We told Captain Jack we wanted to spend four hours relaxing on a boat and exploring some of the beautiful sights around the island, and he delivered WAY beyond our expectations! We visited Half Moon Bay, saw the iguanas, enjoyed a delicious lunch, and stopped at the popular Noah’s Ark. They even went out of their way to find us a conch shell to take home as a souvenir! We got a firsthand lesson on how to take it apart and even enjoyed freshly made conch ceviche. But honestly, what made the day so special was the incredible vibe. Captain Jack and “Honey Buns” were so friendly, fun, and entertaining. They made the entire experience feel like we were out on the water with old friends. And the highlight? They even got my daughter out snorkeling, where she literally got to swim with the sharks! Our ONLY regret? Booking the half-day trip instead of a full day! We could have spent ALL day out on the water with these guys. If you’re visiting Turks & Caicos and want an unforgettable experience with an amazing crew, BOOK WITH Grace Bay Adventures and ask for CAPT. JACK! You won’t regret it. Five stars all the way!
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- Includes catering, sandwiches, rum punch, soft drinks, beer and bottled water, some fruit,
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Departure & Return
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- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
You will enjoy a half day on the beautiful turquoise water snorkeling, and visiting outer islands, Iguana Island, inter-coastal waters, swim with dolphins, explore and adventure to iguana island.
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Our family of 5 (aged 15 to 58) did the half-day private charter. The boat picked us up at the beach by our condo, and we spent the morning snorkeling, exploring Iguana Island, and having fun at Noah's Ark. Our captain and his mate, Akeemo and Greg, were extremely accommodating, very friendly, and kept us fed and hydrated the entire time. We truly enjoyed ourselves and will look for them when we return to the island. If you're booking with Grace Bay Adventures, ask for Akeemo and Greg—you will not be disappointed!
If I could give this experience an 11 out of 10, I would! This was hands down the best private boat charter we’ve ever been on and the highlight of our trip to Turks & Caicos. Lex and Honey BunBun were absolutely phenomenal! They took us to the most beautiful snorkeling spots and hidden gems, shared so much interesting information about the island, and kept the energy high all day long. They were knowledgeable, fun, professional, and incredibly accommodating. It honestly felt like spending the day with friends who knew all the best places to go. We were a party of five with young kids, and they went above and beyond to make sure everyone had an amazing time. They were patient, helpful, and made the experience fun for both the adults and the kids. The food was fresh and delicious, the drinks were amazing, and every detail was thoughtfully planned. We never felt rushed, and the entire day was perfectly organized from beginning to end. We’ve done several private boat charters over the years, and this one was truly in a league of its own. Lex and Honey BunBun made my birthday celebration unforgettable, and it was easily one of the best days of our vacation. If you’re visiting Turks & Caicos and thinking about booking a charter, stop looking and book this one. You won’t regret it!
🌴 Core memory unlocked. 🌊🐠 Without a doubt, our private half-day tour with Grace Bay Adventures was one of the absolute highlights of our week in Turks and Caicos. Captain Gringo and Jeff were phenomenal. From the moment we stepped on the boat, they made us feel like family and customized the day so we could experience the very best of these beautiful islands. We explored stunning sandbars, wandered deserted islands that felt like something out of a postcard, cruised over to North Caicos, learned about the fascinating history of the salt industry, and snorkeled in the most crystal-clear turquoise water. Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, we spotted a reef shark gliding by. What an incredible experience! This wasn’t just a boat tour. It was an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, breathtaking scenery, and moments we’ll never forget. If you’re looking for an authentic, personalized experience in Turks and Caicos, don’t hesitate to book with Grace Bay Adventures. Captain Gringo and Jeff, thank you for giving our family one of our favourite memories from this vacation. We’ll be talking about this day for years to come! 🌴☀️🩵
My daughter and I had the most INCREDIBLE day with Captain Jack and an amazing experience! He told us that he loves what he does and never thinks of it as work, and it showed in everything he said and did! He was a joy to be with as he took us on an amazing guided tour of all the islands, narrating all the way. He asked us exactly what WE wanted to do and catered to all our needs—even when I said that I wanted to find the best shells and he took me to three different places until I found what I was looking for. It was an afternoon filled with music, laughter, stories, and beautiful scenery. We will request him again when we return! Thank you, Grace Bay Adventures!
