White Sands Charters & Tours
White Sands Charters & Tours
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Just 200 feet from the Grand Turk Cruise Center, your adventure awaits! Private boat charters to Gibbs Cays, interact with our friendly Sting Rays. Ultimate Reef Snorkel Tours. Snorkel our pristine waters with lots of exotic tropical fish. Salt Cay day trips. Get away from the crowds, Visit this charming laid back island or experience breath taking Whale Watching. light/deep tackle also available
Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos
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liz S
Kemptville10 contributions
Feb 2020
We picked up this tour on the beach in Grand Turk. They grouped us with other Independent travellers from our cruise ship. At a charge of $50 US each they took us out for 2 hours first snorkeling on a reef . Then a short ride to Gibbs Day to see the rays. Troy was a great captain as well he escorted us on our snorkelling tour. At the Cay he attracked the rays with some food and held the rays for everyone to touch and hold if they liked. He explained the safe way to hold the rays for both your's and
the rays safety as well. Troy is very knowledgeable about the Rays and made sure we were all safe.
It was awesome to stand in the water with the Rays swimming around without the normal crowds of people that you experience at places like Stingray City. We were the only boat on the island so our small group of 8 were able to have an up close and personal experience .
the rays safety as well. Troy is very knowledgeable about the Rays and made sure we were all safe.
It was awesome to stand in the water with the Rays swimming around without the normal crowds of people that you experience at places like Stingray City. We were the only boat on the island so our small group of 8 were able to have an up close and personal experience .
Written February 29, 2020
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Kadejah T
Providenciales6 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
We had an amazing time with Don and his lovely son.It was my husband’s birthday and we visited Grand Turk and decided to do a boat trip. We started the day snorkeling and it was the best experience I ever had on the water(I’m not the best swimmer) Don was very understanding, knowledgeable and very laid back but professional and we couldn’t ask for a better Captain, He had his first mate who also happens to be his son and he is also a great kid that’s eager to learn the business from his dad. We also did the ocean wall which was a new experience for me and a big adrenaline rush but so forth it. We ended the day at Gibbs Cay where Don called the Sting rays and we had a great time interacting with them. We will recommend Don to anyone who wants to see experience Grand Turk the right way, His tours are very cost efficient and customizable!
Written October 13, 2021
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Chris Dunn
Temecula, CA47 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We always book local vendors. Donavan and his staff were awesome. His timing on emails and phone calls, were always answered in a timely manner. The details of the excursion was right on . We’ve very happy with our experience, the only thing I would suggest is touching up the paint on his sign , so people don’t miss you , we almost walked right pass your spot. Other than that it was great
Written February 26, 2020
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Nebbeler
1 contribution
Mar 2020
We booked through them and when our cruise was completely cancelled, I reached out to them regarding our reservation, asking for consideration in not making us pay the $550 deposit, they didn't even have the courtesy to answer either of my emails.
Instead we were charged for the charter we could't take. It's not like we had any control over whether or not we could go. Very disappointing.
Instead we were charged for the charter we could't take. It's not like we had any control over whether or not we could go. Very disappointing.
Written May 9, 2020
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Cindy R
Salt Lake City, UT9 contributions
Sep 2022
Our charter started with a friendly captain in a clean boat with a small group of excited individuals. The boat ride was short to Sting-Ray City, and our captain instructed us on what to do and how to interact with the sting rays.
He gave everyone his time with a personal touch with stories, the names he had given the different Rays on the sand bar. The Rays were docile, and he would handle the rays for us to feed and see up close. We were able to feed the creatures as they swam around our feet.
After we enjoyed the Rays, we went near the drop-off area and did some snorkeling. There was plenty of fish to see, and since it was in the middle of the ocean, there was a lot of plant life.
He gave everyone his time with a personal touch with stories, the names he had given the different Rays on the sand bar. The Rays were docile, and he would handle the rays for us to feed and see up close. We were able to feed the creatures as they swam around our feet.
After we enjoyed the Rays, we went near the drop-off area and did some snorkeling. There was plenty of fish to see, and since it was in the middle of the ocean, there was a lot of plant life.
