Cayman Islands 6 Day Itinerary

Cayman Islands 6-Day Travel Itinerary (Markdown Style)

Day 1: Arrival & Grand Cayman Orientation

  • Arrive at Owen Roberts International Airport (Grand Cayman) and complete immigration formalities. No visa is required for U.S., Canadian, or British citizens (check your country’s requirements).
  • Transfer to your hotel for check-in and freshen up. Suggested hotels: Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, or Compass Point Dive Resort.
  • Afternoon at Seven Mile Beach - Relax on this beautiful beach, enjoy water sports, or visit the Camana Bay for shopping and dining.
  • Evening: Explore George Town’s historic district, including the National Museum, Pedro St. James Castle, and the famous street of Scatter Brain Alley.

Day 2: Exploring Grand Cayman

  • Morning: Visit Stingray City Sandbar. Swim with friendly southern stingrays in crystal clear waters.
  • Afternoon: Head to Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park for a peaceful walk among beautiful flora and fauna, including the endangered Blue Iguana.
  • Evening: Enjoy a sunset catamaran cruise offering snorkeling, food, drinks, and live music. Check out companies like Red Sail Sports or Cayman Island Charters.

Day 3: Little Cayman & Bloody Bay

  • Morning: Take a flight (15 minutes) or ferry (1 hour) to Little Cayman. Known for its stunning beaches and world-class diving, it’s the perfect day trip.
  • Afternoon: Dive at Bloody Bay Marine Park – one of the top ten dive sites in the world. Snorkeling is also available for non-divers.
  • Evening: Relax on the beach or enjoy a casual dinner at one of Little Cayman’s cozy restaurants like Wreckers Bar & Grill.

Day 4: Cayman Brac

  • Morning: Fly to Cayman Brac (30 minutes) and visit the Cayman Brac Parrot Reserve to see the rare Cayman Brac parrot.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Cayman Brac Mosaic Garden and admire its stunning tile mosaics created by local artist Felix Valeri.
  • Evening: Dine at one of the island’s restaurants like Cafe Costa Rica or Cayman Brac Beach Resort’s restaurant.

Day 5: Exploring Grand Cayman (continued)

  • Morning: Visit the Cayman Turtle Centre and learn about these gentle creatures, plus have a chance to swim with them.
  • Afternoon: Relax at Rum Point - enjoy watersports, beach activities, or a meal at Marr rum bar & grill.
  • Evening: Take a bioluminescent bay tour (seasonal) to see the glowing microorganisms in the water. Check out companies like Stingray City Adventures or Red Sail Sports.

Day 6: Departure

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last hours shopping for souvenirs, relaxing on Seven Mile Beach, or exploring Grand Cayman’s east end.
  • Depart from Owen Roberts International Airport and take home unforgettable memories of the Cayman Islands.

Tips & Practical Information:

  • The local currency is the Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD), but U.S. dollars are widely accepted.
  • English is the official language, making communication easy for most tourists.
  • Renting a car or using taxi services is the best way to get around Grand Cayman. Ferries connect Little Cayman and Cayman Brac with Grand Cayman.
  • The weather is tropical year-round, but hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th.
  • Don’t miss out on trying local dishes like conch chowder, fish fry, and Cayman lobster.