Lisa was great to book with. Lex and Wilson made our trip so fun! Snorkeling was awesome, 2 reef sharks made it exciting. Great food.
Memorable, stunning, welcoming.. there are not enough words to describe the beauty we got to experience with the Grace Bay Adventures team! But what truly made it special were our guides, who quickly learned how much we loved nature so they took their time to find every opportunity from birds in the mangroves, sea turtles, catching sharks, and finding iguanas! 12 out of 10 if possible! Made us feel safe from the beginning and were very knowledgeable about the islands, along with being great DJ’s 🫶🏼
Company picked us up on the beach right next to our resort. Excellent communication before the trip without feeling like constant bugging. Great boat, Jack and Wilson were a dynamic duo. Great snorkeling and seeing turtles, going some nice narrations of the beach front properties. Toured us on iguana island. Then off to another little cay and some sand bars. We were going to go to the shipwreck. It the water got too rough. They were still willing to take us if we wanted to wreck our backs, we chose not to but appreciate that they were willing to consider it. Finished off with more time at Noah’s Ark. We went with our almost 5 year olds and he had a blast, he even snorkeled and I attribute part of it just to the overall vibes on the boat. At Noah’s ark they had another boat of theirs come, a double decker catamaran with a slide… naturally we had to go… several times. Wilson made sure we always had a beer or rum punch in hand, and if he was busy doing something else Jack made sure also. The appetizers they provided were 🔥🔥 so good. Then on way back they let our son drive the boat back, making another core memory. Lastly, when we got in the boat my son spotted a beautiful conch shell by the motor and Jack said it’s his after trip. Well after all the rum punch we forgot about it until later. I called and the tour operator guy was also awesome and the next day we had the shell broguht to us beach side again. So… is it pricey for just the three of us? Yes. Do I wish I would’ve called and tried to negotiate a lower price? Maybe. Was it worth it regardless? Absolutely. If you can swing it financially don’t overthink and book with Grace Bay Adventures and ask for Jack and Wilson 👌
We had the best time touring the island and snorkeling. They did a great job tailoring the day for our family! And the food and drinks were top notch.
This was definitely a must do again adventure. The snorkeling was fun, the scenery breathtaking, and the meal was amazing. We could not have asked for any better guides than we had. They were professional, informative, and polite...and they also made the trip memorable with their wit and sense of humor.
We had the absolute best, most fun day. Highly recommend. We did so much in 4 hours and the captains were amazing and took great care of us!
This boat trip with captain Scott was amazing. We traveled both sides of the island, intercoastal, and out to the shipwreck. Come hungry and thirsty. The rum punch was delicious and the catered food was fantastic. We snorkeled and Scott took very good care of us. Would highly recommended this excursion to anyone.
Prime Time (Deon) and Stanley took us (me & my husband) on a wonderful 4 hr. boat tour. Why the great review… They picked us up on time, were professional, friendly and accommodating. My husband and I do not snorkel and really just wanted to see more of the islands and some sandbars. That is exactly what we got and more. Prime Time made sure we saw JoJo, the local dolphin. It was wonderful! We also enjoyed time on a remote sandbar where Stanley kindly offered to take pictures of us. Then we enjoyed a delicious lunch on another remote beachfront. The food was delicious - chicken wings, pin wheel sandwiches, kabobs, coleslaw and some vegan options. This impressed me as other charters we have been on offer a basic sandwich and that’s it. We feel fortunate to have had the experience and recommend it to anyone considering a trip to T&C. Thanks, guys!
Captain Jack and 1st Mate Stanley Were amazing . We snorkeled , saw parts of the island that you don’t have access to plus the best rum punches . Would do this twice next time 👍
Captain Jack very knowledgeable about the history and story of the area. Have an idea of what you want to do and he will help make it happen
In 2024 we had a so/so experience on a previous half day tour with another provider that stopped for an hour in high seas and made many of our family members sea sick. This year we decided to hire a private half day boat tour that would be flexible to the conditions and our family's comfort. Captain Lucky and first mate Cheese avoided wavy areas and took us out to Iguana Island, Noah's Ark, a giant shipwreck and the beautiful beach at half moon bay. They were both very attentive and provided a lot of information about the sites we visited. On our way back to the marina we had a delicious lunch (rum punch and other drinks were available all day). I was so happy we found a way to see the sites without making half of our family sick for the rest of the day. Highly recommend!
