The only one of its kind in the world, Cayman Turtle Farm is home to over 16,000 sea turtles, ranging in size from six ounces to six-hundred pounds each! The farm is a modern-day reminder of the turtle's role in the history of the Cayman Islands. When Christopher Columbus first discovered the islands in 1503, he named them "Las Tortugas," meaning The Turtles. According to legend, there were so many turtles that the islands looked like they were covered with rocks.

Located in West Bay, it is the only one of its kind in the world. Home to 15,000 turtles in all sizes, from newborn hatchlings to 600 pound adults. Green turtles are now increasing in numbers in the wild after been restocked from deliberate excess hatchings at the Turtle Farm. Another project at the Turtle Farm to reintroduce the endangered Kemp's Ridley turtle has also shown initial success, with some reproduction in captivity occurring. Come and see these amazing creatures up close and personal. Even pick one up if you dare. It's fun for all ages and attracts more than 250,000 visitors a year.