With its great visibility, colorful swim-throughs and amazing shipwrecks, it’s no wonder the Cayman Islands are known as a world-class dive destination. The diverse array of underwater attractions makes Grand Cayman a great place for beginners and advanced divers.

Grand Cayman is the largest of the Cayman Islands. The island can be divided into five districts from West End to East End, along with its capital George Town.

Along with world-class diving, Grand Cayman is known for a variety of other things as well. There is the award-winning Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, The Cayman Turtle Center and so much more. Grand Cayman is a must-visit destination with excursions that immerse guests in nature, to high-end shops and restaurants.

Scuba Diving

Head to Grand Cayman for wonderful diving, beautiful beaches and ample activities to choose from. With friendly locals, clear water and abundant sunshine, you’ll never want to leave.

With over 200 dive sites, you’re bound to see a few turtles, nurse sharks and stingrays. Amphitrite, a stunning 9-foot bronze mermaid statue, lies 50 feet off the shore of Sunset House. She serves as a popular attraction for divers and is totally Instagram-worthy!

Keep your eye out for:

• Stingrays
• Tarpon
• French angelfish
• Sea turtles
• Reef sharks
• Nurse sharks
• Parrotfish
• Octopus
• Grouper
• Moray eels

Recommended Specialty Courses

• Navigation
• Night & limited visibility
• Boat diving
• Nitrox
• Perfect buoyancy
• Photo & video
• Stress & rescue
• Deep diving
• Wreck diving

Culture

Grand Cayman is known for its beaches, crystal-clear water and diverse marine life. The island has a vibrant arts and music scene, with a focus on calypso and reggae music. Festivals and events also occur annually to celebrate the island’s culture. The official language on the island is English and the community is laid back and welcoming.

Stingray City

Stingray City is made up of a group of sandbars located 25 miles off the shore of Grand Cayman. These sandbars sit in just three feet of water, making them accessible for all. While visiting Stingray City, you will get the chance to interact with and feed the wild stingrays that live freely in the waters. Stingray City can be visited through a snorkeling trip, scuba trip or in a glass bottom boat.

USS Kittiwake Wreck

Dive the USS Kittiwake, a submarine rescue ship, for the world-famous wreckage and the wildlife. The USS Kittiwake was purposefully sunk to create an artificial reef. While diving, be on the lookout for sea turtles, grouper, stingrays and barracuda. The ship is shallow enough that snorkelers and free divers can also enjoy the wonders of the wreck.

Starfish Point

Head to the north side of Grand Cayman to spend the day snorkeling with starfish at Starfish Point. The water starts shallow and then drops off to about 10 feet deep. Snorkeling is the best way to see the starfish but you may get the chance to see them while walking through the shallow water as well. Make sure not to pull the starfish out of the water, as it’s illegal to do so. Drive or boat over to Starfish Point for a fun afternoon with these unique creatures.

Cayman Turtle Conservation and Education Center

The Cayman Turtle Conservation and Education Center (CTEC) works on releasing sea turtles into the ocean, sustainable husbandry that honors the Caymanian heritage and conservation education and advocacy. Visit the CTEC for up-close encounters with green sea turtles at all different stages of life. Make sure to check out the lagoon where you can snorkel right alongside these animals and the education center where you can learn more about turtles and conservation. There’s also a waterslide, nature trail, crocodile, sharks and a nature trail!