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Saturday, June 21, 2008

Little Cayman

Little Cayman is the smallest and least developed of the three Cayman Islands, located 87 miles northeast of Grand Cayman, five miles west of Cayman Brac, 480 miles from Miami and 90 miles south of Havana.
First discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1503 and rarely visited (except for the occasional pirate) until recent times, Little Cayman is now a favourite destination of modern-day explorers, photographers, naturalists and, of course, divers. The moment you arrive, you'll understand why.
The island itself - just 10 miles long and 1 mile wide - is blessed with 22 miles of spectacular coastline and, just offshore, incredible coral reefs teeming with over 150 kinds of coral and more than 500 species of fish.

Some Dive Sites....
Jackson's Reef : This site abounds with marine life. During the day you will find some very friendly French Angels that will be more than willing to have their pictures taken. Eagle Rays, Sting Rays, Yellow Sting Rays and Moray Eels (both green and black and white), are frequently seen here. In and around the rubble area, you will find many small fish such as Yellow Headed Jaw Fish, Sand Tile Fish, Sand Divers and a variety of juveniles...

Mixing Bowl (3 Fathom Wall)


Named mixing bowl because this is where the Jackson’s Bight section meets the Bloody Bay section – which in turn makes for a great site with a sheer wall and rugged coral fingers. Swim throughs here are great and can pop you out on the wall to admire the purple, red, yellow and oranges sponges. Schools of blue chromis, grunts and snappers will be in the shallows, and look out for the huge barracuda that will be under the boat.