Things to Do on Grand Cayman

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Things to do in Grand Cayman and the other Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands are a group of four islands in the Caribbean Sea, as well as a British territory. Located south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica (400 miles south of Miami), the Caymans are made up of three islands:

Grand Cayman
Little Cayman
Cayman Brac

The largest island, Grand Cayman, home to most of the population and the most popular tourist spots. The capital, George Town, is located there. The other two islands are also tourist destinations. In fact, if you're a bird lover, you'll be interested to know that Amazona leucocephala hesterna, also known as the Cayman Brac Parrot, is native to Cayman Brac. But, again, most of the tourist attractions are on Grand Cayman.

Things to do on Grand Cayman

Diving and Snorkeling

One of the biggest draws of Grand Cayman is that it has some of the best diving and snorkeling in the world. The reef formation of the island allows visitors the opportunity to view tropical fish and other aquatic life just by swimming a few hundred feet from shore. The clear blue water and tropical temperatures don't hurt either!

Seven Mile Beach

The waters are clear and the white sand stretches across five and a half miles, making it one of the most sought-after beaches in the world.

Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park

This famous nature park of flora and fauna is 65 acres, but is an easy trek for most anyone. It boasts paths of bromeliads, orchids, mahogany trees, dry thickets, swamp and wetland. And, for birders, there are approximately 300 native species of birds and reptiles living in the palms and the wood swamps inside the park.

Turtle Farm

Home to more than 16,000 turtles, the Turtle Farm in Boatswain's Beach is the only commercial sea turtle farm in the world. While the majority of the turtles are raised for food (turles are a national delicacy in the Caymans), about 40% of the turtles are released into the ocean when they reach one year old. Sometimes, tourists sponsor the release of a baby turtle into the sea. Butterfly Farm

At the Butterfly farm, tourists are treated to a nature walk inside where all types of butterflies are housed. Bring your camera.

Rum Point

Secluded and peaceful beach, perfect for lounging around in hammocks. But, also great for snorkeling.

Pirates' Caves

Combination nature park, petting zoo and marine park, with natural limestone cavesleading to the sea. Don't miss the many green iguanas and Cayman Islands’s signature blue iguana, as well as fresh-water turtles and spotted stingrays.

Mastic Trail

The Grand Cayman Mastic Trail runs through two miles of lush, tropical foliagemeanders through roughly 2 miles of lush tropical foliage. While hiking, you will see native plants and animals, including the Mastic tree, and the green parrot.

Eden Rock

Eden Rock has two must-see reefs for divers – Devil’s Grotto and Evil’s Rock. At Eden Rock, snorkelers can feed and play with yellowtails, sea fans, sergeant majors, sponges and other fish. The numerous grottos, caves, and miniwalls of Eden Rock are also popular with tourists.

Kayak Tours

Treat yourself to a kayak tour where you can explore areas not accessible from the shore.

George Town

The capital, where you can find wonderful restaurants and shopping.

Little Cayman Attractions

While only 10 miles long and 1 mile wide, Little Cayman offers those seeking solitude miles of uncrowded beaches. And, for divers, Little Cayman is famous for Bloody Bay Wall, which starts at 18 feet and pluges vertically to 1,200 feet. Little Cayman is also great for snorkeling.

Cayman Brac Attractions

Cayman Brac boasts wonderful diving opportunities, both wall diving and wreck diving. Popular wreck dives include the MV Captain Keith Tibbetts, a Russian frigate that was sunk in September 1996. You might also want to check out the Brac Parrot Reserve, which has species of trees not seen on Grand Cayman or Little Cayman, as well as the Cayman Brac Parrot.

When to Visit the Cayman Islands

The islands have a tropical marine climate. May to October you'll find warm, rainy summers, and from November to April you'll experience relatively dry winters. The biggest problem that you can encounter here are tropical cyclones that form during the Atlantic hurricane season that happens from July to November.

What's a wreck dive like? To give you a little taste, We include a YouTube video on wreck diving in the Grand Cayman Islands:

Synonyms: carribbean, caribbian, caribean, carribean, carabean, and caribian are typos for "Caribbean." Grand Caymen is a tyos for "Grand Cayman."