Classic North Sound
- Stingray City Sandbar (2–4 ft)
- Snorkel Coral Gardens or the Barrier Reef
- Starfish Point, if time allows
- Return through the Mangrove Channel
Private 4-Hour Charters
Half-Day Cayman Island Boat Rental with Captain & Crew
A Surfside Charters half day is a private four-hour boat charter in Grand Cayman, with captain and crew, built around one or two highlights: usually Stingray City plus a reef snorkel or Starfish Point, or a few hours of reef fishing. It costs US$1,250 for the whole boat on Mojito Majic or US$4,200 on Bamboozled, departs Camana Bay, and leaves the rest of your day free.
| Length | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Price | US$1,250 per boat (Mojito Majic) · US$4,200 (Bamboozled) |
| Typical plan | Two main stops, sometimes a third, e.g. Stingray City + Coral Gardens + Starfish Point |
| Start time | 8:00 or 9:00am recommended; afternoon starts available |
| Captain & crew | Always included — this is a crewed charter, not a self-drive rental |
| Included | Snorkel gear, life jackets, towels, a fruit platter, snacks, water and soda |
| Departs | Camana Bay; pick-ups by arrangement |
Whole-boat prices for a 4-hour half day. Compare all trips · All rates
Why Half Day
A Private Boat Day Without Giving Up the Whole Day
Four hours is enough for Grand Cayman’s signature North Sound experiences, because the stingrays, reefs and Starfish Point are all close together inside the reef. Keeping the route focused means less time travelling and more time in the water, and you are back in time for lunch, the beach or dinner.
This is a crewed charter, not a self-drive boat rental: your captain handles navigation, anchoring, gear and safety, and your crew looks after everyone in the water. You just enjoy the day.
Morning trips are calm and energising; afternoon trips leave your morning for the beach. Tell us your plans and we will suggest the best start time.
Sample Itineraries
What Fits Into Four Hours?
Most half days work best with two well-paced stops. Here are the routes guests choose most:
Reef Fishing & a Swim
- Short run to the reef
- Reef fishing for snapper, jacks and barracuda, with tackle and bait included
- A swim or snorkel stop
US$1,250 (reef) or US$1,500 (deep sea) for 4 hours. Fishing charters →
West Coast Snorkel
- Cemetery Beach reef or the Kittiwake
- A George Town wreck: the Gamma or the Cali
- Cruise along Seven Mile Beach
Half-Day Prices
How Much Is a Half-Day Boat Charter in Grand Cayman?
All prices are for the whole boat for four hours, including captain, crew, gear, drinks and snacks.
| Boat | Price (whole boat) | Guests | Per person, full boat* | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mojito Majic · half day | US$1,250 | Up to 8 recommended, 10 max | ≈ US$156 (8 guests) | Book |
| Bamboozled · half day | US$4,200 | Up to 14 recommended, 30 max | ≈ US$300 (14 guests) | Book |
| Reef fishing · half day | US$1,250 | Small groups | — | Book |
| Deep-sea fishing · half day | US$1,500 | Small groups | — | Book |
Want more time? Additional hours are US$200 (Mojito Majic) or US$950 (Bamboozled), or book a full-day charter.
Choose Your Yacht
Catamaran or Power Yacht for Your Half Day?
The right boat depends on group size and pace.
Up to 30 guests
Bamboozled · 56ft Lagoon Sailing Catamaran
A spacious, stable sailing catamaran for families and groups who want comfort, shade and water toys — SeaBobs, paddleboards and kayak — as much as the destinations.
Up to 10 guests
Mojito Majic · 38ft Intrepid Power Yacht
Fast and efficient, so a four-hour trip fits more in. The best value half day at US$1,250, and the natural choice for couples, small families and anglers.
Who It’s For
Who Books a Half-Day Charter?
Families
Real adventure without an exhausting day. The crew adjusts the pace for young children, first-time snorkelers and cautious swimmers.
Cruise Ship Passengers
A private alternative to crowded ship excursions. Tell us your all-aboard time and we will plan departure, pick-up and return around it.
Couples & Short Stays
Private time on the water while keeping the rest of the day free for the beach, spa or dinner.
