" South Caicos is the centre of the fishing industry, is home to Boston University's Field Studies School and has a stunning environment"
Hon. McAllister Hanchell, Minister of Communications, Works and Utilities

South Caicos is the capital for fishing in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The island boasts the best natural harbour in the TCI and several fishing plants, processing most of the nation's seafood harvest of lobster, conch and fish for local consumption and export. In addition to the fishing, the historic Cockburn harbour, the natural phenomenon of the Boiling Hole, Belle Sound, the many secluded beaches, awe-inspiring views of the turquoise waters and surrounding islands and cays make South Caicos a destination with enormous tourism potential.

At 8.5 square miles, South Caicos attracts visitors for its fishing, seafood dishes, history, birdlife and diving. It is home to Boston University's School for Field Studies for marine biologists and underwater ecologists

The sleepy little harbour town of Cockburn Harbour was once the most active commercial community in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Historical features include the 18th century Commissioner's House where Queen Elizabeth stayed, the old salt works, the Boiling Hole which fed the salt pans and once made South Caicos one of the biggest producers of salt. Although long since abandoned, the old salt pans have become the home of a variety of bird species.

Nature walks will take you past the old salinas, the Boiling Hole, miles of unpopulated beaches, past herds of wild horses and cows, flocks of flamingos, osprey and pelican. Hike along the ridgeway of Sail Rock Hills and you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Belle Sound, fringing reefs, the Turks Island Passage and the bonefish flats of the Caicos Bank.

Two large condominium hotel projects are underway and an international airport stands ready to receive their guests.

Whilst the town of Cockburn Harbour reflects its British and Bermudan heritage, with several examples of classical architecture, narrow streets and quaint stone walls, it is the coral walls which attract scuba divers to South Caicos. This island offers some of the best wall diving and encounters with large marine creatures including sharks, eagle rays and loggerhead turtles. This island joins Grand Turk and Salt Cay as one of the best locations for whale-watching from January through April.

South Caicos enjoys twice daily direct flights from Provo and its location between Provo and Grand Turk gives this island the best of both worlds and very easy access.

The big event on the locally named “Big South” is the annual South Caicos Regatta, which began with the Queen’s visit in 1966 and has continued ever since. The South Caicos Regatta attracts musicians, party-goers and yachts, fishing and sailboats to the island.

South Caicos has a vibrant community and spectacular environment. The island has much potential for mariculture, ecotourism, watersports development, sports fishing, whalewatching. With so many opportunities on land and underwater, South Caicos is ready to attract the big fish.

Investors who develop their projects on South Caicos will benefit from import duty concessions of 10% or less as negotiated in a development agreement and land transfer rates of 2 % for properties $25k and over and 3% for properties $75k and over.