Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
JoJo, as with any wild dolphin, interprets attempts to touch him as an aggress-
ive act, and will react to defend himself, so please bear that in mind if you're
lucky enough to experience his playfulness and companionship for a while.
Fishing
Boat charters and trips can be arranged from Leeward and Turtle Cove Marinas (see right).
Try the following:
Catch the Wave Charters
FISHING
( 941-3047;
www.catchthewavecharters.mobi
; Leeward Marina) Runs a variety of boat
charters to suit your taste. Fishing costs $500 for half a day. Deep-sea/bottom fishing is
$750 for a half-day rental of a boat that will fit four fishers.
Bite Me Sportfishing
FISHING
( 231-0366; biteme@tciway.tc) Is not just a great name, but a good group of folks to
help you land the big one.
Grand Slam Charters
FISHING
( 231-4420;
www.grandslam-fishing.com
) Offers the biggest charter boat on the Turks
and Caicos for some serious deep-sea fishing!
Boat Trips
Undersea Explorer Semi Submarine
BOAT TRIP
( 231-0006;
www.caicostours.com
;
Turtle Cove Marina; adult/child $55/40; ) This
is a moving underwater observatory that's a big hit with kids and those with a phobia of
actually getting wet. It's a cool way to see three different sections of the reef - as long as
you're not claustrophobic. There are tours leaving at 10am, noon and 2pm each day, and
your ticket includes a free pick-up and drop-off at any hotel in the Grace Bay area.
Water Sports
Windsurfing Provo
WINDSURFING
( 241-1687;
www.windsurfingprovo.tc
; Ocean Club, Grace Bay) Has windsurfing ($40
per hour), sailing ($150 per day) and kayaking ($25 per hour) on offer.
SLEEPING
Provo most definitely isn't lacking in places to spend the night. Hotels, condos and resorts
dot the island with a frequency that may make you wonder if there really are possibly
