others remain in the harbour. Passengers are ferried to one of three terminals, all of which are about five minutes away. For those sailing by charter, we have two major ports of entry. One is located on Grand Cayman and the other is on Cayman Brac. Port Security greets travellers on VHF Channel 16 around the clock and, upon entering the Cayman Islands territory, vessels must fly the Q flag. All guns, spear guns, and other weapons must be left with customs. Outside fruit and plant life are not allowed on island. Many of our waters are environmentally protected and there are regulations to preserve these areas. Fixed moorings should be used instead of anchor chains to prevent coral damage. Gill nets and poison are prohibited. Spear guns and seine nets require a licence from the Cayman Marne Conservation Board. Removal of marine life (coral, sponges) is prohibited. There are also specific terms regarding fishing for lobster, conch, and grouper. For more information, please call the Maritime Authority at 345-949-8831.

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By imatarb , April 7, 2004 in Cayman Islands

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I stumbled onto this website, and thought it was an invaluable item for those of us who would like to know how many other ships we might have to contend with while in port in Grand Cayman!

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This is very confusing to me, my itineray from Royal Caribbean, Rhapsody puts us in 7am to 4pm. If I go by the Grand Cayman Port schedule,we don't dock until 2?? departing at 11pm? They can't both be right!

lamplighter

Thanks for the information. We will be in Grand Cayman on April 15th. Looks like only 4 ships in port that day - not bad. We leave this Sunday - Can't wait!!!!!!

Glad to be able to help. Have a great time, and be sure to post a bit of a review when you return!

We will be the only ship in GC on Sunday April 25th. I wonder if there will be much open that day since it is a Sunday. We are on the RSSC Voyager with only 700 people so I can't see the GC shops getting very excited about such a relatively small number of people.

Does anyone know what we should expect on a Sunday? Especially for shore excursions. Will all the different Sting Ray City tours be running?

and the opposite question-we are in port on the Century on a day when there are 6 other ships in port also--will it be very crowded? Do you have to tender-and will this make tendering a slow process?

BrandelynCon

I was also wondering why the Port Authority has the Rhapsody in port from 2pm - 11pm beginning this week through the rest of the year. Does anyone know if her port times are changing? I have a private excursion planned and would really like to know which port times are actually correct.

mconthehighseas

I have the same concerns about the Rhapsody and am planning to call RCCL in the morning. I doubt they will have much info, but at least someone there will learn what's on the Cayman port website.

I'm not sure what kind of night life is on that island, and I had wanted to go snorkeling there. Night expeditions in the water, while interesting, are not my thing.

Adventure of the Seas 9/21/03 - wish I was still there!!!

Just got off the phone with Customer Service at RCCL. The woman was very nice, but she just read to me what was on the website. I explained that what I was reading was from the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands, and that if there was a mixup, we could show up at 7 and they wouldn't let us dock until 2.

I eventually got her to say that she would give this info to her supervisor, but I'm not sure this will do anything.

I'm about to use the RCCL website.

I called RCCL customer service at lunch, and the very nice woman on the phone assurred me that the website still showed the correct times. I explained that the website I was looking at was a different one, and the one for the Cayman Port Authority. I told her that I'm sure that there was just a mistake somewhere, but my concern was that maybe the people in Cayman really thought we wouldn't be there until 2, and what if they made us sit out at sea until then?

She did say that she would forward these concerns to her supervisor, but I did not get a warm feeling that anything would be done. I will be using their website customer service later today, and hopefully it will be a better way to communicate.

Thanks for that update. I emailed customer service last Friday and haven't heard anything back yet. Maybe we will get some feedback from the guests onboard this week since the Cayman site lists their port time for tomorrow to be 2pm-11pm. Let me know if you find anything out.

Just emailed this note at the RCCL site:

"The Cayman Island Port Authority cruise ship schedule shows that the Rhapsody of the Seas is in port 2PM - 11PM on Thurs on our cruise. These times are not what are on your schedule. That site shows these times for this ship for almost all weeks this year. http://www.caymanport.com/schedule.htm

This information is being seen by many Rhapsody passengers on many cruises, and they are nervous. (It is being discussed on cruise bulletin boards.)

We are concerned about how to plan for a late afternoon-night in port, and/or being stuck out at sea while the ship's crew and the port authority negotiate a berth in port. This may seem farfetched, but ever since the Coast Guard evicted a Celebrity ship from Charleston, some people are nervous.

Please let me know how this is resolved."

I will report back their response.

They wouldn't make you sit out in the harbour and wait till 2.00pm. Go with the RCCL itinerary for now. The CI Port Authority one may change to reflect new info.

Annagregg - I'm glad to hear from someone in the CIs. I know things are very laid back in the Caribbean; I'm just concerned that it will be MY cruise that the Cayman Port Authority picks to stick to their guns and decide to follow their own website. Even then, it wouldn't be dreadful, but vacations aren't supposed to have inconvenient mixups when you have handed control over to professionals.

