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Turtle Farm & Boatswain Beach

Turtle Farm at the Grand Cayman Island Resort

The Cayman Islands were initially dubbed “Las Tortugas,” meaning “the turtles,” when Christopher Columbus first discovered the Cayman Islands. But in 1503, these indigenous creatures were viewed more as a menu item than as a majestic species of friendly creatures.

Since 1980, the turtle farm has bred and released more than 29,000 turtles into the blue waters surrounding Grand Cayman. With turtles ranging in size from 6 ounces to 600 pounds, the Turtle Farm provides a hands-on learning experience concerning this essential effort to preserve this endangered species.

Grand Cayman IslandsTurtle at Boatswain's Beach

In early 2006, the Turtle Farm will feature a new attraction on the property: Boatswain’s Beach! Boatswain’s Beach will include a 1.3 million gallon snorkel lagoon with an adjoining predator tank, separated by a glass wall featuring sharks, barracuda, tarpons and eels. The snorkel lagoon will be able to accommodate up to 400 visitors at the same time. Also coming to Boatswain’s beach in 2006 are retail shops and an aviary house.

 

Missy Holding a Turtle at the Grand Cayman Islands

The Turtle Farm and Boatswain’s Beach are a slice of Cayman culture and excitement that you cannot afford to miss during your stay at Harbour Heights.

Ask Missy how close we are to the turtles!