Turks & Caicos

The island of Turks and Caicos consists of 40 islands and cays, only 8 of its islands are inhabited.

Turks Island

The capital of Turks and Caicos is Grand Turk; this capital houses the state of the art luxury cruise ship center. Grand Turk boasts of many historical landmarks, as well as Bermudian and Colonial style buildings and ruins.

While visiting Grand Turk, if you're in the mood for a grand excursion try visiting Gibbs Cay where you can enjoy and uninhabited island, a picnic on the beach, and if you're not to frightened you can even feed the lovely stingrays who swim right up to the shore.

Caicos

On the north side of our island you'll find the most beautiful beaches, filled with rich sea life.

Places to visit:

Caicos Conch Farm

"The World's Only Sea Farm that raises Caribbean Queens fit for a King" Explore the only conch farm in the world, yes where Caribbean Queen conchs are raised from veliger to adult. Here you can watch how the process is done, enjoy a show with the two trained and very friendly conchs, see conch pearls and even purchase fresh conch for a fabulous conch salad.

Grand Turk Lighthouse

The lighthouse was brought in pieces from the UK where it had been constructed in 1852. It has been restored and still works guarding the northern tip of Grand Turk, the capital island of the Turks and Caicos. The lighthouse and lighthouse keeper's house is a prized historic site and is protected by the National Trust. The Lighthouse provides some shade, a picnic area and an excellent viewing spot for the whales in February and March. The lighthouse hill overlooks North Creek, an inland body of water or lake that a growing number of historians argue is the closest fit to the description that Columbus gave for the island that he first encountered on his 1492 voyage to the New World.

Humpback Whales

North Atlantic Humpback Whales are seen around the islands of Grand Turk and Salt Cay during the months of late January through early April. These magestic creatures pass through our area as part or their annual migration for mating and birth. Oasis divers whale watching is lead by Captain Everette Freites a local expert on the North Atlantc Whale. While on a whale watching trip you will not only have the opportunity to encounter these amazing creatures by sight, you will also learn many interesting and educational facts. You can combined a morning of great diving where you may be able to hear the songs of the whales while under water and an afternoon of whale watching from the boat. A must see and hear experience.

Middle Caicos Caves

Middle Caicos is home to an impressive chain of limestone caves (the largest in the Caribbean) and the steep, breathtaking limestone cliffside of Mudjidin Beach. These natural wonders are subjects of many photos and must-see attractions when visiting Middle. After exploring the caves you can have lunch on the beach and then end your day with snorkeling for sand dollars. Excursions to Middle Caicos are available through Dolphin Tours and Silver Deep.

The Hole

Located in Long Bay in Providenciales this naturally formed massive limestone 40 foot Hole is on the list of things to see. People can be lowered down a rope where 80 feet down there is a swimming hole. For adventurous souls only!

Day Time Fun and Night Life:

Whether your looking to relax in the sun, or party until the sun comes up Turks and Caicos has just what you want and more;

Grace Bay Beach

Voted "Best Beach" by Conde' Nast magazine, the Grace Bay Beach is Providenciale's most famous and popular attraction. The pristine powder white sand lulls you into a state of peace and tranquility while at the same time framing the re-energizing turquiose sea. Running in front of some of the leading resorts in the country, this beach's still uncrowded and relaxing. In the morning hours you can even follow your own footprints back along the seashore.

Beach Cruiser

North Caicos diving, fishing, excursions. Operating from Ocean Beach Hotel. Middle Caicos adventures. Iguana island trips.

Whatever it is that you decide to do have fun in Turks and Caicos!!!