Eco adventures
Escape the ordinary · Turks & Caicos since 1997
Mangroves, reefs, wild dolphins and private cays. Led by marine biologists, never more than eight guests per guide.
Find your adventureReal prices, up front. Children under 12 pay less on small-group trips.
The first kayak ecotour in the Turks & Caicos, led by marine scientists through the Princess Alexandra Nature Reserve.
Big Blue started out to do it differently, and more than twenty-five years later that is still true. Fewer people means more wildlife, more time in the water and a lighter footprint on the places we love.
Max 8 guests per guide. Fewer bubbles, less noise, more wildlife.
Mineral sunscreen is mandatory on every trip, and has been since 2011.
Reusable dinnerware since 1997, no plastic bottles, Yeti coolers aboard.
Moorings or drift. Look, don't touch. Leave only footprints.
Max 8 diversWall dives at West Caicos, Northwest Point and French Cay. Discover Scuba, PADI Open Water, Advanced and Nitrox.
9 hours, max 10Full-day cultural and backcountry trips to North and Middle Caicos: caves, plantation ruins, Flamingo Pond, Wild Cow Run.
Winter onlyHumpbacks pass the reefs from mid-January to mid-April. Soft in-water encounters, guided with patience and respect.
1 hour, ages 16+A first in the Turks & Caicos: glide over the reef on an electric underwater scooter at up to 14 km/h.
Ten boats, two hours at sunset to four days island hopping.
Captain, guide and Cressi gear on every boat.
The flagship53 feetAir-conditioned salon and cabins, hydraulic swim platform, hot showers and a tender. Seabob or WaveRunner included on full days.
The go-anywhere boat30 feetSunning, snorkeling, diving or island picnics. Shallow draft and twin 300 hp Yamahas get you to the cool spots, fast.
Prices per boat, USD, from Big Blue’s Peek listings (prices are seasonal). Seabob, WaveRunner, private chef and private diving on request.
Founders Mark and Philip have explored these islands for more than twenty-five years. Today the crew counts 11 certified captains, 14 scuba instructors, 4 marine biologists and 20 eco guides. They read the tides, the wind and the swell every morning, then take you where the day is best.
Dolphins on the North Shore, iguanas on Little Water Cay, a sandbar at low tide. All from Big Blue’s own camera roll.
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“We were impressed that when we arrived at our first stop, Mikey and Jane got in the water to assess the quality of snorkeling. It wasn't up to their standard so they took us to another location.”
“Big Blue Collective doesn't feel like a typical tourist operation. They are deeply connected to and respectful of the natural environment.”
Riana P · Kayak and snorkel, August 2026
“We avoided the “cattle boats” with large numbers of people and they made sure we had our dive spots all to ourselves.”
thymetobeestudio · Snorkel tour, August 2026
“Our experience on Blue Moon with Big Blue Collective was one of my favorites. EVER.”
brandonjanuary · Private charter, Blue Moon, July 2026
Right on the waterfront of the Leeward Channel, next to Blue Haven Marina, 5 to 10 minutes from most Grace Bay resorts.
If conditions are unsafe, Big Blue contacts you to reschedule or cancel. There is no cancellation charge if you are not able to reschedule.
100% refundable when cancelled 21 days or more before departure, 50% between 8 and 20 days, and non-refundable 7 days or less before. A 5% admin fee applies to refunds.
Yes. Book 3 or more adventures directly by phone or email and the discount applies to your entire invoice.
Towel, hat, sunglasses, a long-sleeve top and a camera. Mask, fins and snorkel (Cressi, kids' sizes too) and water are provided.
Only 100% biodegradable mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide). It protects the reef, and reef-safe options are sold at the shop.
Yes. The 2 and 4 hour eco tours are ideal for families, children under 12 pay a lower rate, and private charters are the best option with young kids. Kiteboarding and scuba have minimum ages.
Around 90% of trips leave from the Big Blue dock in Leeward, next to Blue Haven Marina. Kite lessons are at Long Bay, through the Shore Club entrance.