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Cayman Islands
“World-Class” is Overused, But…
The islands of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac have long occupied a seat on the pantheon of A-list dive destinations. Some swear that when Neptue created his underwater masterpiece, he broke the proverbial mold when he created this Caribbean Eden.
Best time to travel: Year-round destination. High Season: Dec-Apr, Low Season: May-Nov. Diving: Boat. Underwater Life: Walls, Wrecks, Corals, Sponges, Pelagics, Eels, Blenny Fish, Sharks, Spotted Eagle Rays, Black Triggerfish, Groupers, Sunfish, Blackfin Tuna. Level: All. Sea Temps: 78°F in winter, 84°F in summer Air Temps: 82°F. Accommodations: Land Based Resorts. Other Adventures: Snorkeling, Eco-touring, Mountain Biking, Windsurfing, Kiteboarding, Sea Kayaking, Yoga, Bird Watching, Fishing, Sailing, and Horseback Riding.
Grand Cayman is home to the capital city of Georgetown. You’ll find most of the topside adventures here.
So far as diving goes, Grand Cayman’s north side has the largest, most spectacular walls. The north wall starts at 60 feet and drops thousands of feet into the ocean. As you’re soaring along the walls, you can spot eagle rays and schools of tarpons, barracudas, and mackerel. The walls are ornamented with big corals and a variety of caves and swim-throughs.
There are a few other electric dive sites, like the Kittiwake Wreck, Stingray City (a sandbank with dozens of friendly stingrays), and Amphitrite, a 9-foot bronze mermaid statue which is a can’t-miss photo-op.
Little Cayman is the smallest of the Cayman Islands, yet she offers perhaps the biggest diving attraction: Bloody Bay Wall. The wall plummets from 12 feet to more than 6,000 feet and nearly every inch is studded with fans and corals. In the stunning visibility you can see a variety of fish in all sizes. There are some places where the wall is so steep that it becomes truly vertical.
“Brac” is a Gaelic name for “bluff.” It’s a good name for Cayman Brac, an island iconic for its scenic limestone bluffs that offer hikers an extraordinary view of the ocean.
With her low-key demeanor and slow pace, Cayman Brac is the shiest of the sisters. However, like her sister, Little Cayman, her beauty is understated. There are more than 3 dozen dive sites ringing her shores, most of them coral walls — one of them is covered in a dizzying number of strawberry sponges.
You could say the wall diving at the Cayman Islands is the standard to which every wall diving destination measures up to (or measures down to). The islands have magnificent coral walls that are covered in a wide array of huge corals and sponges, and which also have numerous caves and swim-throughs you can poke around in.
It’s possible to squeeze all 3 islands into a single dive trip, but sometimes more is less. You cannot easily hop from one island to the next, so it’s best to immerse yourself in one island and come back again for the others. Each island has an excellent assortment of dive sites that deserve as much of your bottom-time as possible.
You will enjoy the Cayman Islands…
If You Enjoy Wall Diving
The Cayman Islands are coral heads that sit atop an underwater mountain range. Naturally, they’ve got sloping coral walls that slip down to the depths. Some of the walls are impressive for their enormous drop-offs, while others are etched with swim-throughs, canyons, and flourishing reef tops. You will encounter a beautiful assortment of sponges at each island; there are 57 species in the Cayman Islands.
If You Enjoy Leisurely Diving
The seas are usually calm around the Cayman Islands so the diving is easy and pleasurable. Divers of all levels can visit the same dive sites; advanced divers can go deeper down the walls while beginning divers can enjoy the sun-kissed reef tops. The visibility rarely drops below 60 feet, and can reach up to 100 feet.
If You’re Looking for a Quiet Getaway
The Cayman Islands aren’t much of a beach party, so it’s the ideal place to go if you’re looking for quiet, scenic beaches. Grand Cayman is the exception, but even on the big island you can find places that are quite serene.
Nestled on the pristine Seven Mile Beach, this legendary dive resort provides direct access to world-famous dive sites, including the famous Stingray City. With experienced staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and abundant marine life, Sunset House is a paradise for both beginning and advanced divers.
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**Can be upgraded to add more daily dives and/or all-inclusive meal plan.
Immerse yourself in the experience that is Little Cayman Beach Resort – designed by divers to provide guests with the ultimate enjoyment of world-class diving that’s just minutes away. Bask in an intimate environment where their staff remember your name and preferences to provide you with personalized services, above and below the water.
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**Can be upgraded to add more daily dives and/or all-inclusive meal plan.
A secluded paradise on the picturesque island of Cayman Brac, the resort offers a tranquil escape for those seeking natural beauty and adventure. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters and lush tropical landscapes, this charming resort features comfortable accommodations, a beachfront restaurant, and a variety of water sports activities.
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**Can be upgraded to add more daily dives and/or all-inclusive meal plan.
There’s shopping and dining on Grand Cayman, but the Cayman Islands, as a whole, are best suited for travelers who desire tranquil landscapes and quiet R&R on the beach.
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