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Terrain
When it comes to terrain, only one company stands out covering the length and breadth of the Turks & Caicos Islands – BIG BLUE COLLECTIVE. Our different tours and activities take you from the closest reefs to the furthest deserted islands and cays.
From inland caves to the steepest walls. From the ocean blue to the deepest mangrove swamps. Big Blue provides access to the entire Caicos Islands. Variety is the spice of life. It’s also the best way to understand these islands.
Beaches
There are more beaches in the Turks and Caicos than you could probably ever visit. Grace Bay, the most famous, as the world’s #1, is just the beginning. Many of our favourite ones are scattered across these islands, near and far, big and small, away from the crowds on other islands and cays. Come and find your favourite.
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Mangroves
Mangroves are the lungs of these islands, breathing new life into the water with every incoming and outgoing tide. They cover 1/3 of this country and we’ve been everywhere. We offer the best mangrove experiences in the Caribbean.
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Ironshore
The stunning coastal rock formations leave every visitor spellbound. With little sand and few beaches, these coastlines are not affected by sediment nearly as much and as such the water clarity is truly mesmeric. Ironshore is present across these islands but there are some very special areas, like West Caicos that are exceptional. We’ll take you there and beyond.
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Cays
These Islands are made up of 41 Islands and Cays with only 9 of them populated. Let your imagination run wild. The world’s best beaches all to yourself.
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Reefs
The world’s third largest barrier reef is breath taking. Most operators only visit less than 5% and then usually at the wrong times. We have explored reefs near and far and are still finding amazing snorkel and free diving zones. Getting off the beaten path is so worth it. Less people, less damage and more life!
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Walls
The sheer drop walls starting in as little as 35’ plummet to well over 6000’ are a sight to behold. It’s what makes diving here so very special. You have to see it to believe it. There is nothing like diving on the edge of the abyss and while snorkelers can get a sense of the scale, it is truly the divers delight.
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Open Ocean
Big Blue is another name for the open ocean. If you want to see dolphins and whales, you have to be outside the reef. We are the experts in open ocean pelagic encounters. Our success comes from our passion, understanding and philosophy of never being in a rush. It also helps being in small groups.
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Ruins
The Turks and Caicos are steeped in history and much of it still visible in the form of ruins. From Wades Green cotton plantation on North Caicos to Yankee Town on West Caicos, there are ruins on nearly every island. Some are big and others are almost invisible. Finding them is so much fun.
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Caves
Caves of all sorts are abundant throughout these islands both above and below the waterline. The porous limestone is the ideal for cave formation. Many of the caves we take you to are our secrets, some like the Conch Bar caves are well known.
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We went on the Caicos Cays boat tour and I have to say this was the best snorkeling/boat tour I've ever been on, and I have been on many such... read more
12/12/2019happiholiday We rented a tandem kayak twice during our stay. Took ourselves over to Iguana Island and to the mangroves. The staff were friendly, equipment in good condition and we... read more
12/10/2019dandytime You need reservations for this so call or email ahead of time. Also note that this is an early morning activity during high tide. Mangroves are beautiful and crawling with... read more
12/10/2019 - Sarah H Rico did a wonderful job showing us all the wildlife in the mangroves and then taking us to the beach to have a snack and show us the iguanas. We... read more
12/03/2019Gretchen S Annabelle was an absolute gem of a tour guide! She was extremely knowledgeable & kind. We would highly recommend this tour.
12/02/2019amy s We had an amazing time doing a SUP tour in the mangroves. We did not book private but only had one other couple in a kayak with us. ... read more
11/25/2019 - sammisam2019 We did SUP and Snorkel Eco tour. Overall, the reception team was courteous and helpful. Both tours were fantastic! SUP- fantastic. Kaja was so patient with us newbies.... read more
11/25/2019Michael B I booked a paddleboard excursion with my family with this company and was extremely disappointed with them. To start I booked this trip before going to Turks and Caicos. When... read more
11/22/2019Nancy A For our second year in a row we’ve done an adventure with Big Blue. We love their extremely professional guides & the commitment to the environment. Today while snorkeling this... read more
11/22/2019 - YShett23 Excellent way to experience the mangroves and iguana island Seeing all many of the local creatures while getting a little physical activity. Rico took our group out to see... read more
11/18/2019Theresa A Six of us went out with Lee and Annabelle and had a fabulous adventure! We went snorkeling around the reef, got off at a small cay to walk around and... read more
11/16/2019Jonsimon55 We went with two couples, and this was a great part of the trip to Provo. Lee and the other guides were very knowledgeable and educated us all.... read more
11/09/2019 - Agjdh3 This was easily the best snorkling trip my wife and I have ever been on. Colin and Annabel were great instructors and I would request them on my next trip.... read more
11/08/20191991lmaradona Had a fantastic time touring the mangroves with Robert. You get to see little sharks, so many turtles, fish, and birds. I would recommend trying to use the paddleboards since... read more
11/08/2019H3363WIsaml We went out on the SUP tour through the mangroves. This really was amazing we were complete beginners and after a few simple instructions before we set off we were... read more
11/07/2019 - Karen W This company was booked through island routes which is an umbrella company owned by beaches. They were forty minutes late to pick us up. Never called or apologized The... read more
11/05/2019weege1168 They where late to pick us up (in old mini van) dangerous. Then they cancelled our paddle board trip. Then tried to push kayak trip on us.... read more
11/05/2019porterc74 I highly recommend this tour with this company. They worked the entire time to make sure that we were comfortable and having fun. It is a fairly snorkel intensive trip... read more
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