Grand Turk Island Port Q&A
26 Grand Turk Island traveler questions & answers
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A: Unless you go into Cocksburntown to a local liquor store about the only choice in the port is at Dufry's.
Answered by maryred on June 24, 2024
A: I'll be on the same sailing that week. Excellent itinerary for beach and pool, terrible for shopping. There's a liquor store run by the cruise line at Grand Turk and Amber Cove but same prices as the ship. Slightly better selection.
Answered by cbyron3 on June 25, 2024
A: No but Blue Waters Dive Diving is in Cocksburntown. I do suggest advanced notice or booking prior to boarding your cruise to insure they have rentals left for your arrival day.
Answered by maryred on May 28, 2024
A: 100% walkable. Go straight there and dont leave. Stong drinks. Good dogs. Nice people.
Answered by lteezy on August 13, 2023
A: Yes,go behind margaritaville to the right down the beach
Answered by srlowery56 on August 13, 2023
A: yes it's walkableTo the left of Margaritaville
Answered by m9hawk1129 on August 13, 2023
Q: Does anyone recommend a specific company for renting a golf cart for the day? Just looking for a reputable place. Thanks!
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A: https://www.turksandcaicosgolfcarts.com/https://www.viator.com/tours/Grand-Turk/Golf-Cart-Rentals-GrandTurk-DriveGDT/d968-279793P1
Answered by NIKKI7484 on June 22, 2023
A: Most passengers go to the beach on the left side of the Grand Turk pier. You should be able to find space for family photos if you head to the right after you exit the pier and gift shop. You may be able to have the ship in the background.
Answered by jeffreyschill on May 30, 2023
A: We rented a UTV (side-by-side) via Viator. It seated 4 people. 4-wheel drove allowed us to easily navigate all sandy off road areas.
Answered by MandiP on May 29, 2023
A: How much did it cost for the side by side? it sat 4 people?
Answered by lwhensley on March 30, 2024
A: Yamaha Waverunners have jet ski rentals typically available in 30 min - 1 hour increments.https://yamahawaverunners.com
Answered by Mmjay on March 31, 2023
A: take 5 steps from the boat and you will find your answer
Answered by AR2213 on March 31, 2023
A: If I'm not mistaken they do. When you get off the ship and into the port go towards the right side by the beach. Ask there.
Answered by seviedebi on March 24, 2023
A: Correct, was just there. Between the duty free shop and Beached Whale in front of the John Glen monument.
Answered by TXgandy on March 26, 2023
A: I thought they did it at Margaritaville as well back by the Cabanas.
Answered by daveandlisas on March 26, 2023
A: We had our vac card no one ever ask to see was just there last Thursday.
Answered by Passl on March 26, 2023
A: We love Jack's Shack. Relaxing and fun all at the same time!
Answered by cruisebsoon on March 20, 2023
A: 100 percent recommend walking down the beach to Jack's Shack. it's been recently sold but it looks like same experience. Warning it can be a bit of a walk back to ship after a bucket of beers and great swimming all day. check out my tiktock @erin.be... ntontravel swam with stingrays just chilling in the water @jacksshackSee More
Answered by Bentontravel on March 20, 2023
Q: Anyone cruised in the last 3 weeks and went to Grand Turk? Did u have to show your proof of vaccine?
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A: We went to grand turk in Dec on Carnival and you had to be vaccinated to get off the ship then. It is still the same now according to carnivals website
Answered by NanMarie on February 26, 2023
A: No vaccine proof needed. Visited Grand Turk on March 2, 2023.
Answered by Mimi1225 on March 5, 2023
A: We did not have to show it. I just took a chance. I did not see anyone being checked even tho the cruise directorto bring your proof.
Answered by sross95comcastnet on February 26, 2023
A: At Grand Turk now . Did not need to show proof. When you check in at the port before you board the ship they ask you. It’s on the honor system .
Answered by tsjs0412 on March 8, 2023
A: Yes according to travel guidelines, you do have to be fully vaccinated to disembark at Grand Turk. That has been extended to March 31, 2023. Wish I knew before I booked my cruise. But it’s in December, so who knows what it will be by then.
Answered by blondisnes on February 26, 2023
A: was there last week and the people with us were let through. Coin flip
Answered by sross95comcastnet on March 5, 2023
Q: excursion suggestions (reputable companies with availability for end of march 2023)? 2 kids age 10 and 16
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Answer QuestionA: Passport not needed, but vaccination paperwork might be required by the locals before they do business with your party. To het back on the ship each passenger will need their S&S card and if over 16 a name matched government issued photo ID.
Answered by maryred on February 25, 2023
A: You should always carry your passport on YOU when in a foreign country which most Caribbean islands are. If anything happens and you miss the ship or an accident happens you will need it to travel.
Answered by esrescuer on February 24, 2023
A: It's a good idea to have a passport even if one is not required. Due to a death in the family in the U.S. mid-cruise, we flew home and needed a passport.
