The Maze
Protected Area
Cayman Dive Lodge (Grand Cayman)
Why dive here
With 327+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, orcas and sea turtles - The Maze offers some of Grand Cayman's richest cave diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Maze, just a short boat ride from the dock, quickly became one of our favourite Grand Cayman sites. You start in a sand bowl, a good spot to check your buoyancy, before ducking into the actual maze – a network of narrow canyons carved into the top of the wall. We love how the light plays through the cracks and over the coral-draped buttresses. It creates this almost ethereal glow, especially in the late morning. You’re constantly winding, turning corners, and discovering something new. We’ve seen sharpnose pufferfish peeking from crevices, and hogfish glide past in the open. Keep an eye out for camouflaged scorpionfish tucked into the rockwork; they’re masters of disguise here. The max depth of 22 metres means good bottom time, perfect for exploring every twist and turn. It’s an engaging dive for anyone who enjoys navigating a reef and appreciates vibrant coral formations up close.
Safety Notes
Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Maze
The Maze Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Maze, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.38, -81.32) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.1–31.8°C
Current Speed
4.47 cm/s
Direction: NW (296.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.045 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.14 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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