The Cayman Islands have colorful marine life with over 100 feet visibility, and reefs in shallow water close to shore. As a reef protected area, the water is usually very calm making it enjoyable to snorkel or scuba dive with ease.
Since the late 1980's the reef has been protected as a Marine Park, and the result has been flourishing marine life providing great sightings of reef fish, tame sting rays, lobsters, and turtles.
Grand Cayman Snorkeling and Diving from Shore
The Wreck Of the Cali shipwreck and coral reef, comes to within just 5 feet of the surface. A very short swim from shore, this is a great snorkeling and diving adventure in shallow water of only 25 feet. Located just a 5 minute walk heading north from the cruise ship terminals, to Hammerheads Bar & Grill where you may rent mask, fins,
and snorkeling vest.
Learn to Scuba Dive See the Cali Ship Wreck and Reef
Snorkling the shallow reef near the ship wreck where the reef is within 5 feet of the surface, and full of all the reef fish imaginable.
Grand Cayman Fish Market by the Sea Local Fishermen Sell Their Fresh Catch Daily
On a short walk North of the cruise ship terminals, right in the heart of the George Town Harbour area, you'll see the local fishermen cleaning their morning catch. Snapper, Triggerfish, Mahi Mahi,are just a few of the available fish for sale by the pound. If you are staying on Grand Cayman, this is a great source of local fresh fish. If you are only onshore for the day, it is still a treat to meet the fishermen, and hear their
local accents as they tell you their fishing tales.
Homemade Ice Cream Parlour Caymanian Traditions' Local Fruit Flavors
Local fruits are used in the homemade ice cream offered at Caymanian Traditions. This wonderful ice cream parlour is located on the second floor of the South
cruise ship terminal. Natural vanilla and of course chocolate are among the many flavors, but be brave and try one of the local fruit flavors, they are delicious!
Sandwiches, water and other snack foods are available. Art, jewelry, souvenirs and locally made items make this stop a delightful adventure during your
visit in Grand Cayman.
Kayak Tours Kayaking is for everyone - No experience is necessary
Guided snorkeling tours from shore are a fun way to enjoy two different excursions at the same time. Our guided kayak tours from
two locations. At Hammerheads Bar & Grill, within walking distance of the cruise ship terminals and at Kaibo Bar & Grill 25 minutes via transportation.
They are conveniently located where you can get food, water, and near restrooms. You may rent everything you need. Experienced guides will
give you great information along the paddling trip, and a short
briefing about the marine life you will be seeing.
Cayman Kayaks also offers eco-adventure kayaking tours in the pristine waters of the North Sound,the largest reef-fringed lagoon of the Cayman Islands.
Explore the mangroves, bays and beaches of Grand Cayman on a stable and safe sit-on-top kayak. Escape to the remote tropical island atmosphere of
Cayman Kai, a 25 minute drive from the Cruise Ship Terminals. Kayak, swim, enjoy a meal at Kaibo Bar & Grill, or just relax on the great beach.
Photography Unlimited Botanical Park - Cayman Scenery - Underwater
Over the past 30 years of scuba diving and underwater photography, Monte Lee Thornton has published photos in
textbooks, magazines, newspapers and internet publications. His photography encompasses locations
from Hawaii to the Egypt. He founded Explore Underwater Online Magazine in 1996 and has continued to have a large internet
presence.
Monte Thornton is a marine naturalist, beginning his career by photographing Humpback whales and feeding sharks in Hawaii.
He now lives in Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands with his wife, and their two children. Irene Scott-Thornton, PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer,
began diving in 1978 in the Cayman Islands. Their children are PADI Jr. Advanced Open Water Divers.
Monte has been photographing the Cayman Islands since 1983, and offers photography lessons in Cayman Brac both underwater and on land. With over 200 species of birds, and an abundance of floral vegetation there is plenty of subject matter.
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Grand Cayman "Lobster Fight"
Caribbean Lobsters have horns and no pincher claws.
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