Travel Vaccines and Advice for the Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands is the perfect place to vacation if you are looking for gorgeous beaches. Seven Mile Beach is a long stretch of white sands leading to calm, blue waters.
There are luxury hotels along the beach, gorgeous shops, and delicious restaurants. Visit Stingray City to hold and pet a string ray on a sandbar near Cayman’s barrier reef. There are also plenty of boaters more than welcome to take you sailing. Even history buffs will enjoy exploring.
Do I Need Vaccines for the Cayman Islands?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for the Cayman Islands. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for the Cayman Islands: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:
- Hepatitis A –
Food & Water –
Recommended for most travellers - Hepatitis B –
Blood & Body Fluids –
Accelerated schedule available - Typhoid –
Food & Water –
Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator. - Rabies –
Saliva of Infected Animals –
Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. - Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
Various Vectors –
Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. - TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
Wounds & Airborne –
Only one adult booster of pertussis required. - Chickenpox –
Direct Contact & Airborne –
Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. - Shingles –
Direct Contact –
Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. - Pneumonia –
Airborne –
Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. - Influenza –
Airborne –
Vaccine components change annually. - Meningitis –
Airborne & Direct Contact –
Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. - Polio –
Food & Water –
Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.
See the tables below for more information:
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for the Cayman Islands |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| Hepatitis A | Food & Water | Recommended for most travellers |
| Hepatitis B | Blood & Body Fluids | Accelerated schedule available |
| Typhoid | Food & Water | Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator. |
| Rabies | Saliva of Infected Animals | Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. |
Routine Vaccinations for the Cayman Islands |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) | Various Vectors | Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. |
| TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) | Wounds & Airborne | Only one adult booster of pertussis required. |
| Chickenpox | Direct Contact & Airborne | Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. |
| Shingles | Direct Contact | Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. |
| Pneumonia | Airborne | Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. |
| Influenza | Airborne | Vaccine components change annually. |
| Meningitis | Airborne & Direct Contact | Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. |
| Polio | Food & Water | Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended. |
Dengue infection does occur on the Cayman Islands. Be sure to bring and use quality insect repellents.
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Do I Need a Visa for the Cayman Islands?
A passport along with valid photo identification and proof of citizenship is required to enter the country. A work permit is required but a tourist visa is not required for stays up to 6 months.
Cayman Islands Entry Requirements |
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Sources: Embassy of the Cayman Islands and Canadian Travel and Tourism
Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.
What is the Climate Like in the Cayman Islands?
The Cayman Islands have a tropical rainforest climate with a wet season from May to October. There is a dry season from November to April.
The hottest month is August, with temperatures in the high-20’s. The coolest months are January and February, with temps in the low-20’s. The wettest month is October.
How Safe are the Cayman Islands?
Petty crime, such as pick-pocketing or bag-snatching, can occur in the Cayman Islands. Travellers should avoid carrying unnecessary valuables with them. Avoid demonstrations or large gatherings, as they are good opportunities for pick-pocketing.
Visitors should also travel in well-lit areas and avoid travelling alone if possible. Do not open the door for strangers.
Visit Stingray City
Stingray City is a sandbar near a channel located in the barrier reef. This was a location that fishermen would visit to clean off the fish they caught each day. This attracted many stringrays.
The stingrays that visit the area are wild animals. But, they have become accustomed to people coming to feed them. Getting hurt by one is very unlikely. You may also come across starfish during your snorkeling excursion.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for those who love aquatic animals. You are sure to have tons of amazing photos to take home.
What Should I Take to the Cayman Islands?
Make sure to bring these key items with you on your trip to the Caymans:
- Swimsuit – The Cayman Islands has plenty of beaches and pools so bring a swimsuit to enjoy the water.
- Umbrella – The islands can get a lot of rain. You should bring an umbrella to avoid getting soaked during a downpour.
- Sunscreen – Lounging on the beach or exploring the outdoors is a must. Make sure to lather up in sunscreen first to preventing burning.
Canadian Embassy to the Cayman Islands
When travelling it is very helpful to find out exactly where the Canadian Embassy or consulates are located. Keep the address written down in case you have a legal problem, you lose your passport, or you want to report a crime. Be sure to keep a copy of your passport with you in case you lose the original.
While there is no embassy on the Cayman Islands, there is a consulate:
Consulate of Canada to Cayman Islands
1st Floor Landmark Square,
64 Earth Close,
Seven Mile Beach,
Cayman Islands
Telephone: (345) 949-9400
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Do I Need Vaccines for the Cayman Islands?
Do I Need a Visa for the Cayman Islands?
What is the Climate Like in the Cayman Islands?
How Safe are the Cayman Islands?
Visit Stingray City
What Should I Take to the Cayman Islands?
Canadian Embassy to the Cayman Islands
