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Sunrise Paddle

The mangroves waking up, with almost no boat traffic.

  • 2 hours
  • Families welcome
  • Max 6 per departure
  • Leeward dock

4.9 · 699 Google reviews

from $185 per adult

Paddleboarder at sunset
Sunrise over the mangroves
Guide and guests paddling in the mangroves
Mangroves at dusk
Sea turtle in clear shallow water

  1. 0:00

    Choose your vessel

    Stand-up paddleboard, clear kayak or sit-on-top kayak, with a short how-to.

  2. 0:10

    Across the channel

    The mangroves are less than five minutes from the Big Blue dock.

  3. 0:20

    Mangrove nursery

    Birds, fish, turtles and juvenile sharks and rays in the shallows.

  4. 2:00

    Back at the dock

    Sunrise tours are about 90 minutes; sunset tours finish around 30 minutes after sunset.

Indicative timings. Big Blue picks the route on the morning, by tide, wind and wildlife.

  • Golden hours

    Sunrise, sunset and full-moon departures.

  • Your choice of craft

    SUP for the view, clear kayak for what's below.

  • Low impact

    Strict mangrove etiquette: quiet, no touching, no mud flats.

  • Wildlife

    Turtles, juvenile sharks and rays, and birdlife.

Included

  • Paddleboard, clear kayak or kayak
  • Guide and mangrove briefing
  • Lifejacket
  • Water

Not included

  • Reef-safe sunscreen (sold at the shop)
  • Towel

What to bring

  • Towel and a change of clothes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Long-sleeve top or rash guard
  • Mineral (reef-safe) sunscreen only
  • Camera or GoPro
  • Mask, fins and snorkel are provided (Cressi)

A Big Blue captain at the helm
At the helm
A Big Blue guide pointing out the coastline
Out-island guiding

11 certified captains, 14 scuba instructors, 4 marine biologists and 20 eco guides. Guides get in the water with you, and groups never go above 8 guests per guide.

8:1guests per guide, max

  • “Both guides were attentive, funny, responsible, and aware. We saw sufficient wildlife in their natural habitat, and were educated with respect to maneuvering in it.”

    Rebecca G · Ocean kayak, July 2026 · TripAdvisor

  • “I can't swim, but the crew Ryan, Mike, and Nelson were incredibly supportive and made me feel confident and comfortable in the water.”

    Laura W · Eco tour, August 2026 · TripAdvisor

All reviews on TripAdvisor

Marina Road, Leeward, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Right on the waterfront of the Leeward Channel, next to Blue Haven Marina, 5 to 10 minutes from most Grace Bay resorts.

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Do I need experience?

No. Guides teach the basics before you set off, and the tour suits novice and expert paddlers alike.

What if the weather is bad?

If conditions are unsafe, Big Blue contacts you to reschedule or cancel. There is no cancellation charge if you can't reschedule.

What is the cancellation policy?

100% refundable 21 days or more before departure, 50% between 8 and 20 days, non-refundable 7 days or less. A 5% admin fee applies to refunds.

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Reservation & cancellation policy

As Big Blue specialises in small-group activities, the policy is strict. All reservations are secured with full payment in advance, and cancellations must be received in writing.

  • 100% refundable if cancelled 21 days or more before departure.
  • 50% refundable if cancelled 8 to 20 days before departure.
  • Non-refundable if cancelled 7 days or less before departure.
  • If Big Blue cancels for unsafe weather, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
  • A 5% admin fee applies to refunds, processed within 2 to 7 business days.

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