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Table Of Contents Getting Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Learn To Dive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Snorkel Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Deeper Still . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Surface Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Grand Cayman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Stingray City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Marine Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Cayman Brac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15 Little Cayman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17 Underwater in the Cayman Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19 Marine Parks – Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Dive Cayman – Grand Cayman Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Dive Cayman – Cayman Brac / Little Cayman Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Snorkel Cayman – Grand Cayman Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Snorkel Cayman – Cayman Brac / Little Cayman Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Direct Air Service to the Cayman Islands TO RO N TO N E WA R K DETROIT PHILADELPHIA
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Getting Wet It’s difficult to imagine a destination that offers divers, snorkellers and those who simply love the water, more to see and do than the Cayman Islands. Below the tranquil, azure waters that line Grand Cayman and her two sister islands, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac, a world of magic awaits. For divers, it’s the opportunity to experience first-hand the legendary walls, reefs and wrecks that have made our islands famous the world over. For snorkellers and swimmers, the chance to mingle with Stingrays, turtles, tropical fish and corals in every colour of the rainbow. Guests enjoy all this in bathtub-like temperatures (79 to 83-degrees) with a visibility that often exceeds 100 feet. With an abundance of experienced, highly professional dive operators, state-of-the-art live aboards and numerous snorkel sites accessible by boat or straight from shore, the Cayman Islands is the ideal setting in which to explore the underwater realm. Even children can get in on the fun (with the proper adult supervision). SASY (Supplied Air Snorkelling For Youth) is available at many operators on the islands and can provide an exciting introduction to the marine world. Additionally, kids between the ages of eight and twelve can participate in the PADI Bubblemaker or the Scuba Rangers programmes – where they are introduced to scuba under an Instructor’s guidance and can experience the underwater breathing sensation in depths up to 12 feet. Unlike many underwater hot spots, which require exhausting travel to lonely outposts, the Cayman Islands is only a 75-minute flight from Miami. Many international airlines have direct flight service to Grand Cayman from major U.S. gateways (Atlanta, Charlotte, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Memphis, Miami, Newark, Philadelphia, Tampa), as well as from Toronto, Canada, London (Heathrow), UK, Havana, Cuba and Kingston and Montego Bay, Jamaica. Some, like our national carrier, Cayman Airways, offer discount packages for divers and dive groups. The airline’s diver-friendly service includes a variety of accommodations such as easy equipment check-in and a dedicated team of specialists to help dive groups plan the ultimate trip. Once you’ve arrived on Grand Cayman, making the jump to either Little Cayman or Cayman Brac couldn’t be easier. Cayman Airways jets fly to Cayman Brac, and Island Air offers daily flights to both Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. Check our web site at www.divecayman.ky for a list of all carriers serving the islands.
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Snorkel Away
Learn To Dive or Dive To Learn Whether you’re interested in a resort program, referral course, open water certification, advanced specialty or Divemaster and Instructor training, our dive operators offer it all. If you’re a diver or snorkeller in need of equipment, there are a number of on-island retailers who can outfit you from head to toe. Just bring your smile and let the folks here hook you up with some top-notch gear.
If you’re not a diver, and are currently not interested in becoming one, no worries. Some of the very best sites the Cayman Islands has to offer are in shallow waters, tailor-made for snorkelling. If this is your first snorkelling trip, there are some things you should be aware of, particularly when it comes to equipment.
Resort Courses/Discover Scuba – Anyone interested in diving can experience the thrill of the underwater world without making the full commitment to a complete certification programme. All it takes is a couple of hours learning the basic skills in a pool and you’re ready to enjoy diving in Cayman’s beautiful waters with your Instructor.
#1 Mask – Perhaps the single most important piece of equipment you’ll need. Ideally, you’ll want a high quality mask with a tight-fitting seal. The easiest way to test the fit of a mask is to lift the strap over the top of the mask and press the mask to your face (being sure not to capture any strands of hair) without breathing in. If it creates a slight vacuum and stays tight to your face, you’ve got the right fit.
Open Water Referrals – Referrals are an excellent option for visiting divers who have completed the classroom and pool portions of an open water certification course and want to make the requisite open water dives in Cayman’s warm, clear waters. Getting started on this process can be made easier if the new divers get in touch with their local dive shops in their hometowns.
#2 Snorkel – A snorkel is a snorkel is a snorkel. Not true! There are varying bore sizes, different designs, alternating internal air pockets, etc., The best advice is to find a snorkel that is comfortable, delivers air easily and breathes as dry as possible.
