Grand Turk Private Historical and Ecology Tour

2 h 15 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Your guide is a local historian with surprising stories to share.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Grand Turk played a role in historic space missions.

The tour passes Waterloo, an 1815 colonial mansion and the Governor’s official residence.

For nearly 300 years, Grand Turk supplied salt to a global trade network.

The tour passes through Cockburn Town, a preserved colonial capital with Bermudian-style architecture, where every corner is photo-worthy.

Hear about abolitionist Mary Prince and her connection to Grand Turk and the British West Indies.

See some of the island’s oldest churches still standing today.

Visit the Turks and Caicos Islands National Museum to learn about the Tanios/Lucayans and see the Western Hemisphere’s oldest known European shipwreck.

Learn about Columbus Landing National Park and the salt flats that attract flamingos and wading birds in season.

At the 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse, enjoy Atlantic and Turks Island Passage views from the Horatio Nelson Lookout.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Turks Island Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pass to Museum and Water is included

Not included

Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Turks & Caicos National Museum

30 min Admission included

Discover the salvaged remains of a sunken ship believed to be the oldest European shipwreck in the Americas, including parts of the hull, cannons, and historic weapons.

Explore fascinating Lucayan artifacts from the people who lived on these islands before the arrival of Bermudians and Loyalists. Objects include duhos, the ceremonial stools used by Lucayan chiefs.

Step into three centuries of the islands’ salt industry through engaging displays, photographs, and audio experiences.

Before you leave, browse a thoughtfully selected range of gifts, books, postcards, and souvenirs to remember your visit.
Grand Turk Lighthouse

15 min

Take in sweeping views of the Turks Islands Passage and the Atlantic Ocean from the historic 1852 Grand Turk Lighthouse.

Follow the informative signs and plaques around the grounds to learn more about the lighthouse’s history and its role in guiding ships safely through local waters.

Meet the free-roaming wild donkeys that add charm and character to the lighthouse experience, with carrots available for purchase on site.

Complete your visit with refreshments and souvenirs from the lighthouse gift shop.
Columbus Landfall National Park

5 min

Hear and see portions of the Columbus Landfall National Park, a protected marine sanctuary that is along the entire western length of Grand Turk and where the world-famous Grand Turk Wall plunges to over 7,000 feet.

Learn about the marine life and famous dive sites within the National Park.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Clients will be picked up from the Taxi Stand at the Grand Turk Cruise Port and from the arrivals area at the J.A.G.S McCartney, International Airport, Grand Turk

End point

Clients will be picked up from the Taxi Stand at the Grand Turk Cruise Port and from the arrivals area at the J.A.G.S McCartney, International Airport, Grand Turk