Turks and Caicos · GRAND TURK TOURS
The capital island is seven square miles with a wall that drops off just past the beach. The 15 below cover the stingrays at Gibbs Cay, the tram through Cockburn Town, the ATV trails and the cart hire, with prices and how they line up with a ship in port.
Pick up a 4- or 6-seat golf cart just outside Grand Turk’s cruise terminal, collect a helpful island map, and set out independently. Drive on the left to Cockburn Town, the lighthouse, beaches, shops, and Boaby Rock Point. Insurance, roadside help, and an extra driver are included.
“We had absolutely no issues with our golf cart and being able to see the beautiful island was amazing!”
Spend about three and a half hours exploring Grand Turk by boat with local guides such as Captains JJ and Vasco. Snorkel the Amazing Wall, visit Gibbs Cay, watch conch prepared fresh, meet stingrays, and enjoy rum punch. Equipment, water, tax, and conch salad are included.
“It was one of our best excursions ever. Small group. Captain Jay and First Mate Kendrick were great. The experience of Jay diving for conch and eating it just an hour later was incredible. Also great snorkeling and stingray interaction.”
Ride an open-air tram from the cruise terminal area across Grand Turk with local guides Doug or Carley. See Cockburn Town, Her Majesty’s Prison, salt ponds, wild donkeys, Governor’s Beach, the lighthouse, and the Space Capsule, with food tastings and a beverage included.
“Wonderful tour, I enjoyed this 100% and would book again. This was a great way to tour the island during a short stop on our cruise.”
Rent a covered four-seat golf cart from BMC Rentals and explore Grand Turk at your own pace. You receive a map, island brochures, and local sightseeing tips at pickup. The cart reaches beaches, salt ponds, historic Cockburn Town, and donkey-filled roads, with pickup near the cruise port.
“We got a great price and had no problems with the golf cart at all. Traveled the whole island and got to see everything.”
Pick up a golf cart near the Grand Turk cruise port, get a map and local advice, then spend the day exploring independently. Drive on the left, visit the lighthouse, find quieter beaches, see donkeys, and return to the same meeting point. Carts fit up to four people.
“Our golf cart had no brakes, and when mentioned or to.the operator, they didn't seem to care. Also ger exact words were, the gas tank is full, please fill up when you get close to being back. We stopped at first gas station after we left and there was 1/4 of a tank. Not truthful.”
Join Sheldon, Kevin, or another J&S guide for a small-group automatic ATV ride around Grand Turk. Expect colonial roads, Front Street, the lighthouse, Ridge Trail, North Creek, photo stops, bottled water, and an optional jerk meal. Drivers must be 21 with a license.
“I had such an amazing time for Sheridan as my partner wasn’t able to join me so it was just me and the tour guide. He did such an amazing job taking photos of me. He was very sweet and I did not feel unsafe at all.”
Rent a 4-seat automatic Club Car from Paradise Carts and explore Grand Turk at your own pace. Rentals run from one hour to a full day, with additional drivers allowed. Maps and brochures are intended to help, though you should confirm pickup details, cart condition, and fuel charges before setting off.
“Paradise is setup outside the gate. It worked great for our last minute reservation. Walk to the left along the red brick path to find them. See Wally! Our cruise only offered 2 hour rentals and Paradise is all day. We cruised north to the lighthouse had a cold beer and even saw a whale! Be sure and stop for a photo of the Grand Turks sign and wave to fellow golf carters along the way. Just before you reach town turn off to Pillary Beach. We rented beach chairs and umbrellas here. The water was really calm and had good snorkeling. The highlight was the local food options. We…”
Cruise 20 to 25 minutes from Grand Turk to uninhabited Gibbs Cay with a small group of up to 23 people. Captains such as JJ, Ray, Kelly, and Vasco explain stingrays and conch, prepare fresh ceviche, and guide you through shallow water with the rays.
“The meetup place was a little hard to find but once we did, it was an amazing experience that the whole family loved. The tour guide and Captain were super friendly and knowledgeable about the island. We got to touch and swim with the stingrays and check out an uninhabited island. The fresh conch ceviche was also amazing.”
Rent a private four-seat UTV golf cart from D.E.A. Rental Services and spend the day exploring Grand Turk independently. Daniel or Wil explains the controls, provides a map, and points out beaches, food stops, and sights such as the lighthouse and Governor’s Beach. The cart has seat belts, cup holders, a covered roof, Bluetooth audio, and a foldable rear seat.
“We had the absolute best time! We toured what we wanted and our cart was in great condition! Had absolutely no problems, we totally recommend this company! 100% on everything!”
Pick up a 4 or 6-seat golf cart from Cactus Carts just outside Grand Turk’s cruise-port gate. Otis, Jeffrey, or another staff member gives you a map, island tips, and a short driving briefing. Spend the day visiting beaches, donkeys, the lighthouse, Cockburn Town, and local eateries before returning the cart to the same spot.
“Otis was everything that the previous reviews had indicated. He helped us enjoy the island with his tips of things to see and do. We were confident in his directions as to what to see. The golf cart was very dependable. Governor Beach should not be missed. Sandy entrance without rocks. Warm water and nice vendors on the beach.”
Rent a covered six-seat golf cart from D.E.A. Rental Services for about 10 hours and set your own route around Grand Turk. Staff members such as Geefy and Jeffy provide operating help, maps, and local suggestions. Pickup is available outside the cruise port, with room for up to six people and a 1,150-pound total weight limit.
“Golf carts were okay. You only need 2-3 hours max to go around the island so the 10 hour duration is excessive. There is no way to get your monies worth. It would be better if they could rent for a couple of hours and pro-rate cost like at CataRead more”
Snorkel Grand Turk’s famous wall with a small group and guides such as Vasco, Kelly, or JJ. Look for parrotfish, angelfish, snapper, grunts, rays, and nurse sharks. Gear and water are included, and the crew may shift sites when weather or visibility changes.
“Local business! Our crew Voscoe and Kelly were amazing and so nice! We felt 110% taken care of! Loved the snorkeling spot so many beautiful fish and coral! Cool conch diving and Gibbs cat to swim with sting ray and have Conch salad was sooo fun!”
On Grand Turk, Aquatic Escapes sets up a private beach clear-kayak shoot near the cruise port. Compton and the team direct poses while a drone photographs you above the shallow water. You receive 60+ edited-ready photos, two videos, quick raw files, and a rum punch.
“Compton was great and gave me so many photos! I got dozens instantly on my phone, as well as a few videos! Definitely worth the cost for amazing photos in a gorgeous location!”
Meet Captains Romain and Luis near White Sands beach, a short walk from the Grand Turk cruise port. After a bumpy boat ride, you launch from the flight deck, float quietly for about 6 to 8 minutes at roughly 500 feet, then land back on board. Groups are limited to 12.
“The parasailing was awesome. The crew was awesome and went above and beyond to make it a memorable experience. We would definitely do it again.”
Rent a gas-powered Trail Master four-seat UTV for about 10 hours on Grand Turk. Daniel or Robinson may meet you outside the cruise port gates, provide a map, and explain the island. Expect a roof for shade, seat belts, cargo space, and a loud 200cc dune-buggy-style ride, not a golf cart.
“Our family, with ages ranging from 23 to 81, had the opportunity to explore Turks and Caicos with DEA Trailmaster UTVs, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip! My elderly parents, who both have multiple hip and knee replaceRead more”
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