Half Moon Bay is one of the most breathtaking natural attractions in all of Turks & Caicos. This pristine, uninhabited sandbar beach stretches between Water Cay and Little Water Cay, creating a spectacular crescent-shaped shoreline with crystal-clear turquoise water on one side and a calm shallow lagoon on the other. Accessible only by boat, it offers an untouched island experience and some of the most stunning scenery in the country — and the wildlife that calls the surrounding waters and lagoons home makes it as much a nature experience as a beach one.
Why Go — For incredible turquoise water, completely untouched natural beauty, wildlife viewing, and one of the most unique and memorable beach experiences available anywhere in Turks & Caicos.
Best For — Boat charters · Nature lovers · Photographers · Families · Visitors looking to explore beyond Providenciales’ resort beaches · Wildlife enthusiasts
Insider Tip — Bring water shoes and take time to explore beyond the main beach — the area is home to the endangered Turks & Caicos rock iguana, and it is not uncommon to spot stingrays, juvenile lemon sharks, herons, and pelicans in the surrounding waters and lagoons. The combination of miniature palm groves, sheltered lagoons, white sand, and abundant wildlife makes it one of the most memorable stops on any boat excursion around the island.