Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks and Caicos Islands

Turks and Caicos Islands, located in the Caribbean, is an archipelago of stunning beaches, warm weather, and luxurious resorts. Explore the historic town of Cockburn Town, with its colorful houses and quaint streets, or the stunning beaches of Grace Bay. Discover the country`s natural beauty, from the Chalk Sound National Park to the Conch Bar Caves. The country`s cuisine, with dishes like conch salad, fish tacos, and lobster tail, is a delicious mix of Caribbean and international influences. Turks and Caicos Islands` music and dance traditions, including the traditional rake and scrape music and the junkanoo dance, are an essential part of its cultural heritage. Turks and Caicos Islands offer a travel experience that is both relaxing and indulgent for those seeking a luxurious Caribbean getaway.

Travel Time

January
Okay
February
Great
March
Great
April
Great
May
Best
June
Best
July
Best
August
Best
September
Great
October
Great
November
Great
December
Okay

Highlights, Sights & Attractions

Bay Bistro

Located on Grace Bay, Bay Bistro is known for its fresh, local ingredients and ocean views. It`s particularly renowned for its island-infused gourmet dishes. more

Located on Grace Bay, Bay Bistro is known for its fresh, local ingredients and ocean views. It`s particularly renowned for its island-infused gourmet dishes.

Bugaloo`s Conch Crawl

Located on Five Cays Beach, this popular restaurant specializes in conch dishes prepared in various ways. Diners can enjoy their meal while watching fishermen gather conch from the sea. more

Located on Five Cays Beach, this popular restaurant specializes in conch dishes prepared in various ways. Diners can enjoy their meal while watching fishermen gather conch from the sea.

Caicos Conch Farm

This is the only conch farm in the world, offering visitors a chance to learn about the lifecycle of the Caribbean Queen Conch. Tours provide insight into farming methods and the importance of conch to local ecosystems. more

This is the only conch farm in the world, offering visitors a chance to learn about the lifecycle of the Caribbean Queen Conch. Tours provide insight into farming methods and the importance of conch to local ecosystems.

Chalk Sound National Park

This natural lagoon features striking turquoise water filled with tiny islands. Kayaking is a popular activity here as it allows you to explore the natural beauty up close. more

This natural lagoon features striking turquoise water filled with tiny islands. Kayaking is a popular activity here as it allows you to explore the natural beauty up close.

Conch Bar Caves

The largest cave system in the Caribbean is located on Middle Caicos. These limestone caves, featuring stalactites and stalagmites, are an important historical and ecological site. more

The largest cave system in the Caribbean is located on Middle Caicos. These limestone caves, featuring stalactites and stalagmites, are an important historical and ecological site.

Da Conch Shack

Located in Blue Hills, Providenciales, Da Conch Shack serves some of the freshest seafood in the region. This beachfront restaurant offers a stunning view while you enjoy delicious dishes, especially the conch. more

Located in Blue Hills, Providenciales, Da Conch Shack serves some of the freshest seafood in the region. This beachfront restaurant offers a stunning view while you enjoy delicious dishes, especially the conch.

Governor`s Beach

Located on Grand Turk, Governor`s Beach is known for its excellent snorkeling conditions, white sandy beaches, and crystal clear waters. It`s also close to the cruise ship port, making it easily accessible for visitors. more

Located on Grand Turk, Governor`s Beach is known for its excellent snorkeling conditions, white sandy beaches, and crystal clear waters. It`s also close to the cruise ship port, making it easily accessible for visitors.

Grace Bay

Known for its mesmerizing beauty, Grace Bay is one of the most famous beaches in Turks and Caicos. The pristine white sand and turquoise waters make it a true paradise for beach lovers. This bay is also a perfect place for water sports such as snorke... more

Known for its mesmerizing beauty, Grace Bay is one of the most famous beaches in Turks and Caicos. The pristine white sand and turquoise waters make it a true paradise for beach lovers. This bay is also a perfect place for water sports such as snorkeling and swimming.

Climate

Month Temperature Sunshine hours Raindays
January 25 °C 9 2
February 25 °C 10 3
March 25 °C 10 4
April 26 °C 11 6
May 26 °C 11 8
June 28 °C 11 4
July 28 °C 12 5
August 28 °C 11 7
September 28 °C 11 5
October 28 °C 10 9
November 27 °C 9 11
December 26 °C 9 2

Facts

Language
  • English
Currency US Dollar
Population 38717
Tourists per year 1003000
Tourists per resident 25.90593279438
Foundation 1962

Ratings

Popularity
70.00%
Cost of living
81.95%
Parental Leave
90.00%
Beach vacation
95.00%
Backpacking
70.00%
Hiking
55.00%
Diving
90.00%
Cycling
50.00%
Skiing
0.00%
Roadtrip
70.00%

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