TESTUDO'S SNORKEL GUIDE Cayman Off the Beaten Path
Hi Testudo, I'm looking to stay on the north shore in 2014 the month of June. How is the snorkeling compared to other areas? To give you an idea what I'm looking for: more seclusion away from crowds, strictly shore snorkeling, variety of corals, and willing to brave some current and some waves. Also I'd like to not have to worry about commercial boats or jet skis running me over. Snorkeling is my main concern. I don't care about places to eat or a bar nearby. I'm coming for the snorkeling.
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Snorkeling along the north shore is by far the best off the island.  If snorkeling is your aim, it is the place to be.  Take a look at the various guide entries like those listed under Rum Point, Wonderland, Queen’s Monument and Barefoot Beach for an idea of what would be in store.  

The linked Google Map notes many of the lodging options and snorkeling areas, so you can get a good idea of their respective proximity to one another.  Don’t think anyone would consider any of the North Side or East End lodging options to be crowded.  Both districts comprise what is known as the “Quiet Side” of Grand Cayman.

The only place where commercial tours frequent is the Rum Point Boulder Coral Garden.  But in June there should be few tours since it is a slow time for cruise ships.  Regardless, a flotation flag is always a good idea to have in tow.  The RedSail water sports desk at the Rum Point Beach Club provides them for free.

If you haven’t already, checkout the TripAdvisor Cayman Islands forum for advice and opinions from others as well: http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g147364-i260-Cayman_Islands.html

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