Nature and outdoor places in the Turks and Caicos Islands
Explore a turquoise lagoon, limestone caves, an iguana sanctuary and coastal trails across the Turks and Caicos Islands.
These places bring together protected wildlife, striking geology and open-air walks across several islands. Kayak among rocky cays, follow boardwalks past rock iguanas or take in limestone cliffs and coastal views.
Chalk Sound National Park
Parks & Nature, Providenciales
Chalk Sound National Park is a shallow lagoon scattered with small rocky islands. On calm days, kayak or paddleboard among the cays, or take in the lagoon from Chalk Sound Drive.
Conch Bar Caves
Parks & Nature, Middle Caicos
On Middle Caicos, Conch Bar Caves has stalactites, stalagmites, columns and still tidal pools. Guided torchlight walks pass roosting bats in this national park.
Governor's Beach
Beach, Grand Turk
Governor's Beach lies within Columbus Landfall National Park on Grand Turk. Its casuarina grove offers natural shade beside clear, shallow water.
Grand Turk Lighthouse
Things to do, Grand Turk
The grounds of Grand Turk Lighthouse have clifftop walking paths and ocean views. The cast-iron tower stands on limestone cliffs at the island's northern tip.
Little Water Cay (Iguana Island)
Parks & Nature, Providenciales
Little Water Cay is a protected sanctuary for the rare Turks and Caicos rock iguana. Boardwalk trails and a visitor centre provide ways to observe the iguanas without disturbing them.
Mudjin Harbour
Beach, Middle Caicos
Mudjin Harbour pairs a white-sand beach and Dragon Cay with high limestone cliffs. The historic Crossing Place Trail runs along the clifftops, with sweeping coastal views.