We had the absolute best time on this cruise around Providenciales. The sites were amazing. The ship’s crew was extraordinarily nice. The food was delicious. This was a great day.
This was an incredible, once in a lifetime, amazing experience and we can’t thank the Captain and Cheese enough! Amazingly gracious engaging fun guys who made sure our family’s trip was an unforgettable one. Extremely knowledgeable about the island and sea life. The snorkeling was spectacular and the stops along the journey helped create a fantastic voyage, if you want a guaranteed 5 star experience, set your island playlist, get ready for some rum punch, and give Jermaine a ringy ding ding!! Hoy hoy! ☀️🍹🎉
We had a fantastic afternoon with Captain Jack and Cheese. Took us snorkeling and visiting various beaches. Thanks for the wonderful tour!
The experience was great. We snorkels to see fish and turtles, learned how to find conch, had amazing fresh conch ceviche, had great snacks and yummy rum punch. Chap and Cheese - our boat crew- did a great job!
A MUST on your visit. Better views from the ocean than anywhere on the island. Crystal clear water, gorgeous sand bars, delicious food and drinks, and great service. The highlight of our trip!!! You have to book!!!! Wish we did a full day!
We had an awesome day on the water with Captain Jack and his co captain. We are a family of four and saw everything we wanted. Turtles. Iguanas. Dolphins. Etc. we had a fantastic catered meal and lots of fabulous rum punches. We felt very taken care of. Thanks again. Would recommend and book again.
Captain Chappa and the first mate Wilson were excellent guides, very informative. We cruised for a few hours enjoying drinks and food onboard. Chappa dove for lobster, it was amazing.
Grace Bay Adventures took us on an amazing private boat trip! Easy to book direct with them, and a must do while vacationing in Turks and Caicos. Chappa and Cheese were the best crew as they guided us to the sandbar (the water is breathtaking!), iguana Island, and made lobster on the beach. They included food, drinks - Rum Punch is a 10/10, and let us play our music. Best day, and highly recommend 100%!
We had a wonderful private boat tour of Provo and the Cays nearby. The cruise included food, drinks, music and knowledgeable tour guides to point out attractions along our adventure. Plenty of time for snorkeling, swimming, beach walks and fun! Choppa and Wilson were very helpful and took marvelous care of the two of us. I would recommend this tour as a 10+ out of 10.
My wife and I celebrated 20 years of being together and 40 on this earth. There was nothing better than hanging with these guys, diving for conk shells, swimming with sea turtles and petting a dolphin in the ocean. The Caicos islands were beautiful. Most importantly, we felt safe and taken good care of. We will be back…with the kiddos.
Even though the waters were choppy we managed to see a lot of the island(s). Chopper and Cheese were very‘knowledgeable and friendly.
We absolutely loved our 1/2 day boat tour with Grace Bay Adventures- specifically Chappa and Cheese as our crew. They took us to so many great locations and sights- it was unbelievable to get to see so many spots on the Caicos islands!! We loved diving for conch shells- which Chappa cleaned and made amazing ceviche. Cheese was so well-versed in all things scientific and educational, giving us a great deal of insight into how the islands shift/change, and how to appreciate them. The rum punch was 10/10 :) They were so kind to our kids, and just a fun, fantastic crew- which made our boat day the favorite day of our trip! I cannot thank this whole team, including Keshard Penn, for helping us book!
Captain jack and Ross were awesome. They keep u safe the entire time. Even on the snorkel trip with sharks in the water with us they kept us safe. This was by far the best private snorkel, island tour, experience we have ever had. We will be back again and use this same company and request jack and Ross again. Also the food they served was unbelievable, best food we have had on the island yet!! If u want an exclusive private island, snorkel tour this is the guys to use!! Great job jack and Ross!!
Captain Jack and Wilson were amazing!! Boat ride was nice and smooth and he was a great tour guide while getting us to all the sites!! Would highly recommend!!
Our family of 4 had the best time. Primetime & Stanley were incredible guides and took us to the best spots! Make sure to book with them!! We will be back!
We had a blast! The scenery was absolutely stunning. Captain Chapa and first mate, Wilson, went above and beyond to make sure our half day cruise was memorable. Our girls enjoyed swimming with the turtles, the conch challenges and seeing iguana island. It was worth every penny!
