Cayman Island Activities

WHY PEOPLE COME TO THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

The Cayman Islands are very famed for offering a wise variety of outdoor sporting activities and tax breaks that make financial investment highly appealing. Here of some of the reasons tourism is such a booming industry for the region and why so many opt to relocate to this idyllic paradise.

Amazing Beaches

Cayman has some of the most beautiful and unspoiled beaches in the world. They are fairly extensive, given that there are 3 islands, with the Seven Mile Beach on the Grand Cayman being most famous. Even during peak tourist seasons there are still plenty of room to be found on the sands. It is also here where you will find many of the top hotel chains and restaurants. Snorkeling activities are easily carried out along these beaches because there are lovely shallow corals where swimmers can explore and admire underwater life.

Deep Sea Fishing

Sport fishing is fun when you have the right person to guide you to the best fishing grounds and a suitable boat to get there. Top private charter firms like Cayman Private Charters are renowned for helping even novice fishermen bring back prize catches of blue marlin, tuna, mahi mahi and swordfish. The deepest Caribbean waters offer the best fishing grounds for large sized catches. A well catered charter can provide visitors with all they need to make their half or full day fishing trip an immense pleasure.

 

Scuba Diving

This is a more advanced level of diving and offers greater opportunities to explore deeper sections of the reefs and the several underwater wrecks that have been taken over by marine life. It is possible to try deep sea diving all round the year with over 200 dive sites found around Grand Cayman alone. Some great sites include the USS Kittiwake, Trinity Caves, Paradise Reef and the Bloody Bay Marine Park off Little Cayman.

Water Sports

The waters off the shoreline of the Cayman Islands tend to be very calm, offering a safe environment in which to try out all manner of water sports. There are many places you can hire equipment to attempt activities such as paddle boarding, kayaking, jet skiing, surfing, kite boarding and seabobbing.

 

Snorkeling

This shallow diving activity is greatly enjoyed on the islands thanks to the clear blue waters and abundance of marine life that wanders close to the shoreline. From stingrays at Stingray City to turtles at the Boatswain Beach Turtle Farm, there are plenty of places to visit and explore. This activity is very safe to undertake even with children as long as there is adequate supervision.

Hiking

Further inland you can enjoy plenty of exploration thanks to the establishment of excellent hiking trails through attractions like the Mastic Trail in the Grand Cayman and Rebecca's Cave in Cayman Brac. Many of the popular trails expose visitors to natural wonders like the Cayman parrot, the Silver Thatch palm and wild banana orchids. Some trails also allow for equestrian enthusiasts to travel along on horseback.

 

Bird Watching

This is another highly popular pastime that is aided by the presence of some very rare bird species such as the Brac Parrot and the Vitelline Warbler. There are currently 244 recorded species that either permanently reside on the islands or visit seasonally, making this destination a crowning achievement for many a bird watcher.

Hospitality & Wellness

The Cayman Islands offers varying kinds of accommodations for visitors and new residents. From resorts and 5 star hotels to luxury villas and furnished condos. There are plenty of choices available at varying rates. Many of these hotels also offer wellness services in the form of spa facilities, gyms and yoga studios.

 

Destination Weddings

This idyllic, tropical paradise makes for the perfect backdrop to this most important occasion. Being so accessible through various cities across northern America,the Cayman Islands are a great choice for destination weddings. Many hotels and event organizing firms offer services to help plan this perfect day. From floral arrangements to wedding photography services all aspects of the ceremony and reception can be easily taken care off. The setting also allows guests to enjoy their own vacation as the couple can jet off to another island for their honeymoon.

Culinary Journey

The islands are home to an impressive variety of restaurants representing various cultural influences. The easy access to a wide variety of fresh seafood also means that this is the primary ingredient in most menus. There is a wide spectrum of restaurants to consider, including the high end Blue at the Ritz Carlton, The Caribbean's only AAA Five Diamond restaurant in Grand Cayman and fast food Po Po Jebs Pizza in Cayman Brac. Culinary events like the Cayman Cookout and Taste of Cayman festival are another opportunity for residents and visitors to try out a diverse range of food choices for varying budgets.