Anchorages in Caicos Banks & South Caicos
Hundreds of square miles of pristine shallow water averaging 1–4m depth. South Caicos: TCI's most authentic island and an uncrowded dive wall dropping to 3,000m. French Cay: bull sharks and pristine reef at the south tip. Remote cays: world-class bonefishing and absolute solitude. Shoal-draft vessels only — maximum 1.2m draft at low water.
CAICOS BANKS — Critical Tidal Warning
The Caicos Banks are extremely shallow — averaging 1–4m with a tidal range of 0.6–0.9m. Maximum recommended draft is 1.2m at low water. At low water on spring tides, many areas that are 2m deep at high tide become 1.1–1.4m deep. Always check tide tables before transiting. Navigate only in good light with the sun high and behind you. Do not navigate at night or in poor visibility. Anchor alarm is your primary safety tool on the Banks — set it before sleeping and monitor depth readings throughout your stay. No anchoring on coral or seagrass. South Caicos is an official customs port of entry (TCI cruising permit ~$50 USD required).
Verified Anchorages — Caicos Banks & South Caicos
10 anchorages
Cockburn Harbour, South Caicos
South Caicos harbour · South Caicos port of entry
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South Caicos East Harbour
South Caicos east anchorage · East Side South Caicos
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Six Hills Cays
Six Hills anchorage · Caicos Banks Six Hills
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Fish Cays — Caicos Banks
Fish Cays anchorage · Caicos Banks Fish Cays
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Ambergris Cays
Ambergris Cay anchorage · South Caicos Banks
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Bush Cay
Bush Cay anchorage · Central south Banks
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Long Cay
Long Cay South Caicos · South Caicos Long Cay
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Middleton Cay
Middleton Cay anchorage · Central Caicos Banks
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Seal Cays
Seal Cays anchorage · South Caicos Banks — Seal
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French Cay
French Cay dive site · West Caicos approach — French Cay
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Anchor Alarm is Non-Negotiable on the Caicos Banks
In 1–4m of water with a 0.6–0.9m tidal range, your margin for dragging toward coral is measured in centimetres. Safety Anchor Alarm monitors your GPS position continuously — set it the moment you drop the hook and leave it running all night.
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