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Kittiwake Shipwreck & Artificial Reef

West Bay KY1, Grand Cayman
345-949-8522
Ranked #3 of 8 attractions in West Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 59 Reviews
Type: Ships, Reefs
Owner description: The ex-USS Kittiwake is an Ex-US Navy Submarine Rescue Vessel. She was sunk on January 5th, 2011 in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands to create an...... more » Owner description: The ex-USS Kittiwake is an Ex-US Navy Submarine Rescue Vessel. She was sunk on January 5th, 2011 in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands to create an artificial reef and shipwreck attraction for scuba divers and snorkelers to visit and enjoy.The attraction is operated by the Cayman Islands Tourism Association. Please use a licensed operator and all visitors are required to pay a user fee. « less
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pixi123
Ascot
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012 NEW

We completed our qualifying PADI open water diver certificate by diving the Kittiwake. Having only been submerged a year (and being "cleaned" significantly during a passing hurricane last year), the views of the ship are fantastic. It only sits in 64 foot of water, with the wheel house being 15 below the surface. The water is so clear that even... More

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brookesmommy
Texas
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17 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW

Nick with Deep Blue Diver's (highly recommend them) took us to this dive site. It's a new shipwreck, so it's not covered with reef yet, but it's fun to swim through all the hallways, bridge,kitchen etc. The boat pulls you right up over the wreck and you can see if from the surface! It's a nice, fun easy dive with... More

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RDC4
atlanta, ga
Senior Contributor
23 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW

We went with Ambassador Divers to the Kittiwake. Viz was beyond belief. It was a very easy wreck dive. We explored all decks. There was only one place where ambient light was not immediately visible. I did not see a lot of fish life in the vessel although there were lots of schools around it. I highly recommend Ambassador for... More

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steepanddeep4me
Pacific Northwest
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW

Fantastic wreck to dive on, only 65 feet so a good second dive for the day. You can swim extensively through the ship, very cool. As the ship ages in the water the ability to safely dive throughout the ship will degrade as the edges become very sharp. Right now, you can do it safely, but someday you will not... More

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CaymanDave
Grand Cayman
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14 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012
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I've been here as a snorkeler and as a diver - and the Kittiwake is amazing. While snorkeling above it, it kinda feels like you're looking at the Titanic or something. It makes you feel small and almost insignificant in size as you float above the massive ship. I returned many months later as a certified diver, and WOW. While... More

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bpm5515
Frederick, Maryland
Senior Contributor
32 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

We did the Kittywake, great natural reef wreck site, plenty of large swim throughs, cleaned up nice for safe diving. More

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Mostowich
Mississauga, Canada
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

We did the dive with Red Sail Sports from the Weston Hotel. Very quick boat ride out. Crew were professional and helpful. This was my first significant wreck dive and it was a great experience. The Kittiwake has been made very accessible for divers. Never once had any safety concerns (be sure you have your buddy with you as you... More

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MalcolmandSirius
McLean, VA
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

In shallow water, its a great dive for novice and expert alike. All dives have to be guided, but your guide will allow you into many areas of the ship that have been cut open for easy and safe access. Gliding in and out of the different levels of the ship was an experience I'll never forget. I'd go again... More

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PassengerPicks
LaGrange, Georgia
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5 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

My husband and I love this Dive!!! We did it with Dive Tech they are the Best of the Best on West Bay to dive this awesome ship. We love staying at Cobalt Coast Dive Resort which is our very favorite place to stay. The ship is flat out an adventure to dive......at first I was nervous weaving in and... More

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SW047
Monaghan, Ireland
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5 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012

I had the pleasure of diving this site twice during my last trip to cayman its an incredible site as you dive through the crystal clear water following one of the several mooring chains it just suddenly looms into view, it took me by suprise to be honest was much larger than it apperead in the photos plenty of things... More

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