Grand Turk Travel Forum

I am travelling to Grand Turk in April 2009, and could someone tell me where is the absolute BEST snorkelling now, since Hurricane Ike. We are just beginners, not too advanced, and want to see some colourful fish, corals, etc, not too crazy about stingrays. Thank you, Elizabeth

I am going to be in Grand Turk for one afternoon in November (1200 to 1800). I have three goals - which are - in priority order.

1) See and photograph the lighhouse
2) Dive or snorkel
3) Visit the town

I am not a very mobile person. I can walk a little distance, but not on uneven or soft surfaces. I have no problem swimming and am a certified diver, but I haven't been diving in some time.

The ship (Holland American Statendam) had no tours listed for this port.

I have heard that there is a hop-on-hop-off bus. Does anyone know if it is a jitney bus type thing with open sides, or a regular bus? Could I take it out to the lighthouse and then back to town? Is it worth it?

Is there any way I could fit in a short snorkel somewhere in there, keeping in mind that I'd need to change back into clothing afterwards, and that in November, it gets dark early. Also I'm not a real high energy person.

What should I do? I am really ino getting some snorkeling in, any suggestions for good beaches close to the cruise ship port?

Any help appreciated!
Thanks!
Laurie


PS Also, What should I avoid? Dangers, etc?