Written September 13, 2022
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Sondra P
3 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
We chose to do a private excursion trip with some friends/family during our cruise stop. The crew was so helpful and friendly. It was my son’s first time officially snorkeling (7years old) and he had a bit of a freak out and Mackenzie helped us get him situated and swam back to the boat to get the life preserver ring and then helped pull him along so we could still enjoy the snorkeling. We loved the sea wall and all of the fish! They also dove for conch and made a fresh ceviche on the beach. There weren’t many stingrays around at Gibb’s Cay but we didn’t mind as we had a stingray excursion at our next stop. Captain Don cleaned the conch shells so well that we had no issues bringing them back on our boat as souvenirs. It was a great day and the whole crew was the best!
Written February 18, 2023
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Firefighter1998
16 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We stumbled upon this business because it was right next next door to Exclusive Escapes tours. We couldn’t go on our tour with Exclusive Escapes and luckily they were available to help us out. Donavon was great. When I got there Donavon contacted the guy with Exclusive Escapes and that was very helpful in sorting out our booking issue. Donavon was very helpful and had the best hospitality. I traveled with an 11, 10, 8, and 3 year old. Our captain was Donavon and ocean guide was Mackenzie. Mackenzie was great and did amazingly well with my kids. We have done 4 cruises with the kids and they all said this Supreme snorkel excursion with White Sands Charters & Tours was the absolute best experience they have had. I definitely concurred with them. My 3 year old had a good time as well. She had her life vest on and they provided a lifesaving ring for her to go inside to help with making her float better. We then just pulled her along while mom and dad got a chance to snorkel too! They provided all of the equipment, dived for conch shells and made a conch salad. They provided bottled water and sodas. They had all of the required safety equipment and life vests. It was about 3 hours total. We went to the coral wall with the amazing drop off, another snorkel area, Mackenzie dove for conch shells for us, and finally went to a beautiful white sand beach. This beach was clear and fun for my 3 year old. Swimming with the sting rays was a majestic experience. The whole tour was amazing and I highly recommend it for a family of 6 like mine. I have a 11, 10, 8 and 3 year old. Book it! You won’t regret it I promise :)
DeAnda Family
San Diego, California
DeAnda Family
San Diego, California
Written July 23, 2023
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Martha H
Concord, NC27 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Our 4th visit with Donavon and his team! Keeps getting better better! Ages 13, 20, 43, 48, 50, 65, 69. We did a private excursion and had 2 long snorkeling stops plus a long visit on a beach by ourselves with sting rays and food! Fresh conch ceviche was insanely good. This crew is a small business with exceptional heart. Father and young son who truly want you to have a good trip. They make special requests happen and exceed expectations.
Written August 12, 2023
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Shack49
Virginia Beach, VA60 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
We were on a cruise ship and did a private excursion. With 8 of us the price was about the same price as the cruise excursion but a totally VIP experience. Having kids it was nice to have someone in the water helping them with their snorkeling skills and not having to worry about them getting lost in a big group.
Our sting Ray experience was a lifetime memory as we spent all the time we wanted with them instead of waiting in a line with 100 people for a quick photo.
Donovan made us lunch on the beach with his famous rum punch. It was delicious!
I would go back with this company in a heartbeat. Can’t even find a negative about my fabulous day!
Our sting Ray experience was a lifetime memory as we spent all the time we wanted with them instead of waiting in a line with 100 people for a quick photo.
Donovan made us lunch on the beach with his famous rum punch. It was delicious!
I would go back with this company in a heartbeat. Can’t even find a negative about my fabulous day!
Written July 5, 2023
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Chris T
Temecula, California, United States13 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Hey travelers, this is a great option to bring families and have a awesome snorkeling experience. We had a great time, weather was perfect. Water was clear with tons of fish. The staff and Donavan always answered questions via email or phone very quickly. We loved every moment. We always use local vendors and never had a issue. I would definitely recommend his company. Thank you for the great experience. My only suggestion is your sign needs to be touched up, you can’t see it says whitesands and we almost walked right passed you, we also watched 17 people from India walk passed you as well . It’s very fainted. Otherwise everything was great. Always job
Written February 18, 2020
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What the rates are for a snorkeling trip
Written September 22, 2015
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