Answered by Conniek9 on February 24, 2023
A: Don't get lost and miss the ship or else you will need a passport
Answered by ccoone on February 23, 2023
A: If you were able to board the ship without a passport, then a child doesn’t need one either
Answered by deboftheseas on February 23, 2023
A: There is decent snorkeling right at either free beach within the cruise port area. BUT the more spectacular snorkeling is about 1 mile off-shore at The Wall. Best to take a group tour boat or hire a charter to get there.
Answered by maryred on January 25, 2023
A: There is a great beach at the port. The snorkeling is a bit better to the right of the pier. The beach is a bit nicer to the left, although it is more crowded. If you continue walking on the beach to the left beyond the port, there are some nice ba... rs and more beach areas.The pool at Margaritaville at the port is nice and free to use.See More
Answered by jeffreyschill on January 24, 2023
A: Beach is as soon as you step off of the pier. My husband went snorkeling right off the beach
Answered by strauss3396 on January 25, 2023
A: There is a beautiful beach near the port. We snorkeled there and it was fun but didn’t see many fish. Maybe on the other side of the island where the water gets deep. Anyone else know?
Answered by GriffFamily on January 24, 2023
A: We booked it online, forgot the name of the company but it was easy to find. The price I was quoted online was much cheaper than just walking up and renting, he abided by that and we had a great time around the island. Water was beautiful, lots of do... nkeys roaming around. I bought a t shirt at the port , all the money went towards caring for the animals in need, great time!!See More
Answered by debflip on January 24, 2023
Q: Do you need a passport and Covid vaccinations to get off the cruise ship in Turks & Caicos?
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A: Grand Turk extended their vaccination requirement for tourists till March '23. A quality copy/photo or elevtronic registar is acceptable if asked for. If not vaccinated (16+only) you will not ne barred from boarding just from getting off at Grand Tur... k. Passports are not a requirement for marine entery, just a government issued photo ID that matches you Sail & Sign card.See More
Answered by maryred on December 28, 2022
A: Was just there 12/14/22. No one asked for any proof of vaccination but we carried our just n case.
Answered by TreenBean74 on December 19, 2022
A: just cruised to Grand Turks on Friday (9Dec2022) on Carnival Magic and no one asked for proof of vaccination. relax and enjoy your cruise.
Answered by ddcoth3 on December 19, 2022
A: Nov 5-12, 2022 cruise and was not required to show proof of vax.
Answered by bagzlady on December 19, 2022
A: From their website as of Dec 21st… Update 21 DecemberThe COVID-19 vaccine requirement for visitors aged 18 and over has been extended until 31 March 2023.
Answered by danahford on December 22, 2022
A: MPyland how do you know requirements will expire on 31st? We will arrive on the 31st and as of now we have to be vaccinated to exit ship
Answered by rrneyland on December 21, 2022
Q: How does Carnival confirm your vaccination ? Do they actually ever ask for proof upon embarkation day? I’m just wondering how that works for this port. I know you have to be vaccinated but how do they actually confirm you are or aren’t
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A: If they are requiring proof of vaccination you must have your card with you when you go to the port or security will turn you away.
Answered by esrescuer on November 21, 2022
A: Do they ask for any proof in Grand Turk getting off the ship?
Answered by Blackbeard615 on December 19, 2022
A: Turks Government website says the Vax requirements will expire on December 31st and there are no plans to extend it.
Answered by MPylant09 on December 18, 2022
A: just came from there 3 weeks ago. getting off at grand turk we wasn't asked to show vaccination. However we did show it when we boarded the ship at Port Canaveral. I would imagine that information would be on our sail & Sign card when they scan it be... fore getting off the ship. Just guessing though.See More
Answered by AngRog on December 16, 2022
A: just cruised on Carnival Magic (3-11Dec2022) out of Port Canaveral and Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas (17-25Sep2022) out of Fort Lauderdale and only asked if vaccinated. did not ask or wanted to see proof of vaccination or Covid-19 test as well n... othing required by ports visited (Aruba, Bonaire, Grand Turks, Curacao, or Labadee, Haiti).See More
Answered by ddcoth3 on December 15, 2022
A: We were just there on 12-12-22. No one checked at the port or on carnival
Answered by dstewart325 on December 15, 2022
Q: Any news on when Grand Turk will remove the vaccination mandate? Will Carnival even check at this point?
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A: it is documented when you check in at the port with your information. we saw people get turned away trying to get off in grand turk. this is grand turks policy and not carnival's
Answered by cortneyb on October 22, 2022
A: so then can you get off and just stay in the port area?
Answered by GuysBurgersMmm on October 23, 2022
A: Yes carnival does ask at check-in in the terminal if you are vaccinated. They did the 4 times we cruised this past year anyway. Even last month.
Answered by NanMarie on January 4, 2023
A: does carnival ask for proof of vaccine at the check in of the cruise ? I thought they were not asking anymore
Answered by campos1104 on January 2, 2023
A: lorinrob... no. you don't need to show proof. when you scan your card to get off, it has that info in the system as to whether or not your vaccinated
Answered by cortneyb on October 23, 2022
A: One must be vaccinated to disembark at the port.
Answered by joyandjerry on October 23, 2022
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