The ROTS was supposed to be in port today, and the Cayman website aid 2-11. Did you happen to be at the pier today to notice who was in and who was waiting?

Counting down to the Rhapsody OTS - 12/05/04

All the scheduled ships were in by 8.30am this morning when I was down there. I will be down by the dock next Thursday (when the ROS of scheduled to next be in port) so can do a double check on what time it comes in. What date is your cruise?

The ROS was not scheduled today. Was sccheduled yesterday but bypassed. Three ships anchored at Spottts, the rest bypassed. All ships in GT port today though.

Annagregg - THANK YOU for doing all this leg work! My cruise isn't until Dec., so I'm pretty sure everything will be worked by then. The story about the Coast Guard making a Celebrity cruise ship depart with people on shore at Charleston has me spooked though.

BTW - is it very unusual for boats to bypass Cayman at this time of year? It seems to be happening quite a bit recently, and I thought winter would be a worse time to try to get close.

mconthehighsees -- one of the posters on our meet and mingle thread is an employee. She will be on the Rhapsody in May. She said she hasn't heard anything about the port time changing and doesn't think they would ever stay in Cayman that late. Anyway, she is going to check it out so don't worry. If anything, I will be on the second week of May and will let you know the scoop.

BrandelynCon - Thank you for taking my misgivings seriously, and asking the woman from you Meet and Mingle to look into this.

I honestly believe that the posting on the Cayman port site is an error, but it never hurts to double check, especially when dealing with government agencies.

To all - I've learned in the past that just because I'm the only one to voice a concern, it doesn't mean that I'm the only person who has it. So I speak up, sometimes take some guff, but at least I did something.

Better safe than sorry.....

It does seem unlikely that the ROS would stay in GT that late, but I'll double check on Thursday and make a posting then.

Thank you Annagregg. I really appreciate you going out of your way this way.

mconthehighseas -- check the Cayman Port Authority website. They have updated the Rhapsody's times to reflect the correct port times. No worries!!!!

Thank you BrandelynCon! I hadn't checked it this week yet, so I appreciate you pointing it out. This is good news.

Drove past the port yesterday morning at 7.20am. Rhapsody was in port, and anchored. Drove past again at around 9.00am and they were tendering. Think that the RCCL itinerary is probably correct. Good to hear that the CI Authority have changed their publicised schedule to match!

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Thanks for the site. I thought it was very cool.

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The Best Things To Do In Grand Cayman On A Cruise

W hen going on a Caribbean Cruise, you may find that your ship has a stop at the island of Grand Cayman. This beautiful island, part of the Cayman Islands group of islands, offers gorgeous beaches, fantastic water activities, interesting museums, great marine life, and fascinating history and culture.

I love Grand Cayman so much that I’ve specifically looked for that port of call on the itineraries I’ve booked. It’s a place that I feel I can visit over and over again, with different things to do each time. If your cruise is visiting Grand Cayman for the day, here are the best things to do in Grand Cayman on a cruise.

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Information About Sailing To Grand Cayman

There are three different islands that make up the Cayman Islands. Grand Cayman is the largest Caribbean island of these. Cruise ships stop at George Town, the capital of the Cayman Islands. It’s a traditional cruise port area with lots of touristy shops, restaurants, and bars.

Grand Cayman is a tender port. This means that the ship will stay in the water and will not be alongside a dock. You’ll take small boats from the cruise ship to one of three cruise ship terminals.

This is really important to understand when you book an excursion. Because of the unique situation of the tender port, you’ll need to time things properly so you get back with plenty of time.

You won’t have as much control of when you disembark, and may wait in a long line at the end of the day to embark. You may prefer to book an excursion on the ship, where they will handle those details for you.

When I sailed to Grand Cayman (on the Disney Fantasy), they had two separate tender ticket distributions – one for those who were just going ashore, and another for those who had official port excursions booked.

Each cruise line may handle this a little bit differently. So, you’ll want to pay attention to any documentation placed in your stateroom or announcements made. That way, you’ll be prepared since this takes a bit more time.

The Grand Cayman cruise port is a popular cruise port. There are plenty of things to do, and it’s a great place to explore for nature lovers and those who enjoy spending time on the best beaches.

Stingray City

Stingray City is, in my opinion, one of the most unique things to do in Grand Cayman. To visit the Stingray City sandbar, you’ll board a boat that goes right to the area.

These boats usually have an employee on board who can help you interact with the stingrays in their natural environment on the sandbar. They bring along food that you can use to attract the attention of the stingrays by feeding them.

Once you arrive at the sandbar, you’ll notice that the water is quite shallow. Most people can easily stand, so it isn’t too scary for timid swimmers. The stingrays are very friendly, although it’s important that you listen to the employees who will tell you how to proceed safely.

