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Oculus Glass Bottom Boat Tour
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
45 to 1 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
• Glass Bottom Boat tour is designed for families and groups, providing an opportunity for everyone, including children and elderly members, to enjoy and make lasting memories together.
• It offers a memorable experience to a wider range of visitors who may not otherwise be able to explore underwater environments.
• The oval-shaped glass bottom viewing area offers everyone a comfortable seating arrangement to experience the underwater world.
• Ideal choice for those who may not be experienced swimmers, scuba divers, or have any barriers to diving.
What's Included
- First Aid
- Bottled Water
- Professional guide
- Life vest
- Drop-off at the meeting place
- Please bring cameras & questions.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
South Terminal, situated across from Bayshore Mall in George Town, is only a 350-yard walk from the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal. Guests arriving from the cruise ship will be guided, while those from other locations should proceed directly to the South Terminal.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Grand Cayman
On the Oculus Glass Bottom boat, you can explore the fascinating history of the sunken boats of Cali and Balboa in the Grand Cayman. Diving and snorkeling at these shipwrecks must get permission from the port beforehand. However, you don't need to get permission from the port if you join our glass bottom boat tour. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is perfect for those who are not strong swimmers, scuba divers, or have any complications that prevent them from diving.
• Admission Ticket Free
George Town
Embark on an unforgettable journey where our knowledgeable guides reveal the secrets of historic wrecks. You can experience the thrill of exploring these submerged relics firsthand, all while staying dry aboard our tour vessel. It's an immersive adventure that brings history to life right before your eyes.
• Admission Ticket Free
George Town
Cheeseburger Reef is known for its underwater sculptures, which have been strategically placed to enhance natural beauty and provide additional habitat for marine life. The reef's beauty, accessibility, and diverse marine life make it a popular destination for snorkelers and scuba divers visiting Grand Cayman. On this tour you can explore the vibrant marine life of Cheeseburger Reef.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum: 16 passengers
- Closed dates: Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
- Not recommended for people with mobility impairments, heart problems and motion sickness
- Not recommended for the people with respiratory issues
- People should bend their knees as they board a moving boat with some stairs.
Operated by SeaLand Adventure Tours Ltd.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
5 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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5 stars11
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4 stars0
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3 stars1
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1 stars1
Going on this tour was funny and fun. We were able to see the lumber and rice boat ship wreck. The information that was given was easy to understand. The crew was amazing, we got to meet a fish whisperer and see fish dance( fykyk). The fish was extremely close, and the best part was that we remained dry. Would definitely recommend.
We had a great time on the Oculus Glass Bottom Boat. The crew was great and entertaining. Loved seeing the fish and learning the history behind the shipwrecks.
Response from Host, Mar-2025
Dear Tammie, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time on the Oculus Glass Bottom Boat. Our crew loves making each tour fun and memorable, and we're glad you enjoyed the marine life and shipwreck history. We hope to welcome you aboard again for another adventure soon!
We saw so much more than I did diving, the captain was hilarious, and he went above and beyond to ensure we got a great view of the fishes
Response from Host, Mar-2025
Hello, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so glad to hear that you saw so much marine life in the Glass Bottom Boat Tour even more than while diving. Our captain loves making every trip fun and memorable, and we’re happy he went the extra mile to ensure you had the best views. We hope to have you aboard again for another amazing adventure!
They left without us. We were at the dock at 11:46 for a noon tour and they had already left the dock and were driving away. I yelled and waived at them but they never looked back. After I was on chat with viator for an hour they said they would pick us up for a tour at 1pm but we had to get back on the ship. Not the first time I had problems with a viator tour. Not cool that 8 of us that booked didn't get to go on the tour.
Response from Host, Feb-2025
Hello Debra, We're very sorry to hear about your experience. On that day, all tours were delayed due to the late arrival of cruise ship tenders. We attempted to contact you on the provided phone number to inform you of the delay, but unfortunately, the number was not available for calls. The departure you saw at the dock was actually our 11:00 AM tour, which was moved to 11:40 AM due to the tender delay. We run multiple tour departures each day. Our tours are scheduled at various times throughout the day. We offer several departure times daily for your convenience. Our schedule includes multiple tour departures per day. We operate numerous tours throughout the day. Guests can choose from several departure options each day. Our tours run at different times to accommodate various schedules. Our team also waited until 1:20 PM to accommodate your group. However, we received your cancellation before you reached out to us, and we left the dock accordingly. We always encourage our guests to contact us on the emergency number before making any cancellation decisions. We regret that we couldn’t welcome you on the tour and hope to have the opportunity to host you in the future.
The guide was great and his swimming under the boat to make the fish dance was entertaining. The boat is small and is crowded with 20 people or so. The glass in the bottom was not that clear but you could see to the ocean floor. You see 2 shipwrecks and cheeseburger reef. The trip was only an hour and was less then $100 so was worth it but don’t expect too much. It is very close to the cruise dock so easy to access.
Response from Host, Feb-2025
Hello Kevin, Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the guide's performance and the fun experience of seeing the fish "dance" beneath the boat. We accommodate a maximum of 20 people, even though the boat capacity is 25, to ensure passenger comfort. Our goal is to provide an accessible, enjoyable experience for our guests, and your feedback helps us improve. We're glad to hear that the trip was worth it and that the proximity to the cruise dock made it easy for you to join us.
Lawrence was informative and funny. Nice views of 2 shipwrecks and Cheeseburger Reef. Saw tarpin, barracuda, stingray, and a variety of other fish.
Response from Host, Jan-2025
Dear Benjam, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that our Captain made your Glass Bottom Boat tour both informative and enjoyable. It’s great that you got to enjoy the beautiful views of the shipwrecks, Cheeseburger Reef and fishes on this one hour Glass Bottom Boat excursion.
Great way to see the shipwrecks and reef. Lots of fish. Guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. Kids on board loved it.
Response from Host, Jan-2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the shipwrecks, reef, and the variety of fish on Glass Bottom Boat Tour. It's wonderful to know that the kids on board had a great time as well. We're happy that our guide was able to make the experience both entertaining and informative.
The staff was amazing. Very informative and fun experience! Would recommend for all visiting the Cayman Islands!
Response from Host, Oct-2024
Dear Nigel, Thank you for the fantastic 5-star rating of our Glass Bottom Boat tour! We’re thrilled our team made your experience memorable, and we truly appreciate your recommendation to all visiting the Cayman Islands!
Great captain- fun & friendly! Boat was safe and comfortable. Getting on and off is a bit tricky if you have mobility difficulties or use an aid to walk. I have a balance disorder and I did fine just using the rails and helping hands. We saw a shark, turtles, ray, lots of fish, 2 shipwrecks and Cheeseburger Reef.
Response from Host, Jul-2024
Dear Daniel, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Glass Bottom Boat tour and found our captain fun and friendly. Safety and comfort are top priorities for SEALAND ADVENTURE TOURS, so we're glad the boat met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback regarding boarding and disembarking. It's great to know that the rails and helping hands were useful for you. We'll continue to improve our processes to better assist guests with mobility difficulties. It's wonderful to hear you saw such a variety of marine life as well as the two shipwrecks and Cheeseburger Reef. We're happy you had a memorable experience. We hope to see you again soon!
We took a 10 am to 11 am tour during the Christmas break 2023 and it was fabulous!! The Captain and his assistant were very good, informative and entertaining! The views of the Cali and Balboa shipwrecks were excellent. The coral was a bit dead, understandably with all the development over the years and pollution. The fishes kept following the assistant who jumped into the Bay and showed up under the glass along with the fishes! All said, it was very much worth the money! Highly recommend this one!
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