Cayman Islands Geography - Best Car Rental

The Cayman Islands is a British Crown Colony located in the western Caribbean, 480 miles south of Miami, 150 miles south of Cuba and 180 miles northwest of Jamaica. The islands lie between 19° 15' and 19° 45' North and between 79° 44 ' and 81° 27' West and over 1000 miles west of the US Virgin Islands and the Leeward Island chain.

The Cayman Islands consists of three Islands. The largest and most developed is Grand Cayman, and the two Sister Islands of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman lie approximately 89 miles east-northeast of Grand Cayman. Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are separated from each other by a channel about seven miles wide.

Grand Cayman: Approximately 22 miles long and 8 miles at its widest point, reaching a maximum elevation at East End of 60 feet.Grand Cayman occupies 76 square miles. Grand Cayman is divided into 5 districts: West Bay, George Town, Bodden Town, East End and North Side. For the most part, their names tell you where they are located; George Town and Bodden Town are located on the southern part of the island.

Cayman Brac: Covering 14 square miles, Cayman Brac is 12 miles long and just over a mile wide. This island has the most dramatic topography of the trio. Its majestic Bluff rises west to east along the length of the island to 140 feet at the eastern tip, ending in a sheer cliff. There are many mysterious caves carved throughout this awe-inspiring natural attraction.

Little Cayman: Only 10 square miles, this island is 10 miles long and a mile wide. Little Cayman is the flattest of the three Islands, reaching a maximum elevation of 40 feet. Its famous Bloody Bay Wall Marine Park has been called one of the world's best dive sites. Inland, the 203-acre Booby Pond Nature Reserve is a RAMSAR site and nesting ground for the Caribbean's largest population of Red Footed Boobies.

The three islands are limestone outcroppings, the tops of a submarine mountain range called the Cayman Ridge. The ridge extends west-southwest, from the Sierra Maestra range off the southeast part of Cuba to the Misteriosa Bank near Belize. The islands lack rivers or streams because of the porous nature of the limestone rock. It is this lack of runoff that gives the surrounding Caribbean Sea its exceptional visibility, which is often well over 120 feet.

Between the Cayman Islands and Jamaica lies the deepest part of the Caribbean Sea, the Cayman Trough, which is over four miles deep. South of Cayman is the Bartlett Deep where depths of over 18,000 feet have been recorded. All three islands are surrounded by healthy coral reefs which lie at the top of dramatic walls and drop-offs close to shore, creating ideal conditions for diving and sport fishing. 

Cayman Islands Entertainment - Hire Car Services

The Cayman Islands offer an enjoyable variety of nightlife and entertainment. Bars, clubs and dance halls must close by 3:00am on weekdays and midnight on Saturdays. There are no nightclubs open on Sunday.

Once you arrive, consult our local publications for the latest listings. These include Friday's edition of our local daily newspapers the Caymanian Compass and Cayman Net News, and local informational magazines like Key To Cayman, What's Hot, and Destination Cayman. Most of these magazines can be picked up free of charge at hotels, supermarkets, and coffee shops around the island. You can also check the Events section on this website for upcoming events. You'll find information about local performances, what's playing at the movies, and what special events are currently happening on the island. Offerings include:

Night Life: The Next Level, The Matrix, and Chameleon are just a few of the many lively nightclubs in Grand Cayman. Pre-club dancing can be found at The O Bar or Bed Lounge. Many clubs offer a V.I.P. section and drink specials. Not into the busy club atmosphere? Not to worry: there are lots of other options, including pool halls, lounges and the cinema.

Local Flavour: Top local bands appear regularly at most nightclubs and major hotels. Popular local bands include Coco Red, Exit, 45 C.I., Lammie, Heat, Gone Country, Hi-Tide, and Mainstream.

Live Entertainment: The Lions Centre in Red Bay on Grand Cayman is the location for a variety of events throughout the year, ranging from concerts by top names in Caribbean and International music to country, pop and rock performers from the US. There are also occasional stage productions, contests, pageants, and sports events.

Theatre: The Harquail Theatre on West Bay Road is the venue for cultural events including stage productions sponsored by the Cayman National Cultural Foundation, including plays by Caymanian and other West Indian playwrights, dramas and comedies by Caribbean performers and special events such as art exhibitions and concerts. The Prospect Playhouse in Red Bay features year-round regular performances of comedy, drama and musicals by the Cayman Drama Society.

On the Water: There is a wide variety of sunset and dinner cruises offered by local water sports operators. Looking for something romantic? Spend the evening aboard a replica pirate ship, or dine and dance under the stars on a 19th century tall ship.

On Cayman Brac: There are occasional weekend dances where local bands perform. Community events including talent shows and other stage and musical presentations at the Aston Rutty centre provide the island's main nightlife; if you want more privacy, take a romantic walk under the stars and enjoy some good-old-fashioned conversation.