Three is a magic number. When two is few and four is much, three is always just right. Such is the case with the Cayman Islands, where a trio of hideaways combine to create the ultimate escape. Put yourself on the map in Grand Cayman, venture off the path in Cayman Brac, and then have the world to yourself in Little Cayman as these islands complement each other perfectly. With over 365 dive sites of walls, reefs, wrecks, canyons, arches, chimneys and caves, you could dive a different site every day of the year and still have more to explore in the Cayman Islands.

Spend a week circling lively Grand Cayman, venture off the beaten path to Little Cayman and Cayman Brac, or have an extended adventure with us and experience all three. Whatever your desire, Neverland is ready to cruise. 

Living up to its name in every sense, Grand Cayman fuses arts with culture and nature with wonder to produce the perfect atmosphere. On the west side of the island is award-winning Seven Mile Beach, a crescent-shaped stretch of sand with infinite possibilities. Meanwhile, the North Sound is home to a neighborhood of stingrays that’s so big, they call it a city. From shore to shore there’s always something to explore.

George Town

George Town is the capital city and a popular port for Caribbean cruise ships. This quaint town is host to a variety of activities including fascinating rum distillery tours, beautiful art galleries, top-notch shopping that includes duty-free shops, delicious eateries, and a historical museum. Thrill-seekers will also enjoy excursions like submarine tours and parasailing.

Seven Mile Beach

Named one of the Ultimate Beaches in the region by Caribbean Travel + Life, the 4th Best Beach in the Caribbean by Trip Advisor, and the 12th of the best beaches in the world by MSN, Seven Mile Beach is among the many reasons why Grandy Cayman is considered the ultimate destination.

The expansive waterfront here is open to the public, making it possible to walk the full length of the shore regardless of where you’re staying. Taking a stroll, you’ll stumble on restaurants at the resorts and several beach bars. Seven Mile Beach encompasses so many different activities, too. Whether you want to work on your tan and watch the waves roll in, or partake in some parasailing, Seven Mile Beach gives you every chance to enjoy what Cayman is all about.

Special Sights

Ditch the crowds at Seven Mile Beach and head for nature and tranquility at the Queen Elizabeth Botanic Garden. Or take in some history at the National Museum and the early 18th century Pedro St. James house, the oldest building on the island.

For something truly unique, we can explore the breathtaking Cayman Crystal Caves or see the water bloom with light after night falls at the Bioluminescent Bay on Rum Point.

Finally, no stay at Grand Cayman would be complete without the famous Stingray City. Located on a group of sandbars inside the reef of the North Sound, aquatic lovers mingle with marine life by wading among friendly stingrays that have become accustomed to being fed by fisherman and tourists. This once-in-a-lifetime experience lets you get up close to these magnificent animals in only three feet of water.

Bars and Restaurants

Grand Cayman is the island to be on if you want some nights out on the town and dinners at some of the best restaurants in the world.

Fall in fine-dining foodie love at Blue Cilantro or discover a truly perfect beach bar with conch fritters and coconut-curry fish at Kaibo. 

Scuba Diving

We don’t have to sail to the sister islands for some amazing scuba diving; Grand Cayman has some of the most interesting and unique dive sites all around its own shoreline.

The USS Kittiwake is an ex-US Navy ship that was purposely sunk in Grand Cayman to create a new dive site. The Kittiwake was active in the US Navy for over 50 years, acting as a submarine rescue vessel. The max depth of the water at the Kittiwake is around 65 feet and it’s about 20 feet from the top of the wreck to the surface of the water—making it great site for snorkelers, too. If you’re an avid wreck diver don’t forget about the lesser known Oro Verde, originally built for the US Army Transportation Corps over 70 years ago. It was then sunk in Grand Cayman in 1980.

Eden Rock & Devil’s Grotto are two dive sites that are next to each other. Eden Rock has lots of coral and fish, and Devil’s Grotto has underwater caves that you can explore. There are also lots of tarpon and small silver sprats in this area.

Colorful reefs, unique growth, and tons of sea creatures can be found at Macabuca, Tarpon Alley, Pennies Pinnacle, Babylon, Orange Canyon, and Eagle Ray Pass. All are easily accessible just offshore.

Named for its breathtaking bluff, Cayman Brac is off the beaten track but remains charming, allowing thrill-seekers and nature-lovers to get up close and personal with rare flora and fauna. The tiny towns here have names like West End, Watering Place, Cotton Tree Bay, Creek and Spot Bay.

Cave Exploration

Among Cayman Brac’s many natural wonders are its plentiful caves. In fact, you could happily spelunk your way across the island. Start by crawling through the entrance of Nani’s Cave and shine your headlamp or flashlight around to see the incredible formations inside the cavern’s belly. Or enjoy the natural light that floods various openings at the Bat Cave, where vines drape through as if arranged by a genius cave stylist. If you’re feeling daring, wander into the darker corners of the Bat Cave to find the resident black fruit bats, who—chances are—will be calmly sleeping upside down.

Scuba and Snorkel

Wilderness Wall is located on the south side of Cayman Brac. This is a deep wall that drops several hundred feet into the abyss and one of the must-dive spots on the island.

Another must-do dive is the MV Captain Keith Tibbetts, an ex-Soviet Union ship that was built in 1984 for the Cuban Navy and is the only Soviet warship wreck that can be dove in the Western Hemisphere. It’s a staggering 330-feet in length, and was sunk in Cayman Brac in 1996.

Hiking The Bluff

The Lighthouse Footpath is a 2.5-mile hike that overlooks coastal bluffs and culminates at the island’s lighthouse. At 140 feet above sea level—the highest point throughout the Cayman Islands—the lighthouse offers stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. 

Don’t forget to look up! The lush green forests throughout Cayman Brac are a birdwatcher’s dream with endangered parrots, brown boobies and peregrine falcons perched in the canopy.

You know that remote island wonderland you always see in films and read about in books? It’s here. At only ten miles long and one mile wide, there may be more peace and quiet per square inch on Little Cayman than anywhere else. Bask on empty beaches with soft sand and only the sound of the breeze rustling the palm trees. Then, take a bike or a scooter up and down the shore.

Beyond “Off The Beaten Path”

Venture to South Hole Sound Lagoon for a private swim in water that is every shade of blue. Or row out to the unofficial fourth island in Cayman. Just a paddleboard ride away off the coast of Little Cayman, Owen Island offers seascapes in their purest form, making you feel as if you were the last person on the planet. Pack a picnic and watch the world pass you by.

Scuba Diving 

Bloody Bay Wall is regarded as the most breathtaking drop-off in the Caribbean, and the famous diver and explorer Jacques Cousteau considers Bloody Bay Wall to be one of the top dive sites in the world. This remarkable formation begins at a shallow depth of 20-30 feet and drops vertically to the abyssal depth of 1,000 feet. This wall is so vertical that you feel like a skydiver hanging in space. The visibility is so clear that you can see the wall 200 feet to the left, to right and directly below. It is the most amazing undersea panorama that you can imagine. You feel so small in the vastness of this towering cliff face.

Bloody Bay Wall is actually a string of more than a dozen dive sites that run along the edge of the wall where you can explore incredible coral formations and experience many sea creatures such as octopus, sharks, stingrays, and arrow crabs. 

Dining

Just because Little Cayman is remote doesn’t mean we can’t find a great meal ashore. The Cook Food Caboose offers visitors a huge variety of delicious meals, all cooked in a traditional Cayman style. If we’re starving after all the incredible diving at The Bloody Wall we can relax at McCoy’s right onshore. Their BBQ chicken and ribs night with homemade bread pudding is the stuff of legends.