Open Water Certification and Refresher Courses – Once you’re in the Cayman Islands, your entire open water certification can be completed in as little as three days. For travellers who haven’t been diving in a while, quick and easy refresher courses are available through most on-island operators.
#3 Fins – Fins give you mobility and speed. You have a choice between full-foot fins (that fit like a slipper around your heel) or open-heel fins. The latter are usually worn with some kind of neoprene "booties" with flexible rubber soles. No matter what type of fins you choose, make sure they fit snugly, but not too tight.
Specialty and Technical Courses – From underwater photography and wreck diving to navigation and night diving, the Cayman Islands offers a complete menu of specialty training options. If you’re interested in something more technical, such as nitrox, tri mix, rebreather and extended range diving, our on-island professionals can assist you in learning these disciplines as well.
#4 Outerwear – You may want to use a nylon dive skin or a thin wetsuit, both for warmth and for protection from little stinging things and the sun. If you choose not to wear one, at least don a T-shirt for sun protection. While many of the Cayman Islands’ snorkel sites are found just off the beach, a great many more are found off a rocky shoreline called ironshore. It’s best to patrol these sites in reef shoes or some other type of protective footwear. It’s also against the law to wear gloves when snorkelling or diving in Cayman waters. Picture This… One of the biggest thrills of visiting the underwater realm is capturing the beauty and magic for friends and family back home. Because the marine laws governing our three islands are so strictly enforced (what’s found underwater stays underwater), you’ll need to try your hand at underwater photography if you want to bring the experience home. Fortunately, you will find any number of on-island providers who can help. Many operators also video tape diving or snorkelling activities – a perfect keepsake, great for bragging rights!
Divemaster and Instructor Training – If you are ready to take the plunge and join the ranks of the professional dive community, the Cayman Islands provides the best training available. Safety – The Cayman Islands boasts state-of-the-art medical facilities including a hyperbaric chamber (located on Grand Cayman) and in the event of an emergency, quality care can be provided in minutes. All dive boats carry oxygen and have fully trained staff in emergency first response & oxygen provision.
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Surface Intervals
Deeper Still
Preposterous as it may sound, it is possible to enjoy the sparkling waters of the Cayman Islands without strapping a mask on your face or a tank on your back. Right from the beach, you can rent a wave runner or sailboat, go parasailing, windsurfing or water-skiing. For those moments when you’re not frolicking in the crystal clear waters, there are a host of land-based attractions to immerse yourself in as well, including more than 170 worldclass dining options, championship caliber golf courses and a variety of full-service spas designed to truly pamper.
It’s also possible to experience the exhilaration of our underwater world without getting wet. Simply book a tour with one of the Cayman Islands’ submarine operators. For the more adventurous, there’s the Atlantis Deep Explorer, capable of taking two passengers on dives of up to 1000 feet. Other operators include the Seaworld Explorer, which can take 35 passengers just five feet below the surface, and SEAmobile Submarine Tours which offers two passengers a panoramic 360-degree view at 60 feet. For larger groups, the Atlantis XI and Nautilus semisubmarine can accommodate up to 48 and 60 passengers respectively on daily air-conditioned excursions over Grand Cayman’s various reefs and wrecks. They are also unique and exciting venues for hosting children’s parties.
From luxury hotels to exquisitely furnished conominiums, stately private houses and of course, small and intimate dive lodges, the Cayman Islands offers a wide range of accomodations. For a complete list of places to stay and things to see and do, visit www.divecayman.ky.
If you are Tri mix certified, Cayman Walls are waiting to be explored below the 130 foot depth limit – pristine, untouched sponge belts that will awe you in mass, color and size.
