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Cruise Ship Guests

Of the typical Caribbean cruise port stops, Grand Turk definitely offers a unique atmosphere, and is one of the best destinations for the beach and exploring on your own. Cruise ships land directly off the beach, so you can be relaxing in pristine and crystal-clear ocean water as soon as you step off the pier.

Booking your Grand Turk Cruise

The cruise center is owned and operated by Carnival Cruise Lines, which also operates the majority of cruises to Grand Turk. However, several other companies also operate routes here, including Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Windstar Cruises, Costa Cruises and Crystal Cruises.

Arrival Process

It’s a breeze to land at the Grand Turk Cruise Center . You won’t have to deal with visa, immigration or customs issues. This complex has shops , restaurants , the largest Margaritaville in the Caribbean, the only Starbucks in the Turks and Caicos, and is the departure point for shore excursions.

It varies a bit according to each ship’s schedule, yet cruise ship guests unfortunately don’t have a lot of time on Grand Turk. Ships typically land mid to late morning, and depart in the afternoon. To get the most out of your visit, it makes sense to plan your day before disembarking.

Transportation

One of our top recommended ways to spend your day is to explore Grand Turk on your own. The island is easy to navigate, and it’s simple to book your transport . Car and vehicle rentals are typically picked up and dropped off right outside the entrance to the Grand Turk Cruise Center. With your own rental, you’ll be able to discover the beaches and sights at your own pace, and you’ll be able to escape the crowds too.

If you’d prefer not to drive, taxis are readily available from the cruise center.

Incredible Beaches

Exquisite beaches are a defining feature of the Turks and Caicos, and Grand Turk is no exception. Beautiful and diverse beaches surround the island.

The island’s top beach is the pristine Governor's Beach , which offers unbelievable sparkling waters and white sand. Considering the unrivaled quality of this beach, it’s surprisingly uncrowded.

The popular Cruise Center Beach fronting the cruise port doesn’t lag far behind. The ocean’s usually calm, clear and warm here, and there are complimentary beach loungers to relax on.

There’s a perfect beach for almost any activity. Cockburn Town Beach is near great restaurants and offers a historical backdrop, English Point is secluded, Pillory Beach has snorkeling , and East Side Beach and White Sands Beach are great for beachcombing .

All beaches and coasts in the Turks and Caicos up to the high tide mark are public and free-to-access. You don’t have to pay up to enjoy a non-existent “private beach”.

Many of the hotels and resorts in the Turks and Caicos maintain a fleet of non-powered water sports equipment for guest use, such as ocean kayaks , paddleboards , and windsurfers.

Snorkeling and Diving

Grand Turk is a world-renowned scuba diving destination. Abrupt and sheer wall sites, where the depths drop from around 40 feet (12 m) into the thousands, offer vibrant coral and varying marine life. You won’t waste time on long boat rides either, as many of the best dive sites are only minutes from shore.

Snorkeling is a bit of a mixed situation. There are definitely spectacular sites to be found, but most are too far off the coast to swim out to. A boat snorkeling cruise can get you to some great sights, or check out our snorkeling page for details on what can be seen from the beach.

The quantity and variety of marine life thriving at the reefs of Grand Turk is astounding. There’s colorful reef fish, lobsters, eels, turtles, stingrays, eagle rays, small sharks , vibrant coral, sea fans, and sponges.

Snorkel and dive excursions can be arranged through your cruise line, or private charters can be booked directly with local tour businesses.

History and Attractions

More so than the other islands in the country, many of Grand Turk’s attractions are of historical interest. The Grand Turk Lighthouse , Turks and Caicos National Museum , and old H.M. Prison are great places to visit, and the oceanfront and historical Cockburn Town offers remnants of British-Bermudian Colonial architecture. Cockburn Town is also a great place to get some food away from the crowds at the Cruise Center. The Museum has an exhibit on the Molasses Reef wreck, which is the oldest European shipwreck in the Americas to have been excavated.

Another fascinating sight are the old salinas from the bygone sea salt industry . The features near town still exhibit the brine gates and windmill pumps, in contrast to Hawkes Nest Salina near the cruise port, which has essentially become an extensive salt flat.

Gibbs Cay and Stingrays

Found off the east coast of Grand Turk, the small and scenic Gibbs Cay stingray encounter is another highlight of the area. At this small and uninhabited sea oat-covered island, friendly wild stingrays swim up to meet visitors. Discovering this island is a fun family vacation activity.

You’ll be able to snorkel with these majestic sea creatures in their natural environment, an all-too-rare encounter with wild animals. For those who may be unsure in the water, the white sands of the beach here and the views from the bluffs are also draws.

Humpback Whales

Although only a winter season activity, humpback whale watching is another interesting activity. The southern-most migration point for many western Atlantic humpbacks, the whales journey to banks around the Turks and Caicos and the Dominican Republic to mate and give birth.

