Providenciales (Provo), Turks and Caicos Islands - The Main Tourism Destination

Providenciales - “Provo” Turks and Caicos Islands

The most developed island for tourism, Providenciales has a variety of world-class accommodations just waiting to be discovered. Walk miles of powder soft white sand beaches, enjoy a multitude of hues of clear blue sea and sky. It seems that most Caribbean destinations have a signature attraction and Providenciales, often referred to as Provo, is no exception. In a country themed “Beautiful By Nature”, one such trademark is a magnificent span of pristine white sand beach (Grace Bay Beach) which visitors can lazily stroll for miles. Complimenting the soft, low lying dunes is a ribbon of sparkling clear turquoise sea.

A photograph of Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales (Provo), Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Grace Bay Beach - Providenciales

Providenciales along with its world-class diving also boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, ranked in the top 10 best Caribbean golf courses by “Caribbean Travel & Life” and is listed in the top 20 hot spots in the world for billfishing by “Sport Fishing” magazine. On land or on sea you will find plenty of activities to lure you off the beaches. A day of sailing may be just the treat that you are seeking.

Dining on Providenciales offers a variety of culinary experiences available at many excellent restaurants.

While the island lacks the large shopping malls common to some Caribbean destinations there are many “pockets” of retail activity available to our visitors. You pay NO sales tax on purchases and many items are “duty-free.”

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Whether your taste runs to elegant sophistication or sand-in-your-toes casual style you can fulfill it on Providenciales.

THE BEACHES OF PROVIDENCIALES

A photograph of Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales (Provo), Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Grace Bay Beach - Providenciales

The protective barrier reef which surrounds Providenciales offers some of the best scuba experiences in the world. This reef also breaks the incoming surf to create the calm, iridescent turquoise waters that edge our white sand beaches. Find the beach of your dreams! No matter where you go, you won’t find a crowd. Remember to use protective sun screen and take water to drink, especially if you travel off the beaten path. Please do not litter.

All beaches in the Turks and Caicos Islands are public from the low tide line to the dune line. Please look for and use marked public access routes and do not use private property for beach access or exploration.

Do not leave valuables unattended either on the beach or in your car. It is recommended to not leave anything in your car at beach accesses or in remote areas. Leave your car unlocked so thieves do not have to break a window to discover there is nothing inside. When travelling to our remote areas it is always wise to carry a cell phone and drinking water.

* Best beaches for snorkelling.

The Bight Beach - Providenciales

Easily accessible at the end of Pratt’s Road at the Lower Bight Road with a new childrens playground nearby. A favourite Kite Boarding area.
The Bight Reef * - Providenciales

At the end of Penn’s Road this area offers an exquisite snorkelling experience close to shore. The beach access is next to Coral Gardens and their beachfront restaurant. Snuba TCI is next door at the Windsong. PLEASE do not touch or stand on the fragile coral.
Blue Hills Beach - Providenciales

This wild and scenic beach runs from Thompson Cove to Northwest Point. A favourite for photographers and artists. Several local restaurants and bars are found here, featuring fresh local seafood, conch, lobster, rum and music.
Grace Bay Beach - Providenciales

One of the most beautiful beaches in the world...

Grace Bay Beach - Providenciales

The beach running all along the front of our popular resorts is referred to as Grace Bay Beach. From Beaches Resort & Spa to the Ocean Club Resort is approximately 3 miles. The most populated area is in the vicinity of Beaches Resort.
Leeward Beach - Providenciales

The eastern end of Grace Bay is accessible from a public access within the Leeward community from Sunset Drive. Secluded with white sand, limestone cliffs and stone jetties.
Long Bay Beach - Providenciales

This southeastern beach is 3 miles long and accessible by several paths from the Long Bay Hills Road. Beautiful and isolated, eastern breezes bring treasures from as far away as South America. A favourite Kite Boarding area.
Malcolm Roads Beach - Providenciales

Malcolm Roads Beach - Providenciales. Photo by Carl McBurnie

Enjoy a drive headed west through the seaside communities of Blue Hills and Wheeland, then bear left for a five mile trek through the hills and bush to a two mile long white sand beach. The road has been improved.
Pelican Beach - Providenciales

A wide white sand beach at the far eastern end of Grace Bay is accessible from a public access within the Leeward community from Pelican Drive.
Sapodilla Bay Beach - Providenciales

Sapodilla Bay Beach is just off Chalk Sound Drive

To get to our southernmost beach, turn right off the road to South Dock on to Chalk Sound Drive. Look for a Rotary trash bin on your left. A quarter mile long white sand beach with gin clear shallow water make this beach a favourite gathering spot, perfect for small children and a yacht anchorage.

Sapodilla Bay Beach is accessible from either end of the beach
Smith’s Reef * - Providenciales

Smith’s Reef - Providenciales. Photo by Carl McBurnie

At the mouth of the Turtle Cove Pond. Just off this point to the east is Smith’s Reef, an excellent spot to snorkel. This point also marks the beginning of a several mile long stretch of beach that ends at Leeward Going Through.
Taylor Bay Beach - Providenciales

Taylor Bay Beach - Providenciales. Photo by Carl McBurnie

About one mile past Sapodilla Bay, a secluded white crescent of sand with shallow water.

Taylor Bay Beach is accessible from the Sunset Bay tennis court area