Eco-Adventures, Horseback Riding, Tours and More
When most people come to an island, their primary perception is simply, sun, sand and sea. If you are always on the go and find it difficult just lounging around the resort pool another day, you’re probably in need of an island adventure.
The Turks and Caicos is indeed beautiful by nature and rich in history. Make sure to book a tour to one or more of the natural wonders and historical sites while visiting.
HORSEBACK RIDING
You don’t have to be an equestrian expert to navigate and enjoy this tour. Simply put, “horseback riding in the Turks and Caicos Island is the best ride you will ever have”.
The tour begins with the pairing of horse and rider; the expert guides consider your height, weight, experience, and sometimes personality when selecting your horse. Sounds like a dating service but it’s really designed to give the horse and rider an optimal ride.
Everyone receives a basic riding tutorial and soon after sets out on the trail. With operations in Long Bay Hills, Five Cays, and Blue Hills you won’t lack trails or scenery. All the trails end with horse and rider treading through the ocean shallows.
Be prepared to get a little wet as the most thrilling part of the trail goes right into the water…still atop your horse!
Horseback Riding Tours
- Unique Tours & Rentals more details
- Provo Ponies more details
- TCI Heritage Horseback Riding & Tours
Photo credit: Matt Anderson
SIGHTSEEING
As the slogan states, the Turks and Caicos Islands truly are “Beautiful by Nature”. We encourage you to enjoy all that the TCI has to offer. Some sites only requires your desire and self-guided motivation. Many of the heritage landmark sites can only be accessed by local tour guides and/or by contacting the Turks and Caicos National Trust in advance.
Many natural landmarks include:
- The Hole (Sink hole) – Long Bay, Providenciales
- Split Rock (Geological fissure) – Proggins Bay, Providenciales
- Indian Caves (Geological formations) – Middle Caicos
- Chalk Sound (Turquoise Lagoon) – Providenciales
Some heritage sites include: :
- Cheshire Hall Plantation (Loyalist Sisal Plantation) – Providenciales
- Split Rock (Geological fissure) – Proggins Bay, Providenciales
- Wades Greene Plantation (Loyalist Sisal and Cotton Plantation) – North Caicos
- Hill of Inscriptions (Shipwrecked sailor carvings) – Providenciales
To arrange tours contact the Turks and Caicos National Trust more details
There are also many architecturally significant buildings in South Caicos, Salt Cay and Grand Turk, leftover from the salt trade Colonial past.
All of these attractions can be accessed and enjoyed on your own timetable. However many are only available upon request and require advanced booking, but are well worth it.
Tip: rent a 4-wheel drive and go exploring.
GOLF
The Turks and Caicos golf and Country Club aka Provo Golf Club are considered to be one of the more challenging courses in the Caribbean. You may have to readjust your handicap to play this course, but thankfully the serene beautiful surroundings will keep you calm, focused, and determined through all 18 holes of play.
After a challenging round of play, enjoy a great meal and drinks with friends while cross-checking scorecards and exchanging wisecracks at Fairways Grill. Although your game may not always be consistent, the friendly service you come to expect at Fairway’s Grill and PGCC’s Pro Shop sure is.
GUIDED TOURS
The best way to get the lay of the islands and orient yourself to all of its landmarks is to buy an island tram ticket, get the guided tour, and get one big overview in one giant loop. It’s best to book tours and activities online ahead of time.
If you’re in Providenciales, contact Turks and Caicos Safari Tours and in Grand Turk, Island Trams Ltd. Both operators offer excellent, informative tours narrated by colorful guides. These tours are far less expensive than taking a taxi and will often stop at local bars and popular restaurants for snacks and refreshments.
EXPLORE OUR BEACHES
It’s no secret anymore that the Turks and Caicos Islands have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. We have consistently been ranked in the top 10 of almost every best beach competition in the last decade.
The beach they are referring to specifically is the spectacular 11 mile stretch of virgin white sand famously know as Grace Bay Beach. This stretch of sand has drawn visionary developers to build exquisite properties to match the splendor of their surroundings. Tourists flock to sunbath on these iconic shores and to splash in its pristine sea.
We invite you to explore the Turks and Caicos Islands to find your favorite beach and call it your own for the day.
Providenciales Beach Guide:
- Leeward Beach – Leeward, Providenciales
- The Bight Beach – The Bight, Providenciales
- Pirates Cove Beach – South Bluff, Providenciales
- Sapodilla Bay Beach – Chalk Sound, Providenciales
- Taylor Bay Beach – Chalk Sound, Providenciales
- Long Bay Beach – Long Bay, Providenciales
- Grace Bay Beach – Grace Bay, Providenciales
- Cooper Jack Beach – Discovery Bay, Providenciales
- Discovery Bay Beach – Discovery Bay, Providenciales
- Smith’s Reef Beach – Turtle Cove, Providenciales
- Coral Gardens Beach – The Bight, Providenciales
- Malcomb Roads Beach – North West Point, Providenciales
- Half Moon Bay Beach – Little Water Cay
Grand Turk Beach Guide:
- Governor’s Beach – Long Bay, Grand Turk
- Pillory Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
- Town Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
- Cedar Grove Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
- White Sand’s Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
- West Road Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
- Corktree Beach – West Road, Grand Turk
Middle Caicos Beach Guide:
- Mudjin Harbour Beach – Conch Bar, Middle Caicos
- Bambara Beach – Middle Caicos
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