It’s not predictable, however the opportunity to snorkel with these giant marine mammals may present itself. Swimming in the spectacularly blue ocean with whales is an unforgettable experience.

Boat Charters and Tours

There’s a wide selection of boat cruises and fishing tours for those who’d like to get out on the turquoise and blue ocean. Choose from a private tour or shared excursion.

A day trip on the water to explore our uninhabited cays is an amazing experience. There are quite a few little islands located within boating distance of Grand Turk, including Gibbs Cay , Round Cay , Long Cay , and Martin Alonzo Pinzon Cay , the easternmost land in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Exploring and Island Tours

Last but definitely not least is simply getting out and exploring on your own, one of our top recommended activities.

Grand Turk is an excellent place to discover by rental car, golf car or scooter . The island is small, it’s almost impossible to get lost, there are no dangerous areas, and there are many interesting sights and beaches to find.

Horseback riding is offered to cruise guests with rides on the eastern coast.

If you’d rather have a guide, there are several organized island tours to choose from, including open-air truck tours, and led ATV and dune buggy adventures.

Several fishing charters operate from Cockburn Town with reef and deep sea sport fishing. However, be advised that due to the time constraints of cruise visitors, these types of tourists may find they don’t have enough time.

For shore fishermen, remember that all fishing requires a license and fishing in National Parks is prohibited. The Columbus Landfall National Park (named after Christopher Columbus' presumed new world landfall in Grand Turk) covers much of the western coast, starting from near the Carnival-managed Cruise Center.

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• Enjoy 3.5 hours of breathtaking snorkeling at Grand Turk
• Explore the world-famous Amazing Wall coral shelf
• Engage with playful stingrays at Gibbs Cay
• Dive for live conch and watch a conch demonstration
• Relax on a white-sand beach and savor a fresh conch salad

This 3.5-hour Grand Turk excursion is a must-do for ocean lovers! The Turks and Caicos Islands are home to the third largest barrier reef in the world. Upon arrival the excitement starts as you board a boat and be on your way to snorkel the beautiful turquoise waters of Grand Turk.

Whether you are an advanced snorkeler or beginner, this is an opportunity to get up close and personal with the beautiful sea life right below you.

From there you will travel to the Amazing Wall, a coral shelf internationally famous with divers due to its dramatic shelf drops. The wall begins in the shallows at 20 feet, then drops to 70 feet, then 700 feet and finally to a depth of 7,000 feet and beyond.

During this Grand Turk excursion you will snorkel along the shallow shelf and watch as fish dart in and out of the dozens of species of dancing coral and sea fans. This magical undersea world is also home to numerous sea life including manta rays, sea turtles and an assortment of beautiful reef fish. While here, swim to the shelf's edge to see divers disappearing into the blue as they descend lower and lower down the wall.

Then it's back on the boat for a short ride to Gibbs Cay with a stop to dive for live conch. Upon arrival at Gibbs Cay you will be greeted by curious stingrays. Here's your chance to get up close and personal with these graceful gliders.

Once back on shore, enjoy a live conch demonstration then sit back and relax as your captain prepares a fresh conch salad for you. After your meal, you can hike up the cliff for fabulous views of the ocean or just stretch out on the white sand with a rum punch and let the waves lull you to a deep state of relaxation before your return trip back to port.

This popular tour sells out fast! Book now for an incredible day in Grand Turk among spectacular coral, sharks and stingrays.

Please Note : Snorkel gear, mask, snorkel, fins and inflatable snorkel vests are provided.

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• Pick up and drop off from outside your Grand Turk Cruise Ship Terminal!
• Fully licensed and insured Golf Cart!
• Complimentary bottled water during the excursion!
• Several stops for pictures and shopping opportunities!
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• Historic downtown - for local food and souvenir shopping, museum view!
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• English-speaking shore excursion guide!

• Pick up and drop off from the outside of your Grand Turk Cruise Ship Terminal!
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• Pickup and round-trip boat ride steps away from your Grand Turk cruise ship terminal!
• English-speaking certified sightseeing and snorkeling excursion guide!
• Guided snorkeling at the Amazing Wall!
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, a sanitized snorkel, masks, and a vest!
• Complimentary cold bottled water!
• Conch salad and Smooth Island Rum Punch are included!
• Stingray encounter at Gibbs Cay!

• Friendly, professional English-speaking sightseeing excursion guide!
• Complimentary bottled water!
• Conch ceviche, salad, and Smooth Island Rum Punch are included!

• English-speaking certified sightseeing and snorkeling guide!
• Guided snorkeling at The Amazing Wall!
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, masks, and a vest!

