About This Spot
Providenciales / Turtle Tail, Turks and Caicos Islands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Turks and Caicos Islands.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SSE–S–SSW winds, peaking from January to December, Providenciales / Turtle Tail, Turks and Caicos Islands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best during summer. The wind is a bit gustier here. Best conditions are found with a South to Southwest wind. Look for possible rotors (gusting) if wind is coming from over Sugarloaf Hill in Southeast wind. Good trade winds during summer with 15-25 knots. During winter frontal winds.
When to Go
Always warm and sunny.
What to Expect
Shallow bay with nice flat water. Can be too shallow at low tide at beach. Best to walk out into Bay for deeper water. Further out are rolling waves and 3 rocky islands in only 4ft. water depth. If kiting out of the bay, be aware there are few beaches downwind along this mostly rocky shoreline. Keep upwind for safety if you are less experienced.
Wind & Conditions
SSE · S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Best during summer. The wind is a bit gustier here. Best conditions are found with a South to Southwest wind. Look for possible rotors (gusting) if wind is coming from over Sugarloaf Hill in Southeast wind. Good trade winds during summer with 15-25 knots. During winter frontal winds.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow bay with nice flat water. Can be too shallow at low tide at beach. Best to walk out into Bay for deeper water. Further out are rolling waves and 3 rocky islands in only 4ft. water depth. If kiting out of the bay, be aware there are few beaches downwind along this mostly rocky shoreline. Keep upwind for safety if you are less experienced.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly to Providenciales (PLS). Take Leeward Highway to the East turn South (right) on Veneitian Rd drive for about 8km along the south shore until you reach the small bay at the end of road.
Location
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