Staying on Cayman Brac

Cayman Brac was a prominent home for pirates, known as the “Brethren of the Sea”, seeking a hiding place for stolen treasures. Of these swashbuckling pirates, the most famous one to roam the Island’s shores was Edward “Blackbeard” Teach. Legend has it that Blackbeard’s booty is still hidden in a Cayman Brac cave.

It is a great spot for couples and families. The small towns have names like West End, Stake Bay, Watering Place, Cotton Tree Bay, Creek and Spot Bay. A haven for a multitude of bird species, Cayman Brac has a parrot reserve created by the National Trust of the Cayman Islands. It also boasts also boasts the Cayman Islands’ oldest museum and the highest elevation of the three Islands at 152ft. The terrain boasts a plethora of hidden caves, winding trails and a unique cultural history.

For more information about tourism in the Sister Islands visit Explore Cayman which offers up-to-date information on exploring Little Cayman and Cayman Brac.

How To Get There

Cayman Airways
Cayman Airways has been Cayman’s national flag carrier since 1968. They offer daily flights to the Sister Islands and nine other destinations. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes to Cayman Brac and 35 minutes to Little Cayman.

Cayman Islands Helicopters
Travel and explore the picturesque and peaceful Sister Islands at your convenience with Cayman Islands Helicopters.

Accommodation on Cayman Brac

There are a variety of places to stay, most offering special room and diving rates for residents.

The options for accommodation on Cayman Brac include hotels, condos and villas. The condos and villas are mainly located along the north and south coast of Cayman Brac, while many of the hotels are located on the southwest coast.

A variety of hotels and condos have their own private beach or pool which allows you to properly relax on your vacation. There are also a variety of specialty resorts that cater to diving.

Below are some of our recommendations for accommodation on the Brac.

Sights & Activities in Cayman Brac

Explore the Cayman Brac Museum, the Cayman Brac Heritage House, the parrot reserve, the wreck of the Captain Keith Tibbetts, the caves and the bluff or go fishing, rock climbing or cycling. For a more in-depth expedition, free guided tours of the Island are offered by the District Administration with trained local guides. You can pick up a Nature Tourism brochure (available at the airport, car rental agencies and hotels) for more information on outdoor activities.

Small group diving can be arranged through the Reef Divers at the Cayman Brac Beach Resort (Tel: (345) 948 1642) and Brac Scuba Shack (Tel: (345) 925 3215). If you need a rest after all that activity, contact The Spa (Tel: (345) 917 0913) who will visit you at your home or holiday rental, or you can call Tropical Touch Day Spa (Tel: (345) 948 1323) who are located at the Cayman Brac Beach Resort and offer a range of treatments, including a massage under the cabana or on the beach.

Rock climbing devotees have rated Cayman Brac as one of the top ten exotic climbing destinations worldwide. Rock Iguana Ltd. offers various tours and courses for all ages and fitness levels. Tel: (345) 936 2722 or email: info@climb.ky.

Getting Around Cayman Brac

Most resorts offer free bicycles which you can pick up and use whenever you want, however, it is quite nice to spend a day or two exploring. You can also rent bicycles from Active Pursuit; their 'trail-a-bike' rentals are a great option for family rides, keeping children safe and preventing them from getting too tired.

To ensure you get to explore the whole of Cayman Brac, hire a car from one of the options listed below.

Handycar Rentals (Tel: (345) 948 1646/WhatsApp: (345) 916 5242)
C.B. Rent-A-Car (Tel: (345) 948 2424)
Four D’s (Tel: (345) 948 1599)

Bear in mind that for rentals you need to be 25 years or older and have a valid driver’s licence.

Scooters can be rented from Brac Ventures. For scooter rentals you need to be 17 years or older and have a valid driver's licence.