Kids Town Excursions

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SCUBA

With an on-site SCUBA program, our PADI Instructors offer a number of dive programs and trips for the kids, teens and adults at Grace Bay Club.

Kids 8 and up can learn the basics of SCUBA and practice in the Family Pool. For kids 5 and up, SASY is available, and participants remain on the surface.

$85

PADI Discover SCUBA Diving (the Resort course)

This non-certification program is designed for individuals who are not yet certified but would like to try SCUBA diving. Experience the beauty of the underwater world in this half day experiential program with our certified PADI Instructor. Course covers basic SCUBA skills in a pool setting, and then a beach or boat dive to the amazing and untouched coral reefs of TCI to a maximum depth of 40 feet. You may have the chance to see grouper, sea turtles, lobster, eagle rays, sharks and more! For ages 10 and up.

$150 DSD / pool only
$335 DSD / pool + 1 tank dive
$185 DSD / repeat dive

Guided Dives Trips

Scheduled dive trips departing directly from the hotel beachfront are available for certified divers and GBC guests only. 1 and 2 tank dives are available for up to 5 divers and run into Grace Bay and Pine Cay. With only a 10-15 min boat ride to the world’s best diving, you can enjoy a dive, and be back early with plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your day!

$185 / 1 Tank Dive, approx 2 hrs
$235 / 2 Tank Dives, approx 4 hrs

Prices are inclusive of all dive gear except wetsuit & computer

Snorkeling

Ultimate Snorkeling (boat)

With our experienced guides visit 2-3 very different snorkel sites along the barrier reef and/or shallower scattered heads. ‘Manta tow’ snorkel across the reefs behind the boat (aka, Lazy Man Snorkel). Learn the names and behaviors of the local fish and corals as well as safe freediving techniques. A dedicated and true snorkel adventure.

$125

Marine Education & Guided Snorkel Experience

On land, with our marine naturalist, we first discuss the unique geography and geology of the Turks & Caicos Islands as well as the fascinating formation and importance of coral reefs. We then move to the National Marine Park for a briefing on snorkel etiquette, snorkel instruction and a guided underwater tour. Equipped with underwater Fish ID cards, we identify and learn about the fish and coral of the area, spotting turtles, parrotfish and stingrays and explore the most pristine interior coral reefs. 2-3 hours, private bookings only.

Private Request Only

Whale Watching Experience (January –April)

Weather permitting, we take you along the ‘wall’ to look for migrating Humpback whales (fingers crossed!!!) and deeper snorkel sites. We discuss whale watching etiquette and the annual humpback migration to TCI waters. Includes snorkeling when safety and the whales permit.

$135

The Aqua-Adventure

This 3-4 hour boat excursion explores the land and water of Turks & Caicos. We tour the Princess Alexandra Nature Reserve and visit the indigenous Rock Iguanas. We study the coastal ecology of the area, looking for wildlife, birdlife and shells. Two or more snorkeling sites are also visited where we practice our snorkeling skills and learn about the beautiful marine life of TCI. Final stop is historical Fort George in seek of buried treasure. Older kids learn to ‘manta tow’ snorkel behind the boat and we may even visit an old shipwreck for a snorkel!

$135

The Turks Treasure Hunt & Mermaid Encounter

Set sail with map in hand for a swashbuckling adventure at sea on this hunt for BURIED TREASURE! Search for the mystical Mermaid Bella and rise to her challenge to win secrets that lead across deserted islands and open oceans on the trail for pirate booty. A 3 hour fun filled one-of-a-kind experience for the whole family.

$155

Sea Turtle Project

Join us for a 1/2 day educational ocean-based experience learning about sea turtles in TCI, and assisting with the tagging and releasing of green and hawksbill turtles. Our unique and experiential conservation program covers the marine biology of sea turtles and takes our guests on a boat and into the ocean where they assist our marine experts with the tagging and releasing of turtles, while snorkeling various sites along the way.