• Pick up from your Grand Turk cruise ship terminal!
• English-speaking certified ATV guides!
• Driving instructions and all security equipment provided!
• Automatic CF Moto 600 easy-to-drive ATVs (2-person vehicles). 
• Cold bottled water

• Grand Turk Bohio Beach Resort Day Pass!
• English-speaking, friendly beach resort staff!
• Freshly cooked seafood plate (other options available as well)!
• Welcome drink - rum punch, local beer, juice or cold bottled water with lunch!
• Beach bars, beach lounge chairs, and showers!
• Other beach resort activities for rent (kayaks, paddleboard, etc)!

• Guided marine park snorkeling excursion at 2 sites - shallow reef and wall!
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest!

• English speaking professional Grand Turk Jet Ski expert to provide instructions and supervision!
• 30 minutes or 1 hour Jet Ski rental options (check price chart)!
• 3-seater Yamaha 2013, powerful jet skis!
• Life jackets!
• Beach restaurant and beach bar on site!

• Round trip, 26 ft covered snorkel excursion boat ride from beach resort with an experienced captain!
• One hour of snorkeling or ocean swimming at the Grand Turk Wall!
• Beach Break at the private resort - valid from 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM!
• Bambarra Rum tasting session!
• One complimentary rum cocktail with your choice of Bambarra Rum!
• Beach Resort facilities - beach bars, beach lounge chairs, hammocks, and showers!
• Other beach activities and water sports for rent (kayaks, paddleboards, etc)!

• Driving through Grand Turk Island!
• Professional Grand Turk dune buggy cruise excursion guide!
• Security driving instructions and equipment!
• Cold bottled water!
• Dune Buggy Lucky 800cc with automatic transmission - no shifting (2-person vehicles)!

• Round trip 26 ft covered boat ride and experienced Grand Turk snorkel excursion captain!
• One-hour snorkel or ocean swim above the famous Grand Turk Wall!
• Snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, silicone mask, and vest!
• Resort beach break - open 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM!
• English-speaking resort staff!
• Freshly cooked seafood plate (other options available on-site)!
• Welcome drink - rum punch, local beer, juice or cold bottled water!
• Beach bars, beach lounge chairs, hammocks and showers!
• Other beach activities and beach water sports for rent (kayaks, paddleboard, etc)!

• Roundtrip air-conditioned transportation from your Grand Turk cruise ship terminal!
• English-speaking certified guide!
• Round-trip boat ride from the beach to two snorkeling sites!
• Guided snorkeling at 2 sites - shallow reef and wall!
• See the highlights of Grand Turk!

• Pickup is close to your Grand Turk cruise ship terminal!
• Small whale-watching groups only, personalized shore excursion service!
• Expert, experienced, licensed Grand Turk whale-watching cruise excursion guides, staff, and captain!
• Coastal Caribbean Grand Turk island sightseeing!

• Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from your Grand Turk cruise ship terminal!
• Round-trip boat ride from the beach to stingray encounters and snorkeling sites!
• See the highlights of Grand Turk island!

• Roundtrip air-conditioned transportation from your Grand Turk Cruise Ship Terminal!
• Complimentary WiFi in the van!
• See the highlights of Grand Turk, the jewel of the Turks and Caicos Islands!
• Escape the crowded and rushed cruise ship-sponsored Grand Turk shore excursions!

• Round trip boat ride to Gibbs Cay!
• Stingray encounter and snorkel with the Stingrays at Gibbs Cay!
• Free WiFi in the van!
• See the highlights of Grand Turk island, part of Turks and Caicos!

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Island Tour byTrikes 3WheelScooter

City Tour by Trike: Experience the beauty of Grand Turk Island with an exciting Trike tour! Join local guides as you ride along the island's stunning natural landscapes on a three-wheeled automatic scooter that's easy and comfortable to ride. The adventure begins with a 2-hour tour, where you’ll first stop at the replica of the famous Friendship 7 Capsule. From there, continue along Front Street and see some of the island's historic sites. You'll then stop at the Downtown area for 20 minutes, where you can indulge in local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, and take plenty of pictures. As you ride along Pond Street, look out for some of the island's most historic sites, including the salt ponds. Your final stop is Governor's Beach, where you'll spend an hour soaking up the sun, relaxing on the beach, and enjoying the stunning views. What’s Included:

• Guided city tour by Trike.
• Free time in Governor’s Beach and Downtown.

Requirements & Restrictions: Guests will be part of the convoy and cannot leave the convoy. A valid driver’s license is mandatory. Helmets will be provided and mandatory to wear. Good to Know: This tour is guided by two experienced persons, with one stationed at the front and another at the back to ensure the safety of guests throughout the journey.

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Catamaran Sailaway & Snorkel

Dive into the natural beauty of Grand Turk with this coastal catamaran voyage. Sail to the Grand Turk Wall, the 3rd deepest ocean trench in the world, where you'll snorkel the turquoise waters alongside tropical fish and colorful reefs. Then, spend the afternoon at a secluded white sand beach.

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