10 Beautiful Islands to Visit for Ecotourism and Cultural Immersion
March 3, 2025 / AFARThe third-largest island in Turks and Caicos, nicknamed Provo, is also the one most beloved by travelers. The archipelago is home to the world’s third-largest reef and miles upon miles of white-sand beaches, along with 35 national parks, nature reserves, and sanctuaries. On Provo, one of the coolest natural features is Chalk Sound National Park, a lagoon dotted with hundreds of pint-size limestone islands; many have sinkholes and caves. On land, you can walk among basking rock iguanas; on the sea, you can kayak or paddle board over clear waters, teeming with lemon sharks and stingrays. A growing number of local companies offer more sustainable ways to experience Provo’s charms, including Big Blue Collective, which runs tours using quieter and more environmentally friendly four-stroke boat motors.
Grace Bay Resorts opened Rock House in May 2022 as part of its growing portfolio, and the property’s eco-minded initiatives include recycled limestone walls in its 46 villas, collected gray water, and sustainable bamboo room keys.