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Grand Cayman
With over 250 dive sites to choose from, Grand Cayman offers some of the greatest underwater diversity anywhere in the world. It’s all here: deep, dramatic walls adorned with sponges and corals in a stunning array of colours; shallow reefs filled with schooling fish and small invertebrates; and an assortment of wrecks, each with their own peculiar character and special inhabitants. There’s also the world’s best 12-foot dive, the legendary Stingray City. Our local watersports association has adopted the 130-foot depth limit in its Safety Guidelines, making so much more available to divers. Reefs & Marine Life Grand Cayman’s reefs offer a variety of marine life encounters. Aware that strangely clad divers and snorkellers pose no threat, the fish and critters are amazingly docile and welcoming. Large silvery Tarpon hover motionless midwater, surrounded by glittery Silversides and magnificent French Angelfish. Huge Barrel Sponges and swirling schools of fish are equally common. Gorgonians and hard corals also thrive in the clear, warm waters. There are so many dive sites that are teeming with marine life you won’t be disappointed no matter where you go. Dive & snorkel operators visit different sites on a daily basis – so if it’s variety that you are looking for – we have it! If there is a particular type of marine life that you’d like to see or capture on film – mention it to your dive/snorkel operator and they will give you the best advice on where to go. Best of all, no site is more than a few minutes offshore. Below are just a few island favourites. Marine Life Hotspots Sandbar/North Sound • Tarpon Alley/North Wall • Bear’s Claw/North Side • Bonnie’s Arch/West Side • Wildlife Reef/West Side • Eagle’s Nest/West Wall • Hammerhead Hole/West Wall • Paradise Reef/West Side • Armchair Reef/West Side • Snapper Hole/East End • Chub Hole/East End • Grouper Grotto/East End • Ironshore Caves/East End • Kents Caves/South Side • Chinese Gardens/South Side Walls & Wrecks Among Grand Cayman’s more spectacular dive attractions are the walls that completely surround it. There are two wall systems in Grand Cayman; the 60-foot drop off for those lazy afternoon shallow dives, and the second drop-off to the deep wall into the abyss. All wear a cloak of luxurious marine life. Orange Elephant Ear and Strawberry Vase Sponges form vibrant underwater bouquets, while Spotted Eagle Rays, Green Turtles and other deep-water pelagics cruise by for a look-see. Grand Cayman’s storied wrecks are equally impressive. Reefs in and of themselves, each wreck has acquired its own family of eccentric residents, all too eager to pose for passing photographers. Walls Hotspots Orange Canyon/West Wall • Big Tunnels/West Wall • Big Dipper/West Wall • Eagle Ray Pass/North Wall • Westgate/North Wall • No Name Drop-off/North Wall • Little Pinnacle/South Side • Big Pinnacle/South Side • Three Sisters/East End • Jack McKennedy’s/East End • Pat’s Wall/East End • Babylon/East End • Mermaid Point Drop-off/East End Wrecks Hotspots Doc Polson/West Side • Oro Verde/West Side • LCM David Nicholson/West Side • Ridgefield/East End Snorkelling For snorkellers, there are coral heads and shallow water wrecks galore and, of course, a teeming abundance of marine life in every colour of the rainbow. The best snorkelling is where you find “iron shore” as opposed to sand – iron shore is dry coral that used to be below the water. Snorkellers should have buddies while in the water for fun and added safety. Snorkelling Hotspots Eden Rock/West Side • Wreck of the Cali/West Side • Wreck of the Gamma/West Side • Cheeseburger Reef/West Side • Turtle Reef/Northwest Point • Cemetery Beach Reef/West Side • Coral Gardens/North Sound • Wreck of the Geneva Kathleen/North Side • Smith’s Cove/Southwest Sound • Morritt’s Tortuga
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Stingray City
Marine Parks Laws and regulations have been established by the Cayman government for a complete and comprehensive system of Marine Park Zones strategically placed throughout Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Working in conjunction with local watersports operators, the government maintains a system of permanent moorings at all popular dive sites. The purpose of these moorings is to prevent coral and sponge damage by the continual daily anchoring of boats.
It’s an exhilarating, one-of-a-kind adventure. The world’s best 12-foot dive on a sandy seafloor in Grand Cayman’s North Sound where Southern Stingrays congregate in numbers is a must-do! Accustomed to the human interaction, these gentle creatures waste no time surrounding both divers and snorkellers alike. In and around they glide honing in on their favourite delicacy, the morsels of squid that your dive or snorkel guide will bring along. Joining the Stingrays are Yellowtail Snapper, always eager to gulp up what the rays miss. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a family of first-time snorkellers, the memories of swimming amongst these graceful giants will stay with you long after you surface. Be forewarned, however, one trip to Stingray City is but a prelude to another. And another. And another.
