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Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment introduces guests to the natural wonders and rich cultural traditions of the Cayman Islands. Throughout these unique Caribbean eco-tours, the islands’ ecological resources become a natural classroom and living laboratory in which adults, families and kids learn while having so much fun, they’ll never imagine it’s educational. Through exploration and active study, Ambassadors have meaningful experiences that imbue them with a deep appreciation and respect for nature, as well as an understanding of how to live more environmentally responsibly back home. At the heart of these Grand Cayman eco-tours are four principles: everything is connected; there is no waste in nature; everything runs on energy; and biodiversity is good.

Each Grand Cayman Ambassadors of the Environment adventure begins upon arrival at our Heritage House, a traditional island cottage showcasing Caymanian culture. The building is surrounded with innovative examples of ecologically responsible living, including native flora, edible landscaping and alternative energy exhibits. This is the setting for the discovery of sustainable living, eco-friendly construction, efficient energy use and leading-edge sustainable practices.
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jmcousteauambassadors > This is our unique and extremely endangered Blue Iguana, which can only be found on Grand Cayman.
This is our unique and extremely endangered Blue Iguana, which can onl ...
jmcousteauambassadors > There are so many fascinating facts to learn about the fish that call our reefs home, like this juvenile French Angelfish which will completely lose its stripes as it matures into an adult.
There are so many fascinating facts to learn about the fish that call ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Paddle into the wonderland of our Mangroves as we kayak through this unique ecosystem, which is the nursery for our reefs and the protector of our island.
Paddle into the wonderland of our Mangroves as we kayak through this u ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Interacting with some of the local school children, we help them get creative as they turn old junk into fun crafts, realizing that there are many ways to reuse and recycle.
Interacting with some of the local school children, we help them get c ...
jmcousteauambassadors > This Banana Orchid is the Cayman’s National flower and it is a real treat to see as it usually blooms only once a year in late spring.
This Banana Orchid is the Cayman’s National flower and it is a real ...
jmcousteauambassadors > It is hard to believe, but I am holding a crab that has decorated itself with algae so it can camouflage in the tide pool where it lives.
It is hard to believe, but I am holding a crab that has decorated itse ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Ready, set, dive… explore Grand Cayman’s underwater marine park to depths of 100 feet as you take a smooth ride on the Atlantis XI Submarine.
Ready, set, dive… explore Grand Cayman’s underwater marine park to ...
jmcousteauambassadors > After learning why plants are so important and how amazing they are that they can make their own food, our younger guests get a chance to plant their own seeds in our garden.
After learning why plants are so important and how amazing they are th ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Dazzling us with its ever changing colors, this Caribbean Reef Squid is one of our favorite creatures to find whilst snorkeling in our clear waters.
Dazzling us with its ever changing colors, this Caribbean Reef Squid i ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Yummy... children waiting in anticipation for their freshly baked solar oven cookies.
Yummy... children waiting in anticipation for their freshly baked sola ...
jmcousteauambassadors > This is an endemic species in Grand Cayman called the Blue Anole, and while it is beautiful when blue it can also turn green, gray and brown.
This is an endemic species in Grand Cayman called the Blue Anole, and ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Not everyone is necessarily an expert, but our Naturalists will help make you feel comfortable as we explore the underwater world.
Not everyone is necessarily an expert, but our Naturalists will help m ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Just one of many examples of what fun things can be created when we reconsider what we think to be trash.
Just one of many examples of what fun things can be created when we re ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Here our little guests get a hands-on experience of what amazing creatures survive the extreme highs and lows of the tide pool world.
Here our little guests get a hands-on experience of what amazing creat ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Our adorable friends like this Cuban Tree Frog are very important as they eat many of our pesky insects.
Our adorable friends like this Cuban Tree Frog are very important as t ...
jmcousteauambassadors > This is a beautiful queen conch snail found at one of our many shipwreck sites that are lots of fun to explore while snorkeling.
This is a beautiful queen conch snail found at one of our many shipwre ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Here our younger guests enjoy playing on our white serene beaches after learning the secrets of the sand.
Here our younger guests enjoy playing on our white serene beaches afte ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Although it looks like a snowflake, this amazing creature is actually an Upside-Down Jellyfish, also known as a Cassiopeia and it can be found living in our Mangroves.
Although it looks like a snowflake, this amazing creature is actually ...
jmcousteauambassadors > Local school groups visit our booth at an Earth Day event to learn amazing facts and why it is important to protect our oceans.
Local school groups visit our booth at an Earth Day event to learn ama ...
jmcousteauambassadors > This Flamingo Tongue Snail is one of the many jewels that you can discover whilst snorkeling with us over our beautiful reefs.
This Flamingo Tongue Snail is one of the many jewels that you can disc ...
jmcousteauambassadors > We like to practice the motto ‘take only pictures, and leave only bubbles’ in our snorkeling underwater photography class.
We like to practice the motto ‘take only pictures, and leave only bu ...
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