Private workshops are $1200 and limited to 6 persons. 25% of the proceeds from our project are donated towards the Sea Turtle Conservation Fund which will fund satellite tags and educational projects for sea turtles in Turks & Caicos.

$185

Kayak and SUP Adventures

The Wilderness Paddle

Way off the beaten path and in the Western wetlands of Provo we take you to a fascinating nature reserve where you are likely to be the only human visitor. In abundance, however, will be aquatic and birdlife within mangrove communities. We paddle through a large protected saltwater creek that opens up and connects to the Atlantic Ocean where you can glimpse West Caicos and explore an entirely different seascape. There are many paths and creeks from which to explore and paddle, a cliff jumping rock and pirate cave with 1600 C. rock etchings. Snorkels welcome. Pure wilderness meets true adventure.

$155

Mangrove Madness Eco Adventure

A guided tour through the Princess Alexandria Nature Reserve with local marine ecologists. Learn about the magnificent mangroves and marine life of the area while encountering baby lemon sharks, birdlife, rays and more!

$115

Chalk Sound Nature Reserve

Perfect for all paddling levels and true to its name, this ‘salt water lake’ is absolutely breathtaking in chalky blues and greens. Small uninhabited cays are scattered throughout, and its shallow depth and inland location serve to protect users from wind, currents and reef. This is an ideal place for kids and beginner paddlers as well because the water is never more than neck deep. Here you can trace the coastlines in search of birds, iguanas, sea turtles, juvenile fish, and explore small cays and mangrove communities.

$115

Boogie Down to Bugaloos

A southside paddles across shallow turquoise waters and in mangroves followed by snacks at famed local hot spot, Bugaloo’s. Includes native conch demonstration, sample seafood platter (or non-fish alternative) and soft drink.

$135

Glow Worm & Full Moon Ecotour

Experience the monthly mating ritual of the glow worms via paddleboard or kayak. 40 minutes after sunset, the glow worms display their ‘dance’ in the moving waters. Enjoy hot cocoa on the sea! Experienced paddlers only.

$115

The Downwinder

Depending on wind and tide we will travel one way with the wind at our backs and work on downwind paddling technique with our PaddleFit certified Pros. Designed for intermediate paddlers and up.

$60

SUP and Snorkel Adventures

“The Point” Paddle and Snorkel Adventure

In the Northwest Point National Marine Park you have a rocky rugged “iron shore” coastline mixed with white sand beaches and numerous coves that open up at low tide. Healthy scattered coral heads inside the reef make for excellent snorkeling along the way. Way off the beaten path.

$125

Smith’s Reef

Scattered coral reefs on the north shore in less than 20 feet water make this spot perfect for snorkeling and SUP. Look for sea turtles, eagle rays and a large variety of healthy corals and reef fish.

$115

Island Tours

The “Island Tour”

Take a fun and educational exploratory tour of Provo. We tour kids to “the Hole”, Conch Farm, Chalk Sound National Park, and see pink Flamingoes in a secret spot. We visit the 300 year old plantation ruins where kids learn about the history of the Turks and Caicos Islands from a local guide and historian from the TCI National Trust. Last, we tour through the oldest settlement on Provo, Blue Hills, and stop for a native lunch at the famous Conch Shack. GREAT RAINY DAY ADVENTURE TOO! Lunch NOT included.

$90

Southwest Bluff Adventure

This adventure takes kids to the Southwest point of the island, where we hike the remote pirate caves and re-discover the rock etchings from pirate ships of the 1600’s. Weather permitting we may offer cliff jumping (max 25 feet). Our adventure continues in search of Eagle rays and lobster with snorkeling around the bluff and in the pristine shallow waters of this unspoiled area. Picnic lunch.

$135

“Iguana Island” Hop

Take a 5 minute boat ride to Little Water Cay to visit the indigenous Rock Iguana, home to over 10, 000 iguanas! Once there we take an educational boardwalk tour through the small island and a ride back through Princess Alexandra Nature Reserve. How many iguanas can you count? A shorter trip for little people.

$75