Castaway Ray's Stingray Adventure — Attraction in South Abaco

Interesting note for animal lovers who are concerned about the stingrays. During our stay, one of the aquatics, Chris, told us they let the rays go from their enclosure during the recent Cat 4 hurricane to swim out to sea. Within days of the storm all 70 or so stingrays had voluntarily returned. They do not remove their barbs, they are simply trimmed for safety. That way if the stingrays escape (and some do but then always return a few days later), they will grow back in the wild. They are well treated, well fed and genuinely taken care of and aren't captive just to be novelties. Well...

Absolutely a fun and fantastic activity. You start with a cast member explaining what we'll be doing and safety info too. Then you go and feed the stingrays:) it was more fun then we even had expected. They are trained to come on a floating device (shaped like a Mickey Mouse head) and they suck the food out of your hand, it's even cooler then it sounds. Also, while you're standing there feeding them they swim between your legs, again VERY cool. Then you swim with them for about 45 minutes or so. You get a vest and snorkel equipment and just have a blast. Well priced and well worth...

We wanted to do this but it was sold out while trying to book online before the cruise. However, I decided to check at the shack anyway, and they had cancellations, so my eight-year-old son and I were able to do this. What an amazing experience! Not only were we able to feed the stingrays--which feels awesome on your hand--but we were able to snorkel with them and even pet them. It was one of the best experiences of our lives. We will definitely do this every time we visit...