Turtles, Hell, and Rum! Spend a half day on a fun combo excursion to the Turtle Center, visiting "Hell" and sampling some rum and rum cake. This guided excursion gives you a chance to see and experience a bit of the island first-hand. Please note that there is a minimum of 4 people needed to run this excursion, if this minimum is not met the excursion may be canceled, and we will try to notify you in advance.
You'll meet your guide at your Grand Cayman cruise tender terminal and board your transportation there. Your sightseeing of the "West End" of the island includes a drive past the Governor's Residence which is located on Seven Mile Beach and used for national and ceremonial functions. There will be a short stop for photos and sightseeing of the beautiful Seven Mile Beach area. West Bay is a residential area with a large public beach and plenty of restaurants. You'll see the traditional architecture of the homes and drive past native fruit orchards.
Your first stop is at the Cayman Turtle Center. This is a conservation farm and you'll learn how they care for and preserve the endangered sea turtles. You can hold and have some photos taken with the smaller turtles and will observe them from hatchlings to full-grown. You'll have about 30 minutes at the turtle center.
Your next stop is "Hell". This little spot on the island gets its name due to the jagged formations created when a particular type of algae attacks the limestone. There is a viewing platform for photos but you can't walk on the limestone.
Your next stop will be a visit to the Camana Bay observation tower where you can have amazing 360-degree views of the island and the Caribbean Sea. The observation tower is 75 ft tall and you can climb the double-helix mosaic-tiled staircase, rest on the benches provided or take the elevator. Be sure to bring your camera for some spectacular photos overlooking the island!
Your last stop is at the Tortuga Rum Cake Factory. This operation was started in 1984 and has gained international recognition. Here you can sample and purchase some locally produced rum and rum cakes. Sweet!
When your excursion time comes to an end, you'll be taken back to your Grand Cayman port in time to set sail.
A fun combo option of Grand Cayman stops! See the turtle conservation efforts, and some unique rock formations at "Hell" and try some delicious island-made rum cake.
5/5 (Visited on October 2019)
5/5 (Visited on May 2019)
