Cayman Islands Scuba Diving

All dive companies in the Cayman Islands provide dive equipment rentals and some of them even provide it as part of the dive rate. Whether it's a wetsuit or dive computer you need, just ask your dive shop. Several diving supply companies also make it easy for you to rent our purchase the equipment you need.

The three islands that make up the Cayman Islands have won numerous awards as a diving destination. You never have to worry about going to the wrong dive site because every single dive site is phenomenal. Whether it's shallow water exploring, deep tunnels, the majestic walls that surround the islands, Bloody Bay Wall that comes to within 30 feet of the surface, or a range of shore diving and charter boat options, Cayman's industry consistently rates as one of the best in the world.

You don't have to worry about weights as all dive boats are equipped with dive weights and weight belts. Weights are included in the dive price, just as tanks are. Whether you are boat diving or shore diving, weights and belts are ready for your dive.

The best time to do a north wall dive is during the summer months. Cayman's summer season, from April to September, is when you will find the calmest (and warmest) water. During the winter, when winds are coming out of the north, the North Wall sites may be rough.

The south side of the island is accessible during the winter months. Winter weather patterns coming from the north create a calm lee effect on the south side of the island. So this is the perfect time to explore the dozens of dive sites on Cayman's southern reefs and walls.

The temperatures are warm enough not to don a dive suit but if you get cold easily, then by all means wear a dive suit. Wet suits and skins are available for rental at all dive shops, or can be purchased at the dive supply companies. With the warm water temperature and warming effects of the sun, you can easily dive in the summer without a wetsuit.

If being on a boat with lots of other divers bothers you then the best time to do a boat dive is during the summer months when boats are less crowded. Cayman remains cooler during the summer than some U.S. destinations because there is always a breeze. With low-season rates on offer April to October, summer is a great time to dive.

Northern winds during the winter months can cause boats to rock back and forth and if you get sea sick easily then please take a sea sick tablet before the dive. Boat trips are short as most dive sites are only 15-20 minutes offshore. Check with a pharmacist, either here or at home, about the range of products available from wrist bands to ear patches.

Stingray City dive site lies in the protected waters of North Sound. This sound is large and shallow and ringed by mangroves on 3 sides and protected by the fringing reef on the 4th side. The water is normally calm for this world-famous dive.

It only takes 2 days for you to get certified if you have done the online courses before coming to the island. All operators offer a check-out dive or certification rate for you to complete your training and achieve your C-card.