POWDERY sands, vibrant wildlife, crystal waters and less crowds – one Caribbean island has it all.
South Caicos is one of the islands found in a British Overseas Territory in the Atlantic Ocean.
South Caicos is part of the Turks and Caicos archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean Credit: Getty
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The picturesque island often known as the fishing capital of the archipelago, with a variety of sea life including eagle rays, hawksbill sea turtles, nurse , parrotfish, bonefish and conch.
Despite historically having a prominent fishing and salt industry, today the island remains largely untouched and according to Travel and Leisure, it is becoming the next Caribbean hotspot.
When it comes to things to do on the island, a lot of the top activities revolve around the local wildlife.
The small island remains largely untouched Credit: Alamy
For example, you can go bird watching at the salt ponds across the island.
These salt ponds were operational until the 1960s, but today stand still as a haven for birds including wild
The salt ponds aren’t just home to birds though; you might even catch a glimpse of a wild donkey.
Another wildlife-based activity you can do from the island, is heading on a boat tour to see whales such as humpbacks, between January and April.
Thanks to the island being largely underdeveloped, it is also a great spot to as there is little light pollution.
Cockburn Harbour is the main town on the island and here, visitors can expect to see dramatic cliffs and reefs – which make for greatspots.
The town itself boasts Bermudian style buildings as well as stone walls down each street and is the best place to try some of the local cuisine such as conch fritters and conch salad, spiny lobster in garlic butter and whole boiled fish.
Another popular spot to visit nearby, is The Boiling Hole, which is a connected to the ocean via underground caves.
If you head to the outskirts of Cockburn Harbour, you’ll see the salt salinas (marshes and ponds) as well.
Visitors can explore a number of beaches, with some being great spots for snorkelling Credit: Getty
Away from the main town, head to Highland House and Government Hill, where you’ll find a ruined colonial home that has views of the town as well as the surrounding area.
Down from Highland House, you can visit Highlands Beach – a rugged spot backed by limestone rocks and sand dunes, that also makes a great start or end point for
At the north end of the island, there’s the remote Plandon Cay Cut and beach, and if you want a more swimmin-g friendly spot, head to Long Beach, which stretches on for 1.25 miles.
This spot is often thought to be the best on the island for snorkelling as well.
South Caicos is also home to a number of salt ponds where flamingos often roam Credit: Alamy
If you happen to be on the island in May, you can experience the Annual South Caicos Regatta where there are a number of parties,and games.
There are even beauty pageants, Maypole dancing and float parades as well.
In fact, it is the oldest native festival across the Turks and Caicos islands.
When it comes to places to stay in South Caicos there are a few options – though be warned they do come with a bit of a price tag.
There are also a couple of places to stay on the island – though they aren’t cheap Credit: Booking.com
For example you could stay at the Sailrock South Caicos , an SLH Hotel, from £611 per night.
The hotel features a variety of suites and as well as a spa, Ridgetop Spa Cabanas, sailing experiences, snorkelling and sand volleyball.
There’s also Marriott’s Salterr a, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa which was named one of the best new of 2025 by Travel and Leisure.
Inside, there are around 100 rooms for guests to choose from as well as a sprawling swimming pool, spa and a number of experiences including and flyfishing sessions.
A stay at the resort costs from £525 per night.
The best way to get to the island is by catching a short 20-minute flight from
A one-way flight between and Providenciales in June costs from £362 per person.
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