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5 days in Turks & Caicos

Grace Bay's powder sand and the clearest turquoise water in the Caribbean.

Best time
Dec – Apr
Ideal length
5 days
A day, mid-range
$500 per person
Trip for two
about $5,000

Planning a 5-day trip to Turks & Caicos? Here's a day-by-day Turks & Caicos itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Winter brings calm seas, low humidity and humpback whales passing Salt Cay from January to April.

Turks and Caicos is a British territory of 40 islands and cays, ringed by one of the world's largest coral reef systems.

  1. Jan: a good time to go
  2. Feb: a good time to go
  3. Mar: a good time to go
  4. Apr: a good time to go
  5. May
  6. Jun
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  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec: a good time to go

December to April: 24–29°C, dry.

Create my Turks trip

Don't miss

Best things to do in Turks & Caicos

  • 01

    Grace Bay Beach

    Regularly voted one of the world's best beaches.

  • 02

    Chalk Sound

    An unreal turquoise lagoon dotted with islets.

  • 03

    Iguana Island

    Little Water Cay's rock iguanas.

  • 04

    Whale watching

    Humpbacks from January to April.

Day by day

Turks & Caicos itinerary for 5 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Grace Bay

    Morning
    Arrive and head straight to Grace Bay Beach.
    Afternoon
    Swim and paddleboard in its calm turquoise water.
    Evening
    Dinner at a beachfront restaurant.

    The barrier reef keeps Grace Bay calm.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Reef and Iguana Island

    Morning
    Boat trip to snorkel the barrier reef and Smith's Reef.
    Afternoon
    Visit Little Water Cay (Iguana Island) to see protected rock iguanas.
    Evening
    Thursday fish fry at Bight Park.

    Use reef-safe sunscreen.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Chalk Sound

    Morning
    Kayak or paddleboard in Chalk Sound's luminous turquoise lagoon.
    Afternoon
    Relax at Sapodilla Bay.
    Evening
    Sunset dinner.

    Mornings are calmest for paddling.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Out islands

    Morning
    Day trip to North and Middle Caicos' caves and beaches, or whale watching off Salt Cay (January to April).
    Afternoon
    Lunch on the islands.
    Evening
    Back to Grace Bay.

    Whales pass from January to April.

  5. D5

    Day 5: Home

    Morning
    A last swim.
    Afternoon
    Lunch.
    Evening
    Fly home.

    The airport is 15 minutes from Grace Bay.

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Shorter or longer

Turks & Caicos in 4, 5 or 7 days

4 days in Turks & Caicos

Follow days 1 to 4 above and leave out “Home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

7 days in Turks & Caicos

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in St Lucia.

What it costs

Turks & Caicos trip budget

StylePer person, a day5 days for two
Budget$250$2,500
Mid-range$500$5,000
Luxury$1,200+$12,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Turks & Caicos is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Turks & Caicos for every budget

  • Budget

    Condos away from Grace Bay

    Providenciales

    Self-catering saves money.

    from $220 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Hotels on Grace Bay

    Grace Bay

    Beachfront condos.

    from $500 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    Amanyara

    Northwest Point

    A secluded Aman resort.

    from $2,000 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Turks & Caicos

  • Conch salad

    Fresh conch with lime and peppers.

  • Cracked conch

    Fried and crispy.

  • Fish fry

    Thursday nights at Bight Park.

Getting there

How to reach Turks & Caicos

Travel
Providenciales airport has direct flights from the US East Coast, Toronto and London.
Getting around
Rent a car (drive on the left) or use taxis.
  • Groceries are expensive; shop at the IGA.
  • Rent a car to reach Chalk Sound.

Before you go

What to pack for Turks & Caicos

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Swimwear and flip-flops
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Turks & Caicos trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Turks & Caicos?

5 days are enough to see the highlights: Grace Bay Beach, Chalk Sound, Iguana Island. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 5-day Turks & Caicos trip cost?

Roughly $250 a day per person on a budget, $500 mid-range and $1,200+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $5,000 for 5 days.

What is the best time to visit Turks & Caicos?

Dec – Apr. Winter brings calm seas, low humidity and humpback whales passing Salt Cay from January to April.

Where should I stay in Turks & Caicos?

Budget: Condos away from Grace Bay (Providenciales), from about $220 a night. Mid-range: Hotels on Grace Bay (Grace Bay), from about $500 a night. Luxury: Amanyara (Northwest Point), from about $2,000 a night.

How do I reach Turks & Caicos?

Providenciales airport has direct flights from the US East Coast, Toronto and London.

Is 4 days enough for Turks & Caicos?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 4 of the itinerary above and skip "Home". 5 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Turks & Caicos?

December to April: 24–29°C, dry.

What food should I try in Turks & Caicos?

Conch salad: Fresh conch with lime and peppers. Cracked conch: Fried and crispy. Fish fry: Thursday nights at Bight Park.

How do I get around Turks & Caicos?

Rent a car (drive on the left) or use taxis.

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