We recently did a half-day boat trip with JR and Cheese. We were 2 families - 4 adults, 5 kids. JR and Cheese were fantastic - they made it fun for the kids and for adults, and customized our stops to accommodate everyone. Our first stop was to snorkel with turtles - and Cheese took our Go Pro down to get great videos of turtles and fish, and made sure to teach us all about everything we were looking at. We stopped at a gorgeous sandbar for a lunch brought on the boat, and then went to Noah’s Ark and iguana island. JR and Cheese made the day awesome for everyone, and we felt like we learned so much about the island and its wildlife.
Nice half day tour with Grace Bay! We enjoyed our half day tour with Grace Bay. Items to note: Boat went to all the same stops as the other group chartered boats right behind them so the only bonus of private was having own boat Boat is fast so more rough/choppy than a catamaran or yacht - can’t drink while boat was in motion for example so get drinks at each stop Ladder is small so may be tough to get on off if heavier or older Was able to connect to Bluetooth and play our own music Food was decent and nice selection / having something for everyone Rum punch and soda on board! Guys checked on us regularly We enjoyed all the stops!
Captain Tim and Big show were awesome! They were lots of fun, but also professional and safe. They took us to Fort George to see the cannon’s in the ocean. Then we went to a sunken steam ship that was broken apart. Lots of fish there. Then we when to Noah Ark, a really fun place to have a drink and dance. Then we when to a sand bar with a low tide. It was cool you could walk out into the ocean and the water didn’t get much deeper. If that wasn’t enough my daughter told big show that she wanted to find a sand dollar. Of course they didn’t disappoint her, they took us to one last stop where she found a sand dollar. That made her extra happy. We used lots of sunscreen as it was a beautiful sunny day! It was a great day to remember!
This was our third boat trip with GBA LunchBox is amazing and so much fun Captin Lex was the best and made sure we went everywhere we wanted. Saw dolphins turtles tons of fish and even a Shark!!! Go to the sandbar, and snorkel at the reef.
From the moment we stepped aboard, Chappa and Garret made us feel completely at ease. They were not only incredibly professional and knowledgeable, but also warm, fun, and full of great local stories and insights. They took us to the most breathtaking spots—secluded beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs. Every stop was more beautiful than the last. One of the absolute highlights was the conch snorkeling. Not only did we get to snorkel in stunning, shallow waters, but we also learned how to find and dive for conch. Chappa and Garret made the whole experience both educational and exciting, and even prepared fresh conch salad for us right on the boat—unbelievably fresh and delicious! Their attention to detail, passion for the islands, and dedication to making the day unforgettable truly set this experience apart. Whether you’re into snorkeling, sightseeing, or just relaxing in paradise, this tour has it all. Thank you, Chappa and Garret, for giving us memories we’ll treasure forever. If you’re in Turks and Caicos—do not miss this tour!
Our private 1/2 day charter trip with Captain Jack and Wilson was THE BEST day of our entire vacation. I only wish we booked the whole day - so DO IT!! They picked us up on the beach at our resort and listened to our requests, taking us to the places we wanted to see, including out of the way, beautiful quiet locations. They snorkeled with us - and guided us to the turtles around the reef! AMAZING! My favorite part was the out of the way sand bar at the very end of the trip - beautiful water, no one around. We just LOVED every minute of our day. We can't say enough about Grace Bay Adventures and our crew. The boat was very clean and comfortable. The food was great! Can't wait to go back and book that WHOLE day charter next time!
Our half day private boat rental was my favorite day of our trip! Captain JR and Wilson were excellent. We started at Noah’s Ark, then to Iguana Island, the sandbar, the shipwreck, and the reef. JR and Wilson were so much fun and were full of info about the island. Highly recommend!!!
I cannot say enough positives about Captain Jack and Showtime!!! Our family of 3 had a total blast on our half day private tour of the island. It was worth every penny and we highly recommend!! We were picked up on the beach at our hotel. All we needed was ourselves, sunscreen and towels. An island native since birth, Captain Jack is amazing. We all snorkeled together, jammed to music from our playlist, laughed a lot, explored Half Moon Bay, Noah’s Ark, the sand bar and more. Captain Jack snorkeled with us to make sure we saw everything at Turtle Bay. It was truly magical, even for someone petrified of snorkeling!! The lunch was even amazing. To top it off, Showtime dove for some sand dollars for us. We will be talking about this special day for a very long time. 10 stars for Grace Bay Adventures!!
