It is not surprising that most of the recreational activities in the Cayman Islands involve the water. This is because the water conditions here are pristine and home to an abundance of marine life. On all three islands you will find a plethora of water based sports to enjoy. Aside from snorkeling and diving, you can find some excellent swimming as the shorelines here are protected by reefs. Kayaking is also a very popular activity, with some top notch windsurfing availbe on the eastern coast of Grand Cayman.

For the avid fishing enthusiast, there is plenty of fishing to do in the Caymans with the waters here teeming with schools of hundreds of game fish. Wahoo, tuna, blue marine and bonefish are all found out here. If you are interested in a sport fishing expedition or tour, you will find plenty of guides as well as boat charter companies that will take you out to sea. The boats available here are both modern and well equipped. Smaller boats are also on hand for hire if you want to spend some time fishing by yourself. Boat charters are also available on Cayman Brac and Little Cayman.

On land there are a few nature reserves to visit in the Cayman Islands, which are a wonderful way to see how this tiny island nation is contributing to conservation. Hiking is quite popular on the Grand Cayman Island at Mastic Trail, which meanders through a nearby forest. On Cayman Brac you will also find a number of hiking trails as well.

Bird watching fans can head to Little Cayman, where in the large mangrove swamp on the southwestern coast you will find a number of birds coming to rest and nest. Boobies, Frigatebirds and the endangered Cayman Brac parrot are some of the many bird species you can spot out here.

If you are looking to play some golf, there are two excellent golf courses on Grand Cayman including one designed by the great Jack Nicklaus. Horseback riding is also a popular activity out here.