Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Beach BBQ in Providenciales — Little Water Cay & Shipwreck
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; must be able to board a small boat and swim short distances
Overview
A private four-hour boat trip out of Providenciales that pairs shallow-water snorkeling, a photogenic shipwreck, and a beach BBQ on Little Water Cay where the endangered rock iguana rules the sand. Expect local stories, different snorkeling spots, and a relaxed open-rum finish.
Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Beach BBQ in Providenciales — Little Water Cay & Shipwreck
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The bow cuts through syrup-thick turquoise and the island breathes salt and heat. On a four-hour private cruise from Grace Bay or Turtle Cove, the boat slows over a shallow sandbar and a rusting hull rises like a storybook relic: La Famille Express, a Soviet-built ship that was pinned here after Hurricane Frances. The crew rigs masks and fins while the sea pulls at your feet; later, a shore lunch of grilled fish and seasonal lobster will smell of smoke and lime.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Oils from conventional sunscreen damage coral—apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding and reapply sparingly between swims.
Arrive early for boarding
If pickup is on Grace Bay, be on the beach at the start time; if meeting at Turtle Cove Marina the crew waits 15 minutes beforehand.
Protect your feet
Wear water or reef shoes for rocky beach entries and while exploring shallow reef areas.
Manage seasickness proactively
Take antiemetic medication or use acupressure bands before departure if you are prone to motion sickness.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Turks and Caicos rock iguana
- Green sea turtle and resident reef fish
History
La Famille Express, a Soviet-era support vessel built in the 1950s, ran aground on the Caicos Banks after Hurricane Frances in 2004 and is now a local landmark.
Conservation
Little Water Cay is a protected reserve; use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid disturbing wildlife, and follow crew guidance to minimize impact on coral and iguanas.
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Adventure Hotspots in Providenciales
Recommended Gear
Mask & snorkel
Although gear is provided, bringing a well-fitting mask ensures better visibility and comfort.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects coral and your skin during extended sun exposure.
Water/reef shoes
Protects feet when entering from rocky shorelines and walking over coral heads.
Light UV/thermal rashguard
Adds sun protection and warmth during longer swims or windy conditions.
summer specific