The Cayman Islands government has divided the reefs into: 1) Marine Park Zones; 2) Replenishment Zones; and 3) Environmental Zones. Each carries its own restrictions and regulations. The Marine Park Zones encompass a large number of wall diving sites and shallow coral reefs where much of the diving is done. The Replenishment Zones are mostly shallow water lagoons, sounds and fisheries where stocks of conch and lobster are allowed to breed and reproduce undisturbed. The Islands’ lone Environmental Zone was established to ensure the preservation of the mangrove fringed North Sound – See maps on page 20. As an added measure of protection for the islands’ fragile eco-system, diving with gloves is prohibited, so that divers and snorkellers are not tempted to touch any of the marine life.
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Cayman Brac Walls & Wrecks Long known as one of Grand Cayman’s quieter sisters the tiny island of Cayman Brac screams to underwater enthusiasts the world over. At the top of any must-do list for visitors to ‘the Brac’ is the MV Capt. Keith Tibbetts. A 330-foot Russian destroyer intentionally sunk off Cayman Brac’s west end in 1996, she remains the only divable Russian warship in the Western Hemisphere. Joining the Tibbetts as part of the Brac’s unique underwater world is Oceanic Voyagers, a 7-foot tall bronze statue created by world-renowned marine sculptor Dale Evers. The sculpture, which depicts a pair of Spotted Dolphins cavorting with the Cayman Islands’ famous Southern Stingrays, was sunk off the Brac’s coast at Radar Reef in January 2003 as part of a year long celebration commemorating the Cayman Islands’ Quincentennial anniversary. These large pelagics literally come to life in and around the multitude of dive sites on this stunning island. Other attractions to be found in the waters off the Brac include two other wrecks, an ancient anchor embedded in a wall, numerous healthy shallow reefs and miles of colourful sponge and coral laden drop-offs. The majestic walls of Cayman Brac showcase a labyrinth of tunnels and swim-throughs in what is the Caribbean’s very own underwater Grand Canyon. Wrecks Hotspots The MV Capt. Keith Tibbetts/North Side • Cayman Mariner/North Side • Kissamee/North Side Wall Hotspots Cemetery Wall/North Side • Garden Eel Wall/North Side • West Chute/North Side • Airport Wall/North Side • Anchor Wall/South Side • Inside Out/South Side • Rock Monster Chimney/South Side • Wilderness/South Side Reefs & Marine Life Cayman Brac’s laid-back topside lifestyle has been adopted below the ocean’s surface as well. The island’s miles of shallow reefs are inhabited by a multitude of marine critters, all of which possess the same laissez faire attitude. You’ll be amazed at how little attention these denizens of the deep pay divers and snorkellers who intermingle among them. Swim freely with giant Tarpon; take a Queen Angelfish’s majestic portrait; even watch as cleaner fish ply their trade on fiercesome-looking Tiger Grouper. A world of awe and opportunity awaits you in the warm, clear waters of Cayman Brac. Marine Life Hotspots Green House Reef/North Side • School House Reef/North Side • Snapper Reef/North Side • Buccaneer Reef/North Side • Charlie’s Reef/North Side • Radar Reef/North Side • Oceanic Voyagers/North Side • Sergeant Major/South Side Snorkelling Hotspots Greenhouse Reef/North Side • Jan’s Reef/North Side • Snapper Reef/North Side • Handcuff Reef/North Side • Radar Reef & Oceanic Voyagers/North Side • Pillar Coral Reef/South Side • Hedy’s Reef/South Side • Tarpon Reef/South Side • Lighthouse Reef/South Side • Public Beach/South Side