When I’ve taken these excursions, we’ve had the opportunity to purchase photos taken by the staff. Either bring a waterproof camera yourself, or some money to pay for the photos. They only took cash on our excursion, but I’d probably bring both cash and a credit card.

Snorkeling on Grand Cayman

During one of my trips to Grand Cayman, our excursion to Stingray City also included some time to snorkel. The Grand Cayman waters offer some fantastic places to snorkel, where you can see colorful fish, turtles, and coral reefs.

Like Stingray City, this is a place where you may want to consider bringing a waterproof camera. You can get some really fantastic, beautiful photos. While most shore excursions will provide snorkel gear to cruise passengers, be sure to check in advance.

Crystal Caves

Crystal Caves is a relatively new excursion offered in Grand Cayman. If you’ve visited caves in other island destinations, like the Crystal Caves in Bermuda, you’ll find that these are similar.

Because of that, I’d probably recommend going on one of the more unique Grand Cayman excursions, unless you really want to see the caves. They are beautiful, but there are so many other great things to do as well.

The excursion includes three different caves. You’ll have to drive to the caves. While you are able to purchase timed admission on your own, you can usually book an excursion which will take care of the all of the details for you.

Cayman Turtle Centre

The Cayman Turtle Centre (formerly known as the Cayman Turtle Farm) is one of my favorite Caribbean attractions. It’s the largest land-based attraction. It offers lots of family-friendly things to do and can be a fantastic place to spend the day. This is a Cayman Islands Government owned and operated facility.

Activities and attractions at the Cayman Turtle Centre include the following:

• Sea Turtle Breeding Area
• Butterfly House
• Cayman Street (which showcases traditional Cayman homes)
• Predatory Reef (where you can see sharks and other predators with an underwater viewing panel)
• Turtle Lagoon (a gentle lagoon area where you can actually swim and snorkel with sea turtles)
• Breaker’s Lagoon and Turtle Twister Waterslide (the largest freshwater pool in the Cayman Islands where you can swim and cool off)
• Turtle Wading Pool

If you are purchasing tickets to the Cayman Turtle Centre, you’ll find two separate options for tickets – the Turtle Safari and the Turtle Adventure. I recommend the Turtle Adventure because it also includes access to the turtle and breaker lagoons. You can visit this destination on your own, or book an excursion through the cruise line.

Regardless of how you book, you’ll want to pack bathing suits and dry clothes for your day. We do recommend booking through the cruise line so that you won’t have to worry about the details.

Swim on Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman

Seven Mile Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Grand Cayman, and is absolutely beautiful! It’s one of my favorite beaches ever, with mild waves, white sand, and nice clear blue water. If you just want to enjoy some beach time, an excursion at Seven Mile Beach is a great option.

During our excursion to Grand Cayman, I decided to book a day stay at a hotel we’d already visited on a prior Cayman vacation (the Westin Grand Cayman). Because I was familiar with the island, I felt confident booking on my own.

During our day stay, we had a hotel room and could use the pool and beach throughout the day. It was a great way to get some time on Seven Mile Beach and have the opportunity to shower before returning to the ship.

You’ll also see various Seven Mile Beach excursions offered through the cruise line. That may be a better option if you want the security of being on an official excursion.

Rum Point is a beach area located on the North side of Grand Cayman. It is a bit of a drive, although we’ve been on excursions that included both Rum Point and Stingray City. Rum Point is where the Mudslide drink originated, so you’ll want to try one while you are there.

Since my last visit, Rum Point Beach has had quite a few renovations, expanding some of the food facilities. When I was there, it offered a water sports rental center, a food stand with a bar, changing facilities, and a gift shop. There’s also a restaurant, called Solis Restaurant.

Beach chairs on Rum Point are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Cabanas, day beds, and loungers are available to rent for the day. Coolers or cooler bags are not permitted on the property.

Walk Around the George Town Port

If you don’t have an excursion booked but still want to get off the ship, you can always walk around the port area. Just beyond where you disembark the tender, is the port.

There, you’ll find a variety of different souvenir shops, offering gifts, rum cakes, jewelry, clothing, and more. There are also restaurants, bars, and museums within walking distance. Just remember to keep track of time and leave plenty of leeway to tender back to your cruise ship.

Other Things To Do In Grand Cayman on a Cruise

Depending on your cruise line, you may see some additional excursion options in Grand Cayman. These may include kayaking, a submarine tour, a city tour, glass-bottom boats, scuba diving, cooking classes, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

The shops and restaurants near the port are walkable from the cruise terminal where the tender drops you off. If you need transportation for your own excursion, taxis are readily available. There’s also a public bus.

The best way to book cruise excursions is through your cruise line. By doing that, you won’t have to worry about your tender time, and won’t be responsible for transportation. Book your excursions in advance, because there is typically limited availability and you will see the best excursions sell out.

While US dollars are widely accepted, the official currency of the Cayman Islands is the Cayman Islands dollar (CI$). As a cruise passenger, it’s recommended to just use US dollars instead of exchanging cash.

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