We had the BEST time with Chapa and Chai! They were very accommodating for our family (we have a teenage daughter with special needs) and were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. They took us to see the iguanas by Little Water Cay, snorkeling at a shipwreck, diving for conch shells, and swimming. We even got to see Jojo the dolphin, much to our daughter’s delight. Lunch was a delicious variety of fresh fish and chicken, and the rum punch was fabulous. This was by far the absolute highlight of our trip to Turks & Caicos, and we highly recommend Grace Bay Adventures to anyone looking for a memorable experience the whole family can enjoy. Thank you again, Chapa and Chai!
What a wonderful experience with Grace Bay Adventures with Captain Chaba and Chai. My two teenagers (one with autism) had a fantastic time. The food was delicious, the rum punch flowing, and the sights gorgeous. We dove for conch shells. Snorkeled a shipwreck, saw iguanas, turtles and a dolphin named JoJo. We had such an absolute great time and the captain made the adventure super comfortable and Chai was very knowledgeable and gave us great insight to this beautiful country. Would absolutely recommend Grace Bay Adventures , it's worth every penny. They even picked us up on the beach near our hotel.
LB and Chapa were fantastic captains of the sea! They made our group feel right at home here in TCI. They took us to some fantastic spots, including finding us turtles to swim with for our scuba experience. The boat size was perfect for a group of 4!
This was the best day of our trip!!! Our only regret was that we didn’t book a full day! We were lucky to have Captain Jack and Showtime take us around the island. They were beyond accommodating (we had a kid and a baby on our trip). They were on top of everything! We saw the most beautiful sights and had a great time! The food was delicious!!! You can’t go wrong with this excursion!!!
Our day on the water was spectacular! Our Captain and First Mate were locals who took pride in their craft and were very proud and happy to have us aboard. Island Time Cruises with Captain Buff and his First Mate Oneill toured us around Caicos beautiful blue waters providing us the island’s famous rum punch and local craft beer. Music and singing by Captain Buff was a bonus along with a stop at the famous Noah’s Ark water party bar. The four hours we had reserved went by too fast! Prior to departing the last hour we beached at the south side of Half-moon Bay for a shore lunch provided and prepared on board by the crew. Lobster, corn on the cob, other veggies along with local smoked jerk rubbed fall off the bone chicken. Highly recommended. Island-time-tours.com 1649-3416679.
Cap’n Jack & 1st mate Ross were the best! We swam with turtles, they were so knowledgeable about the fish! We had a delicious lunch on board then headed to Noah’s Ark and Iguana Island which was breathtakingly beautiful!! On the return trip we experienced a thrilling tube ride!! It was a perfect afternoon! Highly Recommend
You can’t go wrong with this private boat tour with GBA. …especially with Chappa and Ross, 2 great, enthusiastic and fun guys as your crew. The trip included touring around the island, stopping to dive for conch and lobsters and just swimming off the boat in that beautiful water. The conch and lobster were prepared for lunch on secluded beach, Half Moon Bay. The day was fun, informative and awesome just to kick back on boat enjoying rum punches, cold beer and delicious food. We had the most memorable and fun day with a Chappa and Ross out on our private boat trip!!
We had an amazing day with Ross and Chapa. My husband and I enjoyed getting to see around the island and having the afternoon for just us. My husband snorkeled with Ross while I enjoyed the sun. We ate fresh conch and just enjoyed the views. Thank you for an amazing day! Highly recommend!
Wow. One of best birth day of my life. 51st!! Capt Jack and Ross are awesome. They went out of there way to make our trip so memorable. . So much fun and cool they were so friendly and made sure anything and everything we wanted happened. Highly recommend. Will be back.
From the moment they pulled in to Turtle Cove to collect our family of five, Captain Jack and First Mate Ross worked tirelessly to ensure we had a memorable day! Their energy and sense of fun was infectious, outshone only by their knowledge of the area and willingness to tailor a day to meet our interests. Highlights included Ross diving for fresh lobster (grilled for a delicious lunch) and swimming with family of dolphins. Highly recommend!
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