Turks & Caicos National Trust

21/05/2026

This Saturday!

20/05/2026

There is something about seeing Cheshire Hall Plantation from above that stops you in your tracks.

Centuries of history, etched into the landscape of Providenciales. Still here. Still standing.

Open Mon–Sat 9am–4pm | $15 per person | Guided tour included

Visit www.tcinationaltrust.com to book your visit today!

18/05/2026

"Winning the Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Award for Regenerative Tourism is an extraordinary honor for both the TCI National Trust and the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. It affirms that protecting our natural and cultural heritage is not only the right thing to do — it is the foundation of a stronger, more resilient future for our islands. This recognition celebrates a vision of tourism that gives back more than it takes, empowering communities, preserving biodiversity, and ensuring that future generations inherit a Turks and Caicos that is even richer in beauty, culture, and identity than it is today."

Executive Director, Dr. Jasmine Thomas on accepting the CTO'S 2026 Caribbean Regenerative Tourism Award, a proud recognition of TCI National Trust's dedication to restoring and preserving our islands' natural and cultural heritage.

14/05/2026

Iguana Island is one of the few places in the world where you can see the Turks and Caicos rock iguana in its natural habitat.

This species exists almost entirely on small islands like Little Water Cay, where it lives among coastal vegetation and limestone terrain. Thousands of iguanas still roam freely here, making it one of the most important strongholds for the species.

A short boat ride takes you to a place that feels untouched, where wildlife moves at its own pace and the landscape stays protected.

📍 Little Water Cay (Iguana Island), Turks and Caicos

📞 649-245-2095
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12/05/2026

Meet the Reddish Egret, one of TCI's most extraordinary coastal wildlife species. This remarkable bird uses its wings as a canopy to herd fish beneath the surface, a rare foraging technique that makes every encounter truly unforgettable. Protecting habitats like ours ensures future generations can witness nature's most incredible performances.

We dedicate this moment to Simon Busuttil, scientist, conservationist, mentor, and true friend to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Visit www.tcinationaltrust.com to plan your heritage adventure today

11/05/2026

We are so grateful for every one of you who has chosen to follow along and share in our love for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Your support means so much to us.

DM us to become a member today!

Visit www.tcinationaltrust.com to plan your heritage adventure today!

06/05/2026

More flamingos than you expected? 🦩

With over 10,000 Caribbean flamingos across the islands, places like Flamingo Pond in North Caicos can surprise you with hundreds gathered at once.

Slow down, bring your binoculars, and you might catch memorable wildlife moments here.

📍 Flamingo Pond, North Caicos
🔭 Binocular rental available

Plan your visit:
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05/05/2026

🏆 BIG NEWS from Belize.

The Turks and Caicos Islands National Trust has been honoured with the 2026 Regenerative Tourism Award by the Caribbean Tourism Organization.
Our Executive Director, Dr. Jasmine Thomas, accepted the award on Thursday at the CTO Sustainable Tourism Conference in San Pedro, Belize.
Congratulations, Dr. Thomas. This recognition belongs to every staff member, partner, and community supporter who tends to the heritage of these islands.
Stewardship and growth, together. That's the path.
Plan your visit: www.tcinationaltrust.com

CTO Presents 2026 Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Award Winners

SAN PEDRO, Belize (May 1, 2026) — The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has unveiled the winners of the 2026 Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Awards, spotlighting top-tier innovation in the region’s journey toward sustainable and regenerative tourism. Honorees from Belize, Guyana, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos Islands were recognized for their leadership in pioneering sustainable tourism practices that protect the Caribbean’s natural and cultural assets.

Established in 2000, the awards honor individuals, organizations and destinations driving positive change through environmental stewardship, community empowerment, cultural preservation and climate resilience. This year’s winners underscore the Caribbean’s continued leadership in building a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector.

The awards were presented on Thursday during CTO’s Sustainable Tourism Conference in Belize, where regional leaders, industry stakeholders and international partners gathered to share best practices and advance the sustainability agenda.

Representatives of the winning organizations were present to accept their awards, including Craig Hayes, Owner, Turneffe Flats in Belize; Candace Phillips, Senior Manager of Product Development at the Guyana Tourism Authority; Larisa McBean, Tourism Specialist at the Jamaica Social Investment Fund; and Dr. Jasmine Thomas, Executive Director of the Turks and Caicos Islands National Trust.

Read more: https://conta.cc/4sVIkG8

Belize Tourism Board

04/05/2026

TripAdvisor Review

“Interesting Historical Tour!”

Step into the ruins of Cheshire Hall Plantation and you’re not just seeing history, you’re standing in it.

Built in the 1700s, this site was once part of a vast plantation system, where thousands of enslaved people lived and worked. Today, the stone walls, pathways, and remains tell a story that is difficult, but important to remember.

📍 Cheshire Hall Plantation, Providenciales
🕰️ Open Monday–Saturday, 9am–4pm
🎟️ Guided & self-guided tours available

Explore the story behind the islands.
www.turksandcaicosnationaltrust.com

01/05/2026

(Note the temporary closure until further notice)

Iguana Island
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐TripAdvisor Review

Little Water Cay (Iguana Island) is one of the only places on earth where you can walk among our indigenous iguanas in their natural habitat.

📍 Little Water Cay (Iguana Island) | Off Providenciales
🚤 Accessible via boat tour — ask your tour operator
🗓️ Guided tours coming soon — stay tuned!

Why not become a TCNT member and help us care for these sites while enjoying exclusive benefits? Get in touch!

29/04/2026

Cheshire Hall Plantation is one of the most significant historical sites in Turks and Caicos.

Built in the late 1700s by Loyalists fleeing the American Revolution, it was once part of a cotton plantation system that stretched across Providenciales. At its peak, the estate relied on the labor of enslaved Africans, whose lives and work shaped the foundations of the islands’ early economy.

The Turks and Caicos National Trust protects the site and keeps this part of the islands’ story accessible.

📍 Cheshire Hall Plantation, Providenciales
🕰️ 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Monday–Saturday)
🎟️ $15 USD (guided tour 30–40 minutes)
📞 649-245-2095

www.turksandcaicosnationaltrust.com