WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN LIVING ON LITTLE CAYMAN

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN LIVING ON LITTLE CAYMAN

• 300+ Days of Sunshine

  This point is true for the Cayman Islands as a whole, but is still worth mentioning. Little Cayman receives well over 300+ days of sunshine each and every year! For those sun-chasers, you would be happy to call this place home as you’ll have warm weather and vitamin D available to you almost every day.

• A Close-Knit Community

  As aforementioned, Little Cayman is smaller than the other two islands. More specifically, it has a population of just over 200 residents on the entire island and is only ten miles long and one mile wide.

  That being said, living on the island will bode exceptionally well for those looking for long-lasting and meaningful relationships. The community here usually isn’t transient, as those who are here are in it for the long haul. Because of that, the community is exceptionally close-knit and can be truly rewarding for those looking for exactly that in their new home.

• Diverse Wildlife

  For those nature lovers out there, you will undoubtedly find your natural oasis when living on Little Cayman. This island is rich in beautiful, peaceful, and untouched nature– and all is within reach.

  The island boasts impressive natural diversity, as is portrayed in its 20 species of orchids, 21 native reptiles and amphibians, and 181 species of birds. Little Cayman also contains the largest population of red-footed boobies in all the Caribbean! Booby Pond Nature Reserve, which is located on the island, has 20,000 boobies and 350 frigate birds. Little Cayman is truly an ornithologist’s playground.

  But it's not just the myriad of birds this island has in terms of wildlife; Little Cayman also holds the heaviest population of rock iguanas in the Caribbean (no doubt you’ll see them regularly!). The island is also home to the elusive Anulis maynardi (a.k.a. Little Cayman green anole or Maynard’s anole), which is the oldest reptile in the New World.

  The flaura and fauna are truly exceptional on Little Cayman. Its untouched and empty beaches amongst unperturbed palm forests are especially remarkable and inviting as well.

  

• Convenient Distance from Other Islands and International Locations

  If you fear you will be too remote from other locations while living here, you can fear not as the other two islands are just a short flight away! Grand Cayman, for one example, is about a 35-40 minute flight away. The Owen Roberts International Airport on Grand Cayman then seamlessly connects you to various international locations, like the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom and beyond.

• Plenty of Exciting Things to Do

  Wondering what it is you can do while living on such a remote island? Fortunately, there are a number of fulfilling things to do on Little Cayman!

  Go scuba diving- Little Cayman has one of the best scuba diving locations in the world: Bloody Bay Wall Marine Park. If you’re a fan of scuba diving, you would be remiss to not visit this hot scuba spot often! With its drop-off of 5,000 feet, the Bloody Bay Wall provides its visitors with a glimpse of both shallow and deep sea life and creatures.

  Go fishing- The flats of the island are said to have the best bonefishing in the world while the brackish inland pool has tarpon.

  Visit Owen Island- Take a quick kayak or sailboat ride over to Owen Island, the unofficial fourth island of the Caymans! Owen Island is located just off the southwestern tip of Little Cayman and is a true escape from society. It has no residents and no structures of any kind, making it the perfect day trip location. If you’re looking to really get away from it all for the day, Owen Island will sufficiently supply you with what you require.

  Go birdwatching at Booby Pond Nature Reserve- We mentioned this reserve earlier, but it certainly deserves a spot on our list for a fun thing to do in Little Cayman! You’ll be pleasantly surprised by and even in awe of the vibrant colored birds, the unique shapes of their bodies and beaks, and even at their symphony of sounds and calls!

  Relax on the serene beach- Venture to South Hole Sound Lagoon and enjoy a quiet dip in the clear, turquoise sea and a tranquil sunbathing experience. Don’t forget to bring your favorite book!

  Go kayaking- Take a kayak out for the day and cruise around the island, taking in the fresh and sultry sea air and the peaceful, undisturbed life along the coastline (and even the lively creatures below you!).

  Bicycle or scooter around the island- Little Cayman has just one main road that “coasts” along the coastline of the entire island. You can either bike, scooter, or drive around the island on this one road, taking in the beautiful views along the way.

  While you can drive, we recommend biking or scooting because it’s a significantly more intimate and rewarding experience. Be sure to look out for those rock iguanas crossing, though, as they have the right of way!