Private Boat Tour Providenciales: Grace Bay & Iguana Island

Snorkel the barrier reef and wade among rock iguanas on your own chartered boat.

A half-day private boat tour from Providenciales takes you to Grace Bay Beach and Iguana Island with a licensed guide, snorkeling gear, and a full menu of breakfast and lunch included. The boat and crew are yours alone, so the itinerary flexes to what you want to see, whether that's 45 minutes to an hour exploring coral reefs at the barrier, time on a deserted beach, or a close look at the endangered Turks and Caicos rock iguanas that live on Little Water Cay. Pickup is included.

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Private boat tour of Caicos Island, half day 09:00 Guide in English Pickup is included

Add-On Amenities 01:30 and 09:00 Guide in English Half-day menu: orange juice and pineapple juice, pastries, a fresh fruit platter, turkey and tuna wraps, conch fritters, and grilled lobster (seasonal). Pickup is included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour and island exploration

• Depart from Providenciales
• Visit Little Water Cay and observe wildlife
• Snorkel at the Barrier Reef
• Cruise private islands and deserted beaches

Stops and time spent at each 2 stops

1. Iguana Island 1h
2. Grace Bay Beach 3h

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and a licensed English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and return.
• fresh orange and pineapple juice, continental breakfast, fresh fruit, turkey and tuna wraps, conch fritters, grilled fish, and grilled lobster in season.

Times

• Every day 01:30 09:00

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Before you book

Group Private 7 group tours ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 22 pickup points.

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Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Stroller-friendly Public transport nearby Not recommended with heart problems

Operated by Caicos Island Charters

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The experience

The boat leaves with your guide and crew, and the day is built around what you want. Most trips spend 45 minutes to an hour snorkeling at the barrier reef (the coral, the fish, the visibility), then move to another stop: Grace Bay Beach, Iguana Island, or a private stretch of sand the crew knows. Because it's your charter, the timing and the route stay flexible. If the snorkeling is good and you want to stay longer, you stay. If the iguanas are out and you want to linger, the boat waits.

Breakfast and lunch come aboard: fresh orange and pineapple juice, a continental spread with fresh fruit, turkey and tuna wraps, conch fritters, grilled fish, and grilled lobster when it's in season. Snorkeling equipment is provided, so you bring nothing but yourself and a towel. The guide is licensed and speaks English, and the crew handles the boat while you're in the water or on the beach.

Little Water Cay, also called Iguana Island, sits northeast of Providenciales and is home to the endangered endemic rock iguana. The island is low-lying and dense with mangrove, buttonwood, coastal scrub, and tidal flats. You'll see osprey, brown pelicans, and shorebirds alongside the iguanas. Grace Bay Beach is the other main stop, a long stretch of sand on the north shore. The whole outing runs about four hours from pickup to return.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the snorkeling like at the barrier reef near Providenciales?

The barrier reef holds coral formations and tropical fish in clear water. Most trips spend 45 minutes to an hour in the water, and your guide and crew are with you the whole time to point out what's below and help anyone who needs it.

Will I actually see iguanas on Iguana Island?

Iguana Island (Little Water Cay) is a protected habitat for the endangered Turks and Caicos rock iguana, and they live there year-round. Your guide will take you to spots where they're most likely to be, though sightings depend on the time of day and the season.

What if I'm not a strong swimmer or have never snorkeled before?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and your guide is with you in the water. The tour suits all fitness levels, and the crew can adjust depth and location based on your comfort. Let them know before you start, and they'll keep you in shallow areas if you prefer.

Does the price include food and drinks?

Yes. Breakfast includes fresh juice, fruit, and pastries. Lunch includes wraps, conch fritters, grilled fish, and grilled lobster when in season. Bring your own sunscreen and towel. Those aren't provided.

How does pickup work?

Your hotel pickup is included in the tour price. The crew will collect you from your accommodation in Providenciales and bring you back after the four-hour outing.

Can I customize the itinerary, or is it fixed?

The boat is yours, so the itinerary is flexible. Your guide will show you the main stops (Grace Bay Beach, Iguana Island, the barrier reef), but you can spend more or less time at each one depending on what you want to do.