The Turks and Caicos Islands in the Caribbean offer liveaboard diving. The country is a British overseas territory consisting of the Greater Caicos Islands and the Lesser Turks Islands. They are primarily known for tourism and as an offshore financial center. Cockburn Town, the capital since 1766, is located on Grand Turk. The eight main islands and 22 smaller islands have a total land area of ​​only 616,3 square kilometers. The highest peaks on the islands are Blue Hills on Providenciales and Flamingo Hill on East Caicos. Both reach a modest 48 meters above sea level. The main island of Provinciales or Provo is known for luxury resorts and is home to a wealth of upscale restaurants and shops.

The Turks and Caicos Islands are a biodiversity hotspot. The islands are home to many endemic species of lizards, snakes, insects, and marine plants and organisms; in addition to being an important breeding ground for seabirds.

While “most beautiful” is subjective, Grace Bay Beach in Turks and Caicos has repeatedly been voted the best and most beautiful beach in the world. A strong argument that the country has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The islands are known for their miles of pristine, soft white sand and incredibly clear, vibrant turquoise waters.

How much does a liveaboard to Turks and Caicos cost?

It is difficult to answer how much a liveaboard diving trip to Turks and Caicos costs, but expect to pay around 50 – 55,000 SEK / person and upwards for a liveaboard including flights, transfers, accommodation and diving. Marine park and port fees are usually added.
For a liveaboard to Silver Banks and the Dominican Republic, count from 60 – 65,000 SEK / person for the equivalent, snorkeling only.

To be more precise about how much a liveaboard to Turks and Caicos costs, more information is needed, what you want it to include, how long you want to be away, the layout of the trip, etc. There are several reasons why the price can vary and you can find examples here on our website. The best thing you can do is contact us for a free proposal and we will put it together for you.

When is the best time to go to Turks and Caicos?

The best time to dive in Turks and Caicos is generally December to May. This is generally during the dry season when visibility is good and conditions are calm for diving. This is also when you have the chance to see migrating humpback whales and other large marine life. For unique encounters with humpback whales, a liveaboard to Silver Banks, which departs from the Dominican Republic, is recommended. This is the same liveaboard that normally operates in Turks and Caicos. Diving is possible year-round, with the summer months offering warmer water temperatures but also entering hurricane season.

o Dry season, late December – April
o Transition months, May and November
o Rainy season, May – October

What can I see when diving in Turks and Caicos?

Turks and Caicos is home to a rich and diverse marine life. There are several species of sharks here, such as nurse sharks, Caribbean reef sharks, lemon sharks, bull sharks and hammerheads. It is quite common to see rays, especially southern brown stingrays and eagle rays. Turtles and a wide variety of fish such as parrotfish, angelfish, angelfish, snappers and groupers. Marine mammals such as dolphins and migrating humpback whales are also seen here, especially during the winter months.
The islands' protected reefs are in pretty good shape with live corals, sponges and several species of invertebrates including crustaceans, mollusks with octopuses and the beautiful flamingo tongue snail.

Where is the best diving in Turks and Caicos?

The best diving in Turks and Caicos is generally found in the areas of Providenciales, West Caicos and French Cay. They are known for their wall dives, healthy coral reefs and rich marine life. Here, in addition to coral and sponges, you will often see various sharks, rays and schools of fish along the reefs and out in the blue. 

When and where are liveaboards and safaris available in Turks and Caicos?

There is a liveaboard that operates in Turks and Caicos. It has departures year-round except during January – April when it moves to the Dominican Republic. The annual gathering of humpback whales at Silver Banks makes many want to see these huge animals and experience snorkeling with the whales.  A liveaboard here runs over seven nights continuously. For those of you who want to go on a liveaboard in Turks and Caicos or Silver Banks or another destination, contact us with your wishes and concerns on tel: 0301-22100.

Extra nights on site

You will need at least one, but we recommend at least a couple of nights in place before you go on a liveaboard in the Bahamas. This is partly to get to your liveaboard with a transfer and partly to guard against flight or luggage delays. Depending on flight times between international flights and your liveaboard, you may need a night after your liveaboard. Depending on your choice of liveaboard, you will need to stay in the Bahamas or in Florida, USA.