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Grand Cayman Diving

Cayman Islands water sports are best known for Grand Cayman diving, Grand Cayman snorkeling and Grand Cayman fishing. The waters around the Island make for crystal-clear visibility with great sand bars and reefs to investigate while diving in the Cayman Islands. Grand Cayman fishing offer big-game like marlin and yellowfin tuna. These fish won’t give you a scare while diving in Grand Cayman but do make Grand Cayman fishing very exciting.

Grand Cayman Diving
Grand Cayman diving is first rate with a worldwide reputation for beauty. Experienced Grand Cayman diving expeditions take place near the Great Wall, a large coral reef off the north coast of the Island. Sunken ships, coral formations and exotic marine life in crystal blue waters make Grand Cayman diving an unforgettable experience. There are many operators to choose from while diving in the Cayman Islands, though most will offer packages that include the best Grand Cayman diving sites. Another interesting Grand Cayman diving option can be found at Stingray City where divers can scuba with large rays right beside! Other Grand Cayman diving can be found in the shallow waters of Orange Canyon while Trinity Caves offer great Cayman Islands diving in deep waters.

One-third of all tourists that visit Grand Cayman Island come for the scuba diving, a seemingly impressive statistic until you view what Grand Cayman scuba has to offer. To go on a Grand Cayman scuba expedition divers will need to carry certification. Travelers can find on-island certification for Grand Cayman scuba though it can take a while. To reach certification for Grand Cayman scuba a four-day course is available (around $400) though real beginner may want to try shallow water Grand Cayman scuba instruction (around $100/session).

Grand Cayman Dive Operators:

Bob Sotos:
Phone: 345.947.4631 or 800.262.7686

Don Fosters:
Phone: 345.949.5679 or 800.833.4837

Red Sail Sports:
Phone: 345.949.8745 or 800.255.6425.

Almost all of the operators rent diving gear including equipment for underwater photography.

Grand Cayman Fishing
Grand Cayman fishing is an amazing experience. The Cayman Islands fishing options include live-bait, fly, reef, and deep trawling. Grand Cayman fishing can be done under the warm Caribbean sun or the bright Caribbean stars. There are many Cayman Island fishing companies that organize boat tours and will even serve meals aboard. Most Cayman Islands fishing takes place off of Grand Cayman but great Cayman fishing can be found between Little Cayman and Cayman Brac as well.

Grand Cayman Deep-Sea Fishing:
Deep-sea, bottom, bone and shoreline fishing are available in most areas.
Deep-sea fishing has almost become as much of a lure to the island as scuba diving. During June, an International Fishing Tournament is labeled “Million Dollar Month” with cash and other prizes for winners. Most hotels and watersports concessions and shops will put visitors in touch with the top fishing boat charters.

Grand Cayman Snorkeling:
Grand Cayman offers exceptional snorkeling due to the clarity of its waters…The best areas are to be found where there is a reef close by. You may either bring your own equipment or rent-the rates are reasonable.

Grand Cayman Boating:
Sailboats, windsurfers and small motorboats are available for rental in the main resort areas. Large motorboats are not normally available for rental but it is possible to go water skiing, snorkeling and fishing with a guide. Glass bottom boat tours are popular as well and available in the main resort areas.

Grand Cayman Villa Rentals

A bit of Britain in the tropics…world class scuba diving and snorkeling…exceptional brilliant white sandy beaches…excellent dining…an excellent choice for families and for those seeking an island that feels a bit more like the United States. The Cayman Islands are a British Crown colony that includes Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Located just 480 miles south of Miami, Grand Cayman boasts permanent political and economic stability and provides a safe and relaxing atmosphere. The tranquil islands are home to some of the friendliest people in the Caribbean whose courteous and civil manners are renowned and most befitting their British heritage. Grand Cayman is a small treasure offering elegance, warmth and the charm of tradition. Strictly imposed standards keep every inch of the island sparkling clean and extremely safe. Indeed, the streets are free of peddlers of any kind as law prohibits it.

Grand Cayman Island villa rentals offer unusual island splendor in conjunction with a strong tourist infrastructure. Many of the finest villas on Grand Cayman Island are beachfront Grand Cayman villas. Most Grand Cayman villa rentals are centered around Cayman Kai - approximately 35 minutes drive from Georgetown. There are Grand Cayman villas located on 7-mile beach including: Villa Positano, Sea Spray, and Coral Reef.

Grand Cayman villas are especially great for honeymooners as many of the smaller Cayman villa rentals are great values. Many Grand Cayman rentals feature great access to the beautiful Caribbean Sea. Cayman Islands villa rentals also afford guests the opportunity to visit the famous Sting Ray City. Grand Cayman is known for world class diving, a feature that has not gone unnoticed by Grand Cayman villa rental clients. Many of these Cayman Island diving excursions are arranged through boat operators, as such; fishing trips are also easily accessible to Grand Cayman villa rental clients.

For more information regarding Grand Cayman villa rentals, please visit the "Island Information" section of the Grand Cayman destination page. There you will find information concerning rental cars, transfers, restaurants, sights and activities.