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Sand & sea

Beaches

Turks and Caicos has more than 230 miles of coastline. These are the beaches guests ask about most, from world-famous Grace Bay to quiet cays you reach by boat.

Grace Bay Beach

Providenciales

Twelve miles of powder-soft sand and calm turquoise water, protected by the barrier reef. Best for swimming, families and sunset walks.

Long Bay Beach

Providenciales

Shallow, breezy and wide — the island's kiteboarding hub. Great for horseback riding along the shore.

Taylor Bay

Providenciales

A sheltered, waist-deep cove ideal for toddlers and photography. No facilities, so bring water and shade.

Sapodilla Bay

Providenciales

Calm, boat-friendly bay near the marina with a short hill hike to rock carvings.

Half Moon Bay

Between Water Cay & Little Water Cay

A natural sandbar reachable only by boat, next to the iguana sanctuary. A staple stop on IFAST boat charters.

Governor's Beach

Grand Turk

Shaded by casuarina trees with excellent snorkelling right off the sand — popular on cruise days.