Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman is world-known for its coral-sand beaches, crystal clear water, awe-inspiring shipwrecks and amazing wall diving.
Explore The Cayman Islands
Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are a diver's paradise with their crystal-clear waters and stunning underwater landscapes. Comprising Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman, these islands offer a variety of diving experiences that cater to all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned divers. With some of the best visibility in the Caribbean, often ranging from 18–30 meters (60–100 feet), divers can explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life, including sea turtles, stingrays, and colorful reef fish. The islands' warm ocean temperatures, between 26–28°C/78–82°F, ensure comfortable diving conditions year-round.
Grand Cayman, the largest of the trio, is renowned for its spectacular wall dives, where dramatic drop-offs plunge into the deep blue, providing thrilling adventures for experienced divers. For those seeking calm and easy dives, the island offers numerous shore diving opportunities, perfect for encountering the resident turtles. Meanwhile, Little Cayman boasts the famous Bloody Bay Wall, considered one of the best wall dives globally, with its steep coral cliffs and abundant marine life. Cayman Brac, with its unique limestone topography, offers exciting wreck dives, including the sunken Russian destroyer, the MV Captain Keith Tibbetts. Whether you prefer the convenience of shore diving or the exploration offered by liveaboards, the Cayman Islands promise unforgettable underwater experiences filled with natural beauty and vibrant aquatic life.
Power Plug Type
A, B
Payment Method
VISA, MC, AMEX, DIS, DC, Cir, Plus
Tipping
10–15% / Service Staff / Tipping is expected in restaurants and for good service; many establishments include a 10–15% service charge.
Currency
KYD
Dial Code
+1-345
Electricity
120V / 60Hz
Time
UTC−5
Places to explore
Courses and Events
Dive Centers
Dive Sites
Top Wildlife Sightings in the Cayman Islands
In general, the Cayman Islands are well known for their beautiful coral reefs that are seething with hundreds of species of colorful fish, high numbers of turtles, reef sharks and plunging walls covered in corals, sponges and sea fans all in great visibility.
For those wanting to experience eagle ray flybys, head to Eagle Ray Rock off Grand Cayman where they’re regularly spotted swimming by.
Another great spot for rays is Stingray City, a shallow site where large groups of southern stingrays assemble in the shallow sand in Grand Cayman’s North Sound. The rays are very friendly and accustomed to humans and are far from shy.
At Little Cayman, seahorses, octopi and lobsters can be sighted in and among the black coral and impressive sponges that cover the Great Wall West dive site, which is part of the island’s Bloody Bay Wall complex.
Cumber’s Caves off Little Cayman is home to an array of epic topography, including caves and a wall covered in sponges and corals. With usually infinite visibility, you can also enjoy gazing at turtles, rays, snapper, jacks, lobsters and lots of sharks.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 27
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Barracuda
1.5k Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 200
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Moray Eel
860 Sightings
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Green Turtle
827 Sightings
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57
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100
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64
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75
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65
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39
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71
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Total number of species approx.: 25
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Eagle Ray
503 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle
442 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 600
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Wrasse
402 Sightings
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Loggerhead Turtle
218 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 300
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Octopus
198 Sightings
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13
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Total number of species approx.: 100
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Parrotfish
1.8k Sightings
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179
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Total number of species approx.: 80
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Stingrays
1.7k Sightings
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