Turks & Caicos: Private Grace Bay Catamaran Tour with Lunch

Summary

Grace Bay’s turquoise water, rooftop lounging and island stops

You’ll feel that Grace Bay breeze as you cruise by private catamaran from Providenciales — snorkeling where fish dart past your mask, tasting fresh conch ceviche for lunch, laughing over rum punch spills or maybe spotting iguanas on Little Water Cay. With your own captain guiding you and pickup included, it’s one of those days that lingers long after you’re back on shore.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the slap of water against the hull — not loud, but steady, like a heartbeat under the chatter of our group. Grace Bay looked almost fake, that blue. Our captain, Javan, grinned as he handed me a cold bottle of fruit juice (I went for beer later, promise) and pointed out Little Water Cay in the distance. He said if we were lucky we might spot iguanas sunning themselves; I didn’t expect to care about lizards, but there’s something about seeing them in their own world that sticks with you.

We could do whatever we wanted — that’s what they told us when we booked this private catamaran tour from Providenciales. So we snorkeled first, masks fogging up as soon as I tried to talk underwater (classic). The sea tasted sharper than back home and there was this moment when everyone went quiet watching a school of fish flicker past. I got sand between my toes climbing back onboard and ended up just lying on the rooftop lounge for a while, music low and sun on my face. Lunch was wraps and conch ceviche — salty, citrusy, messy in the best way. Someone spilled rum punch and nobody cared.

I asked Javan if he ever got bored out here. He laughed and said every day was different; some days it’s families fishing off the side (you have to mention fishing when you book), other times it’s couples just drifting along Pine Cay or Fort George. We tried tubing too — I screamed more than I’d admit if anyone asks. There’s a bathroom onboard but honestly I barely noticed until someone asked after an hour.

On the way back to Grace Bay Beach, wind dried my hair into knots and I watched a pelican dive near the shore. It felt like time stretched out longer than four hours somehow. Even now, weeks later, I keep remembering that light over the water right before we docked — soft gold everywhere and everyone kind of quiet for once.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private 4-hour catamaran tour

• Pickup from Grace Bay Beach hotels
• Board private catamaran with captain
• Choose activities: snorkel, fish, or tube
• Visit best water spots with captain
• Swim and jump from diving board
• Cruise past Fort George and nearby isles
• Relax on rooftop lounge and listen to music
• Enjoy conch ceviche and sandwich lunch
• Drink water, beer, soda, and rum punch
• Return to Grace Bay Beach for drop-off

Top questions

How long is the private catamaran tour in Grace Bay?

The tour is available as a half-day (4 hours) or full-day option.

Is hotel pickup included for this Grace Bay catamaran tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are included from select Grace Bay Beach hotels.

What activities can you do on this private catamaran trip?

You can snorkel, fish (with advance notice), tube, sunbathe on the rooftop lounge or explore nearby islands like Pine Cay or Iguana Island.

Are food and drinks provided during the excursion?

Yes, lunch (wraps and conch ceviche) plus water, soda, fruit juice, beer and rum punch are included.

Is there a bathroom on board the catamaran?

Yes, there is a bathroom available onboard during your tour.

Can infants join this Turks & Caicos boat tour?

Infants are welcome but must sit on an adult's lap during the trip.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling equipment?

No need — snorkeling gear is provided as part of your private catamaran excursion.

How many people can join this private boat trip?

The price is based on 6 passengers per booking.

What’s included

Your day includes beach pickup and drop-off from select Grace Bay hotels in Providenciales; use of all snorkeling gear; tubing equipment; lunch with wraps and conch ceviche; unlimited water, soda, fruit juice plus beer and rum punch; local taxes; plus there’s even a bathroom onboard so you don’t have to worry about timing your drinks or swims.