Gibbs Cay
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Uninhabited island with some of the most beautiful beaches and the best diving sites the islands have to offer.
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blondie460
Houston, TX10 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We flew to Grand Turk for a week so we had a private excursion to Gibbs Caye that included 2 stops to snorkel and float, 1 being on the wall! The belongers (locals) know the water and it's habitants, some by name lol, and make the trip so much fun. I will definately be returning to Gibbs Caye to swim with the stingrays!
Written 14 June 2023
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craig w
4 contributions
Aug 2021
spent my "dry day" after a week of diving at Bohio Dive Resort at Gibbs Cay. It was a fun day of snorkeling and conch ceviche.
Written 22 March 2022
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bvaughn97
College Station, Texas8 contributions
Jun 2021
Beyond diving, this was our only excursion that we took while on Grand Turk. Gibbs Cay is an uninhabited island on the eastern side of Grand Turk. We free dove for conch on the way over to the island and then our guides showed us how to harvest the conch, clean it and "cook" it for fresh conch salad. I'm not a huge conch fan, but this fresh salad was amazing. DJ and Pablo from the Esmerelda were our guides. Look them up if you want to have a great time with some good dudes.
Written 25 June 2021
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Michael H
Worthington, OH91 contributions
May 2021
Smitty with Grand Turk Diving Company took us out 4 different days while we were in Grand Turk, never disappointing the family. His wife prepare an incredible BBQ picnic on the Beach and it was wonderful. Chris and Smitty at GT Diving where incredible...
Written 20 May 2021
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Poleinahole
Switzerland2,117 contributions
Jan 2021 • Solo
The stingrays that used to come as soon as they heard the boat for handouts have had to forage elsewhere for food.
That means you are no longer guaranteed to see them.
That means you are no longer guaranteed to see them.
Written 11 January 2021
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Stephanie S
Richmond, VA19 contributions
Sep 2020
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.
Written 20 September 2020
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Bleuberrie
Spruce Grove, Canada132 contributions
Jan 2020
The only way to get here is by boat. We booked a half day excursion that brought us out to Gibb's Cay then on to snorkeling.
We had a beautiful sunny and calm day. The water was clear. We got into the water and a few stingrays came up to us immediately. They will swim around your legs bumping into you. Sitting into the water they will swim up to you. They are amazing and act like little puppy dogs coming up to you. Don't let them suck onto your leg LOL.
The beach area was nice and we did the short walk around the tiny island. After the little tour of the island we went back in the water and saw a few more rays. We were just about to leave and saw a small reef shark as well.
We had a beautiful sunny and calm day. The water was clear. We got into the water and a few stingrays came up to us immediately. They will swim around your legs bumping into you. Sitting into the water they will swim up to you. They are amazing and act like little puppy dogs coming up to you. Don't let them suck onto your leg LOL.
The beach area was nice and we did the short walk around the tiny island. After the little tour of the island we went back in the water and saw a few more rays. We were just about to leave and saw a small reef shark as well.
Written 1 March 2020
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Norma T L
Providenciales101 contributions
Jan 2020
Only way to get there is by boat. But well worth the excursion!! Went with GTD on a day where my SCUBA was cancelled due to impossible dive conditions on the West side of Grand Turk, decided on a Snorkel trip to this island.
Amazing views for a Snorkel trip! Then onto Gibbs Caye! In a foot of water 7 Stingrays came up to us in search of food in a variety of shapes and sizes. They are beautiful, majestic and awe inspiring! I put on my snorkel mask to experience them in their natural environment and was soo moved by their amazingness!! They try to bump you, so just be aware as they have the capability of knocking you off balance. I am not the type of person who went in for pictures of them “kissing” me or getting them to give me a “massage”. I enjoyed them in their natural environment doing what comes naturally..
Amazing views for a Snorkel trip! Then onto Gibbs Caye! In a foot of water 7 Stingrays came up to us in search of food in a variety of shapes and sizes. They are beautiful, majestic and awe inspiring! I put on my snorkel mask to experience them in their natural environment and was soo moved by their amazingness!! They try to bump you, so just be aware as they have the capability of knocking you off balance. I am not the type of person who went in for pictures of them “kissing” me or getting them to give me a “massage”. I enjoyed them in their natural environment doing what comes naturally..
