The 8 Best Reefs in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos

November 28, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

Discover the best top things to do in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos including Black Forest, Sand River Canyon, Tunnels, Library Reef, SunRay Beach, Gibbs Cay, MacDonald's Arch, Columbus Landfall National Park.
Restaurants in Grand Turk

1. Black Forest

Grand Turk
Excellent
90%
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10%
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Black Forest

One of the most beautiful and unusual dives on the island, known for its black coral and dramatic underwater cliffs.

2. Sand River Canyon

Grand Turk
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Underwater coral mountain range, reaching depths from 20 to 100 feet.

3. Tunnels

Grand Turk
Excellent
82%
Good
18%
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

An intense dive cutting 75 feet through an underwater wall.

4. Library Reef

Grand Turk 1578965 http://www.whitesandssnorkel.com
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Library Reef

Shallow reef full of beautiful and curious fish, a perfect place to scuba dive.

Reviewed By rebeccaevans107 - North Salem, United States

There is a story behind WHY its called The Library. Ask Jadon at Grand Turk Diving. The fish population and variety was fantastic. I saw the biggest spiny lobster I had ever seen! Dont miss this epic dive spot!

5. SunRay Beach

Grand Turk
Excellent
54%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 378 reviews

SunRay Beach

Warm, calm and clear waters make this a perfect beach for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving.

Reviewed By susan1953528791 - Oldham, United Kingdom

We have just been on the P&O Azura. and this was one of the best stops on our cruise. Sun Ray beach is located just at the end of the ships pier. The cruise centre has a number of sunbeds and parasols on the beach closest to the pier, these are free. However, these soon go and the day we were there another two cruise ships also arrived-so busy! We paid 25 dollars for two sunbeds and an umbrella, drinks were usual price -five beers for 20 dollars. Horse riding along the beach and even in the shallow sea water was available for 20 dollars. The beach is beautiful with shallow clear water just about all you could expect from the Caribbean, ideal for a swim or snorkeling. The cruise centre itself is rather small, the astronaut John Glenn splashed down nearby and has a commemoration statue and information within the centre . When we were there it was a lovely, sunny day however, if it was a dull or wet day I don't know what else would be available as the island itself is only small. Lovely beach, super sea and great people.

6. Gibbs Cay

Grand Turk +1 649-231-0400 http://www.exclusiveescapetours.com
Excellent
77%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 365 reviews

Gibbs Cay

Uninhabited island with some of the most beautiful beaches and the best diving sites the islands have to offer.

Reviewed By W367QYstephanies - Richmond, United States

Fun day with Captain Meat and Pablo. Even with the curfew looming (5p), we were able to swim several times, eat fresh conch ceviche, hike the trail, and the adult beverages (along with sodas/water) were plenty for our group of 5 and we made it back to the resort with time to spare. A deserted island is what we needed before heading back to the States.

7. MacDonald's Arch

Grand Turk
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
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7%
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

MacDonald's Arch

No burgers here: this is an underwater coral arch formation for scuba divers to explore.

8. Columbus Landfall National Park

Grand Turk http://www.visittci.com/grand-turk/columbus-landfall-national-park
Excellent
50%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 38 reviews

Columbus Landfall National Park

Underwater park great for scuba diving, populated by lots of beautiful and exotic fish.

Reviewed By Unelma333 - Karlsruhe, Germany

Columbus Landfall National Park is not only one beach, but a protected area that includes basically all of the beaches on the west coast of Grand Turk, the reef and the ocean between them. Also the most well-known beaches like Governor's or Pillory Beach are part of it. The name is based on the possibility that Grand Turk was the place where Columbus first arrived in America. It might as well been a couple of other islands in the Bahamas, we'll probably never know. Still, it's nice that the beaches of GT are protected this way, signs giving visitors an idea how to behave properly in order to protect the National Park (even though I've never seen anyone enforcing those rules). It's a beautiful walk just to stroll down the coastal areas of Cockburn Town and enjoy the lovely beach views, I've done it more than once during my 6-day stay on the island. Personally my favourite beach was Governor's Beach in the south. It has stunning colors and was completely deserted both times we visited (there was no ship in town though). Pillory Beach is quite average in my opinion and much more crowded. Also I preferred using water shoes there because of the high number of sea urchins.

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