Guide to the Cayman Islands

Situated North West of Jamaica and South of Cuba, the three Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman each host a wealth of different experiences and are renowned for being one of the world’s premier places to indulge in romance, recreation and relaxation.

Known as the largest of the archipelagos, Grand Cayman offers a wealth of activities, restaurants, lavish resorts and attractions to explore during your superyacht charter vacation. A visit to Stingray City is one of the most popular things to do here, located on a natural offshore sandbar on the Northwest corner of the island. Home to dozens of southern Atlantic stingrays that live freely in these waters, the area is only accessible by boat so once you’re there, feel free to climb into the crystalline ocean and interact with the outstanding marine creatures yourself or watch them glide through the water aboard your luxury superyacht charter. 

For those searching for silky sands and transpicuous waters, be sure to anchor down along the famous Seven Mile Beach. The extended crescent of coral-sand is perfect for spending time soaking up the Caribbean sunshine and immersing yourself into the warm waters for a spot of snorkeling. You can also get a whole different perspective on Cayman’s mesmerizing marine life on a night-time snorkeling excursion or a nocturnal bioluminescent boat trip, watching the nocturnal waters glow an ethereal blue as you sail in the night. 

Grand Cayman's two little sisters, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are a pair of rustic islands with a wild interior and real local charm. With no commercialism whatsoever, both islands hold an alluring and unspoilt ambience. Of course, the classic Caribbean landmark beaches are part of the experience, but there's so much more to see and do on these tiny islands.

Renowned as a diver's paradise, some of the best diving spots in the Caribbean are found here with over 365 dive sites including shipwrecks, colorful reefs and vertical walls plummeting to depths of 2,500 feet. Many visitors enjoy exploring the world underwater and get close to the incredible marine life that swarm around the Greater Antilles.

Those looking for a bit of recreational hiking will thoroughly enjoy The Bluff, which is the part of the island where the terrain begins a gradual ascent over the ocean. It's not a tough path to walk and will lead visitors to the edge of the island's cliffs, which are made of limestone and make for a dramatic landscape. After taking in the magnificent oceanside views, head back down to the Brac Parrot Reserve, which is home to many of the island's natural bird species, an interesting sight for nature lovers. 

With such a diverse range of pursuits to enjoy and explore, the Cayman islands promise to be an exceptional yacht rental destination. For some inspiration, check out our sample itineraries handpicked by experts with in-depth knowledge of the region.

If you'd like to learn more about chartering around the this region, you can view and compare all yachts available for Greater Antilles charters today and we advise you contact a recommended yacht charter broker to start planning your next vacation.