Written 15 February 2020
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staci l
2 contributions
Feb 2020
Gibbs Cay was beautiful. You can't ask for more than an island paradise. Clear water and friendly stingray.
Written 12 February 2020
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Gina S
Carleton Place, Canada6 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Part of power snorkel excursion about 15 minutes from site. Beautiful sand beach and conch aplenty but not for the squeamish who don't support their local harvest for food purposes.
Written 11 February 2020
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jesstella
Barnsley, UK64 contributions
Hi wanting to do this tour in November when I’m on a cruise but I’m unable to swim would it be possible
bmjnine
Monterey, CA6 contributions
There are several different tours so I would check with your specific tour. But most likely it should be fine. The stingray encounter is usually the main attraction, and you only go knee-deep to waist-deep. If the tour includes snorkeling you could always skip that part and enjoy the beauty of the beach.
Jmunson80
Dallas, GA36 contributions
Who did you use to book the excursion? We're scheduled to go in February on a Carnival ship. We usually try to book on our own to save some money
Ryan C
12 contributions
The Humpback Dive Shack, Brian and Sabine. I emailed them and they responded back promptly and gave me different options or packages. We had the whole boat to ourselves and it was great. No taxis or shuttles needed, they meet you off the dock. I'm glad I took a chance and scheduled myself.
Marian K
Vlaardingen, The Netherlands88 contributions
Is it possible to stand in the area with the rays?
Debby
10 contributions
Can you get to Gibbs Cay by car and snorkel out on your own or do you need a boat?
Brett A
Minneapolis, MN10 contributions
It’s a few miles off shore - you will need a boat and I don’t recommend going on your own - get a guide. I recommend Humpback Dive Shop - Brian and Sabine are knowledgeable and respectful of the island and sea life.
luci01950
Sarzana, Italy4 contributions
alloggiando a providenciales come posso raggiungere Grand Turk e quindi Gibbs cay?
jam808
jam808455 contributions
How far is Gibbs Cay from the port? Do they have a contract with carnival so they won’t book independently?
mycutebulldog
Oriskany Falls, NY487 contributions
I want to say it’s about a 20 minutes from the port to Gibbs Cay. But I don’t know if they have a contract with Carnival. We always booked through the cruise ship in case it was running late or something so we’re not left behind by the cruise ship. Lol
Clayton B
Fort Worth, TX42 contributions
Hey all, my wife and I were looking at heading to Grand Turk as well as Gibbs Cay in November-December, have any of you traveled to this area in that time frame? Wondering if weather will be ok. I know it's unpredictable but just need a general idea.
Graham94549
Lafayette, CA23 contributions
The water was cool (not chilly) but the big thing was the wind. It churned up quite a bit of silt and waves which effected the snorkeling.
We had the typical rain shower pass through, but 15 minutes later it was bright and sunny. I have been there twice in late December, I recommend taking a snorkeling excursion that goes to the sting rays and then on the leeward side of the island.
DJWBrentwoodBay
Palm Springs, CA18 contributions
What tour operaters get a thumbs up for Gibbs Cay?
Ryan L
Montgomery, AL18 contributions
White sands snorkel were amazing, see my review of them and gibbs cay
Aninda B
1 contribution
Hi there,
We are a large group ( 15 adults and about 14 kids) and have some small kids (1.5 years and up). Is it still possible to book a trip with such small children?
If our cruise departure time is at 8:00 am... Are we be able to get on time on 8:30 tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gibbs Cay
- Hotels near Gibbs Cay:
- (5.75 km) Bohio Dive Resort
- (4.09 km) Osprey Beach Hotel
- (5.23 km) LOVE VILLAS *** SEAHORSE VILLA *** COURTESY Toyota Car *** for each Villa
- (4.12 km) Manta House
- (4.22 km) Turks Head Inne
- Restaurants near Gibbs Cay:
- (3.62 km) The Beached Whale Bar & Grill
- (5.31 km) Arches on the Ridge
- (4.13 km) Sandbar Restaurant
- (3.54 km) Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Grand Turk
- (3.61 km) Jack's Shack