Consists of seven islands and about 40 small islands and uninhabited cays.
SOUTH CAICOS or “The Big South” is the territory’s fishing capital. Fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving are the main attraction on this island of less than 2,000 people. EAST CAICOS is uninhabited with a 17 mile beach on its north coast used only by sea turtle to lay their eggs. Most of the island is covered by swamp and mangroves. WEST CAICOS Currently uninhabited, this is a great location for fishing and snorkelling. It is considered to be an underwater photography mecca. West Caicos is currently being developed by Ritz Carlton. It is expected to be the most exclusive Ritz Carlton in the world. SALT CAY is the ultimate escape from civilization. Only 2.5 squre miles and under 100 people, it is the smallest of the Turks and Caicos islands. Quaint and idyllic, time does not exist here so you can relax at your leisure. NORTH CAICOS is the lushest of all the islands with a population of less than 2,000. Known as “garden island”, its wildlife and protected wetlands, five national parks and nature reserves makes this an ideal eco-tourism destination. 449