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 Feeding The Stingrays by catalysta
Our dive master filled us in on the stingray feeding protocol. First we were given more weight than normal, so we'd be able to kneel on the sandy floor easily. The dive was on a clear sandy bottom in about 15 feet of crystal clear water. They have very tender skin on the underside, so we weren't wearing any snorkels either. Oh, by the way, they don't sting unless stepped on, that's why we were to kneel in place. Leave a Comment Theme: Scuba Diving
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 Stingray Kiss by catalysta
"Hell, no!" I gargled at him, "I just need more weight so I can stay still enough to feed them!" I stuffed the weights into my belt and raced back down to re-join the melee. Leave a Comment Theme: Scuba Diving
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 Shore Dive by catalysta
East End Divers gave me the exciting opportunity to dive less frequented areas, including one dive I loved, with swim-throughs and canyons in the reef, and fish that had probably never seen divers before.
But when I go back, I'd like to stay part of my time at one of the dive hotels previously mentioned, and just enjoy the convenience of wandering into the water any time I'd like for a shore dive.
You can rent whatever you don't bring, not to worry. I usually like to do carry-ons only, so I just bring my dive mask, snorkel, dive booties & a lightweight pair of snorkeling fins, then I rent the rest.
I found the equipment I rented here to be first rate, not beat-up backpacker divers' gear like on some other islands. Leave a Comment Theme: Scuba Diving
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Way up on the north end of the island, past the Turtle Farm & Hell, is a very laid back diver's resort called the Spanish Reef Resort. Anyone is welcome to snorkel or shoredive at their facility, and a nice little dive shop is there on the premises for your convenience, Resort Sports.
Since I was with Mom on this trip to Grand Cayman I mostly snorkeled, but decided to do one little shore dive up here. It was an easy and fun excursion, and the resort definitely looks like a pleasant laid back kind of spot for diving couples who don't want the hectic crush of the crowds around Georgetown at some of the other dive resorts in town.
The dive shop has all you need if you didn't bring your own equipment - EXCEPT they do not rent out wetsuits! The water was actually warm enough while I was there that a wet suit wasn't required, but I had a dive skin to use anyway (for my personal protection from bumping into fire coral or jellyfish). Leave a Comment
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We did 5 dives with Don Foster's on the West Side, which also included the Stingray City Dive. For the most part it was enjoyable. Don Foster's dive operation expected you to set up your own equipment. Before beginning your dive, do check that your tank is full as sometimes people put the caps back on & you might end up with a empty tank. We were not pleased that we did our giant stride off the back of the boat & rather than descended right there were expected to swim against the current to the front of the boat & then descend. It cost a lot of us a lot of air! Other than that, the dives were pleasant with both walls & reefs. We saw a variety of marine life including Turtles, Eagle Rays, Purple Wrasse, Blue Tang, Nudi Branches, Butterfly Fish, etc., & at one point even a nurse shark. There were swim throughs that were fun. First time I ever did that & have to admit I enjoyed it. I do have to admit though that the West End is beginning to show it's wear and tear as the marine life is not as prolific nor the coral beds as beautiful as the east end. But all in all, I would recommend diving the west end, it gives you chance to have some variety & truly appreciate the beauty of the east end. As far as Don Foster's. Although they are very pleasant & one of the Divemasters, Ryan, in particular, was very helpful, they are lacking in customer service. The next time I dive the west end I think I will try another dive shop
There is no need to bring any special gear or equipment other than your swimsuit. We can't have you running around naked now can we? LOL All the dive shops have tanks, weights, belts, wetsuits, fins & masks for rent. Personally, I would recommend that you bring your own mask. A mask that fits your own unique face has less of a tendancy to leak. Theme: Scuba DivingAddress: Casuarina PointPhone: 1-800-833-4837Directions: In Georgetown, just before going into the South Sound on West Bay RoadWebsite: http://www.donfosters.com/ Other Contact: 345-949-5679
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- 7 Mile Beach Resort and Club
19 D Piper Way West Bay Rd, Grand Cayman - Sunshine Suites Resort
43 Peninsula Ave (formerly Wyndham Sunshine Suites), Grand Cayman - Villas Pappagallo
West Bay Barker P.O. Box 41GT, Grand Cayman - Lacovia Condos
PO Box 32309, Grand Cayman - Spanish Bay Reef Resort
West Bay Road, West Bay PO Box 903GT, Grand Cayman - The Westin Casuarina Resort And Spa
PO Box 30620, Grand Cayman - Marriott Grand Cayman Beach Resort
389 West Bay Road, Grand Cayman - Aqua Bay Club
West Bay Road, Grand Cayman - Courtyard Grand Cayman
1590 West Bay Rd, Grand Cayman - Compass Point Dive Resort
Austin Connolly Road, Grand Cayman - The Grandview
95 Snooze Lane Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman - Sunset House
390 South Church Street PO Box 479 GT, Grand Cayman - George Town Villas
47 Snooze Lane P O Box 1169, Grand Cayman - The Reef Resort
1 Queens Highway East End, Colliers Bay, Grand Cayman - Britannia Villas Grand Cayman
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Caribbean, Grand Cayman
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