Your Crew
Personal Service From Dock to Return
Surfside Charters is family owned and Caymanian crewed, and every trip is private: the boat, captain and crew are yours for the whole charter. Our captains and crew hold professional qualifications covering captain credentials, first aid, CPR, marine radio and safety training, alongside PADI experience and years of local knowledge of the North Sound.
- Private charter — never shared
- Departs Camana Bay; pick-ups by arrangement
- Snorkel gear, life jackets & noodles included
- Towels, WiFi & Bluetooth music
- Fresh fruit platter, chips, water & soda
- Rated 5.0 from 68 reviews on TripAdvisor, Google & FishingBooker
Plan Your Four Hours
Build a Half-Day Itinerary Around One Must-See Experience
The best half-day Cayman Island boat rental starts with one priority. Tell us what your group most wants to see or do, and your captain will build a realistic four-hour route around it, so you spend your time swimming, snorkeling or fishing rather than travelling.
Morning and Afternoon Trips That Fit Your Cayman Plans
Choose a morning or afternoon departure around the rest of your day. Morning trips give an energetic start, calm water and a quieter Stingray City Sandbar; afternoon charters leave your morning free for the beach or a slow breakfast. Times can be adjusted around weather, availability and your plans.
Pair Stingray City With a Nearby Snorkeling Stop
The classic half day combines the southern stingrays at the Sandbar with Coral Gardens or another reef your captain recommends for the day. Two signature North Sound experiences, with no rushed, multi-stop schedule.
Choose Starfish Point, Coral Gardens or the Mangroves
- Visit Starfish Point for knee-deep water and red cushion sea stars.
- Snorkel Coral Gardens or the Barrier Reef for coral and tropical fish.
- Cruise the mangroves for a quieter change of scenery.
- Ask about another nearby stop that suits the day’s water and weather.
Add a Focused Reef Fishing Trip to Your Four-Hour Charter
Guests who want more action can make the half day a reef fishing charter: a short run to a productive reef, time fishing with the crew’s help, a swim or snorkel if time allows, and a relaxed return without losing the rest of your day. Tackle and bait are included.
Two Well-Paced Stops, a Flexible Route
Most four-hour charters work best with two unhurried stops, with time to swim and snorkel at each. A third short stop is sometimes possible when the locations and conditions line up. Your captain may change the order, choose a more sheltered reef or adjust the route on the day; those calls protect your time and get you the best water available.
Private Crew, Snorkel Equipment and Refreshments
- An experienced captain and crew who handle the route, equipment and timing
- Snorkel gear, snorkel vests and life jackets for every guest
- A fresh fruit platter, chips, water and soda, with cheese and charcuterie on request
- SeaBobs, paddleboards, a kayak and a wakeboard on Bamboozled; a large sun float and noodles on Mojito Majic
- Patient guidance for guests new to snorkeling or meeting the stingrays
Choose Bamboozled, our 56-foot Lagoon catamaran, for space and relaxed sailing, or Mojito Majic, our 38-foot Intrepid, for speed and the best value for smaller groups. Check half-day availability.
Before You Book
Half-Day Charter FAQs
Yes. Stingray City, Coral Gardens, the Barrier Reef and Starfish Point are all in the North Sound, close together. Most half days comfortably include the stingrays plus one or two more stops.
US$1,250 for the whole boat on Mojito Majic (up to 10 guests) or US$4,200 on Bamboozled (up to 30 guests), for four hours with captain and crew. Half-day reef fishing is US$1,250 and deep-sea fishing US$1,500.
Every Surfside trip is a private charter with a professional captain and crew. You do not need a licence or any boating experience.
Swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and a light cover-up. Snorkel gear, towels, drinks and snacks are provided.
Yes. Fishing works best as the main focus of a half day, with a swim or snorkel stop afterwards. Tackle and bait are included.
We recommend 8:00 or 9:00am, but can start earlier or later, including afternoon trips. Guests should arrive at Camana Bay at least 10 minutes before departure.
More Ways to Spend Your Day
Stingray City tours, full-day charters, snorkeling charters, sunset cruises and reef and deep-sea fishing — every Surfside trip is private and built around your group.
Four Perfect Hours
Book Your Private Half-Day Charter
Tell us what matters most — stingrays, reefs, starfish or fishing — and we will shape a relaxed four-hour route around it.