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Little Cayman Don’t let the name fool you. There’s nothing "little" about the adventures divers and snorkellers will find off the shores of Little Cayman. Bloody Bay Wall, the island’s most famous attraction, offers the finest drop-offs in the Caribbean. Plunging to mind-boggling depths, Little Cayman’s exhilarating walls are covered with brightly hued sponges and corals. There are spectacular formations of Yellow Tube, Strawberry and Orange Vase Sponges and tangled masses of scarlet Rope Sponges. Eagle Rays, dolphin and other large pelagics join would-be explorers as they traverse the walls. For snorkellers, there’s the thrill of swimming amidst silversides, jacks, bonefish and conch along the leading edge of these dramatic 6,000 ft. drop-offs. Walls Hotspots Jackson Wall/North Side • Eagle Ray Roundup/North Side • Nancy’s Cup of Tea/North Side • Fisheye Fantasy/North Side • Great Wall West/North Side • Great Wall East/North Side • Randy’s Gazebo/North Side • Charlie’s Chimneys/South Side • Splitsville/South Side Reefs & Marine Life Little Cayman is a tropical wilderness above and below the sea. The least developed of the three Cayman Islands, her human inhabitants number just over 100. Though famous for her walls, the island also offers pristine shallow reefs hosting an incredibly abundant and diverse collection of marine life, both large and small. Since the underwater citizens barely notice the human presence, even barracuda and groupers have no qualms about posing for photographs. Night dives off Little Cayman are delightful. Octopus can be found roaming the reefs, looking for dinner. Squid dart to and fro, flashing their vibrant colours at unsuspecting onlookers. Marine Life Hotspots Jackson Reef/North Side • Meadows/North Side • Schoolbus/North Side • Coconut Walk Wall/North Side • Blacktip Boulevard/North Side • Eagle Ray Roundup/North Side • Zoo/North Side • Marilyn’s Cut/North Side • Mixing Bowl/North Side Snorkelling Hotspots Nancy’s Cup of Tea/North Side • Mike’s Mountain/North Side • The Meadows/North Side • Eagle Ray Roundup/North Side • Three Fathom Wall/North Side • Sarah’s Set/North Side • Bus Stop/North Side • Cumber’s Caves/North Side • Jackson Reef/North Side • Preston Bay/North Side • Owen Island/North Side • Point O Sand/East Side
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Underwater In The Cayman Islands Banded Butterflyfish
Foureye Butterflyfish Spotfin Butterflyfish
ID: Diagonal bands on sides
ID: Large “false eye” spot on rear body
ID: Small black spot on rear dorsal fin
Queen Angelfish
French Angelfish
ID: Blue ring “crown” on head
ID: Yellow crescents on body scales
Gray Angelfish
Blue Tang
Bar Jack
Great Barracuda
French Grunt
ID: Gray colour
ID: Blue colour, white or yellow spine on base of tail
ID: Dark border on back runs onto lower lobe of tail
ID: Long, cylindrical body, large underslung jaw
ID: Yellow stripes on sides set on diagonal
Bluestriped Grunt
Schoolmaster
Yellowtail Snapper
Nassau Grouper
Black Grouper
ID: Alternating blue and yellow stripes
ID: Yellow fins
ID: Yellow tail and mid-body stripe
ID: Dark spot on upper base of tail
ID: Dark rectangular markings on back
Coney
Fairy Basslet
Queen Parrotfish
ID: Two spots on lower lip and upper base of tail
ID: Purple fore body, yellow rear
ID: Blue mustache and markings on chin
Princess Parrotfish
Creole Wrasse
Bluehead Wrasse
Slippery Dick
Squirrelfish
ID: Yellow stripe down mid-body
ID: Purple body, darkish area on snout
ID: Blue head
ID: Small green and yellow bicoloured spot above pectoral fin
ID: Yellowish fore dorsal fin
Stoplight Parrotfish Redbanded Parrotfish ID: Yellow spot on gill cover and crescent in tail
ID: Red to yellow streak runs from corner of mouth
Longspine Squirrelfish
Trumpetfish
Yellow Goatfish
Green Moray
Southern Stingray
ID: White tips on dorsal fin spines
ID: Long trumpet-like snout and mouth
ID: Two long chin “whiskers” and yellow tail
ID: Overall green to greenish brown colour
ID: Snout and tips of “wings” pointed
Branching Fire Coral
Corky Sea Fingers
Black Sea Rod
Sea Plumes
Common Sea Fan
Staghorn Coral
Elkhorn Coral
Finger Coral
Boulder Star Coral
Great Star Coral
Brain Coral
Lettuce Coral
Yellow Tube Sponge
Branching Vase Sponge
Giant Anemone
Corkscrew Anemone
Fireworm
Social Feather Duster
Christmas Tree Worm
Banded Coral Shrimp
Pederson Cleaner Shrimp
Caribbean Lobster
Arrow Crab
Lettuce Sea Slug
Cushion Sea Star
Queen Conch
Sponge Brittle Star
Long Spined Urchin
Sea Cucumber
Green-Sea Turtle
Photos compliments of REEF, the Reef Environmental Education Foundation, An Active Organization of Recreational Divers Committed to the Preservation of the Marine Environment. For information on free membership contact: REEF, P.O. Box 246, Key Largo, FL, 33037; Phone 305-451-0312; Web site: www.reef.org
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