Cayman Islands

Below the surface of Cayman’s clear waters lies an extraordinary marine world of brightly coloured sea life, where turtles and eagle rays share pristine coral reefs with fabulously marked fish. There are hundreds of dive and snorkel sites available in the Cayman Islands, suitable for every level from novice upwards, many just a small swim away from the shore.

Some of the better known include the Bloody Bay Wall, frequently listed amongst the best wall dives in the world and Sting Ray City, a unique site where friendly stingrays congregate around a shallow sand bar in open waters, and happily interact with their two legged admirers.

The Cayman Islands’ waters also hold the wrecks of a number of ships from small fishing vessels to the 330 foot wreck of a Russian Frigate named the Captain Keith Tibbetts, which was intentionally sunk in 1996. Today these wrecks and many others attract divers and snorkellers alike, as well as a variety of inquisitive marine life. Those wishing to enjoy the underwater spectacle but stay dry can do so in one of the many submersibles available to visitors.

Whether drawn by its history and heritage, wildlife or marine world, sandy bays and beach bars or the fabulous resorts and restaurants, visitors discover that the Cayman Islands bring more than a splash of colour to even the most seasoned traveller.