April 7, 2026
April 7, 2026
Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, and Other Seaside Adventures in Grand Cayman
To quote a famous singing crab, “we got no troubles, life is the bubbles under the sea.” And you know, when you’re enjoying all the aquatic adventures the Cayman Islands have to offer, he isn’t wrong.
Cayman Airways launches their seasonal nonstop service to Grand Cayman on Sunday May 24, offering seasonal, once-weekly nonstop service on Sundays, running through August 9. Here are some suggestions on what to enjoy while soaking up the sun:
Snorkeling
The Cayman Islands have a ton of snorkeling spots where you can see stingrays, turtles, and amnemonemomne ... pardon us, anemone (that’s a hard word to say!). In fact, you can visit the famous Stingray City, a dedicated site to interact with friendly stingrays. And for a unique snorkeling exhibit, a nighttime bioluminescent tour where the sea glows with underwater life offers a magical experience.
Scuba Diving
For those looking for a bit more adventure, the Cayman Islands offers dives that both novices and experts can enjoy. On Grand Cayman, scuba divers can further explore Stingray City when delving deeper into Deep Stingray City. The USS Kittiwake, sunken in 2011 to create an artificial reef for marine life, is one of the most popular dive sites in Grand Cayman. And for beginners, the Macabuca dive spot makes things easy with ladders installed to help you access the water safely. Perfect for those like myself who consider themselves guppies!
Beaches
If you’d rather be by the water and not in it, planning the perfect beach day at one of the 17 designated public beaches is a breeze, especially the famous Seven Mile Beach. We have to also call out Rum Point, Starfish Point and Cayman Kai on the northern tip of Grand Cayman. The beaches, lagoon, and palm trees offers a pleasant stroll and is host to several water sports for you to enjoy. And if you want more of an off-the-beaten path experience, do a daytrip to Little Cayman and enjoy Point of Sand - the “leave your phone on Do Not Disturb” spot. It’s perfect for basking in the sun, staying cool in the water, and seeing a dozen different types of reef fish.
We’re excited for Cayman Airways to join us this summer when their seasonal nonstop to Grand Cayman launches May 24. This route serves as the gateway for Texans to fly directly to the Cayman Islands. If you’re feeling inspired to make your unforgettable getaway in the Caribbean Sea happen, book your trip today – tickets are on sale now!