South Caicos Historical Excursion
Duration
8 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Discover traditional salt production and historic salt flats
Learn cultural stories behind sisal and donkey racing
Explore dramatic coastal features like the Boiling Hole
Experience insights into conch and lobster fishing traditions
€ 3323.62
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Experience a fascinating journey to the Big South, where the past of the Turks and Caicos Islands comes vividly to life through culture, history, and landscape. This immersive cruise takes you beyond the usual routes, revealing salt flats that once powered the islands’ economy and coastal areas shaped by generations of island life. As you travel, your knowledgeable crew shares stories that connect the land, the sea, and the people, creating a deeper understanding of how tradition and nature are closely linked.
Discover historic sites and natural features that define the southern islands, from the dramatic Boiling Hole to areas tied to sisal production, donkey racing, and traditional fishing practices. Learn how conch and lobster fishing influenced daily life and local trade, while enjoying a relaxed and comfortable cruise aboard a well equipped vessel. This experience blends education, scenery, and authentic island heritage into a meaningful exploration of Turks and Caicos history.
Licensed vessel with all the safety gear & seating
Bathroom, cabin, sun pads, sunshade & a/c
Licensed local crew
All drinks & snacks
Fishing gear
Gratuities
Comfortable shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Sun protection recommended: hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Bottle of water
Have a camera ready to capture every special moment
Keep your items organized and handy
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Activity Provider: Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Customer Reviews
Kevin
Back in 2008 I rode my bike from Cockburn Harbor to the old Coast guard station to see the Tower and the transmitting station. I love the barracks and the remnants of the transmitter that still was there, and the huge water collection system. The highlight of the base of course is the giant transmitting antenna! There were a couple dozen burros I met on the base, but the most intriguing wildlife was the bull I encountered on the dirt road while on my ride back down to my boat. It stopped me in my tracks, and we stared each other for a moment until I could turn around and ride away... at the reduced speed that a skinny tire road bike could do on a dirt road. Suddenly I remembered something from what I read and I did a 180 and went straight to the bull which was 100 m away. By the time we got 40 to 50 m from each other, the bull stopped and walked off the road into the bush, unwilling to confront something coming toward it at speed. Wow, that was exciting.
Brett
Awesome trip out here on bikes from Salterra. About 7 miles each way. Very cool to see the ruins of the old station and then walk up to Plandon Cay Cut.
Hunter
Cool spot by on the North end of the Island. Keep going north from the actual ruins and you can see both sides of the peninsula pretty well. Highly recommend doing this hike in tennis shoes.
Glenn
I lived at this Coast Guard Station for a year! One of the best years of my life... Great crew, beautiful water/views and best fresh seafood EVER!
J.
This site is mostly unpatrolled and is quite removed from settled areas, so it is important to take precautions to preserve personal safety and to prevent injury and crime. The remains of this decommissioned U.S. Coast Guard station are in a magnificently beautiful setting, easy to reach by road. Spend some time walking around here for part of a day!