Swim and snorkel with stingrays in the warm shallow waters around Gibbs Cay, a beautiful and uninhabited 7-acre (2.8-hectare) island. The best place in the Turks and Caicos to see and interact with southern stingrays, Gibbs Cay also features pristine, white-sand beaches, a scenic shoreline, and a hill with sea oats at its center.
Gibbs Cay is located just a short boat ride away from Grand Turk. Visit on a guided tour and learn about southern stingrays from trained professionals, who will also provide instruction and ensure the safety of the participants and the preservation of the stingray’s natural habitat. Swim snorkel, and then relax on the beach, or explore the island and take in panoramic vistas from its central hill. Many tours also include additional stops to snorkel, and some will also offer an option to dive for conch and feast on conch salad, a popular local delicacy.
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Don’t forget your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen.
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Avoid tanning oils, which are toxic to the stingrays.
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The waters around Gibbs Cay are less than 2 feet (0.6 meters) deep and are suitable for children.
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All stingray interactions take place under supervision; trained professionals will demonstrate how to properly hold, pet, and feed stingrays.
Gibbs Cay is located about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) off the southeastern tip of Grand Turk. It’s only accessible by boat, and the journey usually takes about 15 minutes.
Gibbs Cay can be visited year-round. Temperatures range between 80°F and 90°F (26°C and 32°C) all year. Tours operate daily. To avoid the cruise ship crowds, opt for an early morning or late afternoon tour.
Gibbs Cay is a part of the Grant Turk Land and Sea National Park. Covering an area of 386 acres (156 hectares), the park also includes nearby Penniston, Pear, and Martin Alonzo Pinzon Cays and the waters 400 feet (122 meters) off their respective coasts.
