Noah's Ark floats near Little Water Cay and Half Moon Bay, off the north-east tip of Providenciales. The nearest docks are in Leeward, at Blue Haven Marina, a few minutes away by boat.
From there, it's a question of how much day you want. A whole day with your people? Charter a boat, our top pick. A morning on the water with lunch at the end? Ride a jet ski. Just a drink and a swim? Take the water taxi.
1. On a private boat charter
A private charter is the best way to do Noah's Ark with a group. The boat is yours, so the Ark becomes the lunch stop between the shipwreck, snorkelling, Iguana Island and a sandbar swim.
Leave from Blue Haven Marina or Leeward and you're minutes from the bar: the 43ft Ultra Luxury Yacht Charter (up to 16 guests), the 47ft Luxury Yacht Charter (up to 18), the 37ft Luxury Boat Charter (up to 10) and the Adventure Boat (up to 25).
Charters from Turtle Cove Marina, like the 35ft Luxury Yacht Charter, ride a little further along the coast, and a four-hour trip still fits the Ark comfortably.
Ultra luxury43ft Ultra Luxury Yacht Charter
Most bookedAdventure Boat
Big groups47ft Luxury Yacht Charter
Seen at the Ark35ft Luxury Yacht Charter
Best value26ft Regal Charter
Couples22ft Sports Cruiser Charter
Superyacht day62ft Lux Yacht Charter
Guest favorite51ft Lux Yacht Charter
Catamaran44' Luxury Catamaran Yacht
Sailing65' Ultra Lux Sailing Cat
Up to 50 guests70ft Sailboat Charter
2. On a jet ski tour
If you want the ride to be half the fun, this is it. The 3HR Ultimate Seafari & Lunch at Noah's Ark is a guided group tour from Leeward: three hours along the coast, past Prince's old mansion and the shipwreck, finishing at Noah's Ark with lunch included, one per jet ski.
Up to two riders share a ski, which keeps the cost down for couples. Rather have your own guide and your own route? The private 2HR Custom Jetski Tour and 3HR Custom Jetski Tour let you choose the stops, with the island's floating bars on the menu. Short on time? The 2HR Caicos Cays & Shipwreck Tour covers Iguana Island and the La Famille Express without the lunch stop.
Check dates for the Ultimate Seafari
Lunch at Noah's Ark3HR Ultimate Seafari & Lunch at Noah's Ark
Iguana Island + shipwreck2HR Caicos Cays & Shipwreck Tour
Iguana Island2HR Caicos Cays Tour
Best for a short ride1HR Ghost Freighter Public Tour
3. By the bar's water taxi (the ferry)
The bar runs its own water taxi from a dock beside Blue Haven Marina in Leeward. The ride takes five to fifteen minutes, and recent visitors report a return fare of about $30 to $40.
Call or text the bar ahead to arrange your pickup, and agree a return time when you board. On busy weekends the boats run back and forth all afternoon.
It's the cheapest way to the Ark and the right choice if you want a relaxed lunch and a swim. The trade-off is that you see the bar and not much else.
Good to know
- Bar phone (calls and texts): +1 649 246 7490. Fares and times change, so confirm them there or on @noahsarktci.
- Leave time to park and find the dock: it's next to Blue Haven Marina, not inside it.
4. With your own boat or jet ski
If you have your own boat or a rental, you don't need a reservation: pull up, tie off where the staff direct you, and come aboard. Respect the national park rules on the way, and keep well clear of swimmers around the bar.
5. Which option is right for you?
| Best for | Time | What you see | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private charter | Families, groups, celebrations | 3–8 hours | Anything you like, Ark included |
| Custom jet ski tour | Couples who want their own route | 1.5–3 hours | Your pick of stops, Ark included |
| Group jet ski tour | Thrill-seekers | 3 hours | Coast, shipwreck, lunch at the Ark |
| Water taxi | A quick drink and a swim | 2–3 hours | The bar |
| Own boat | Boaters | Up to you | Up to you |
Our honest take: if you're coming to Turks and Caicos for the water, don't spend your Ark day on the taxi. Book a private boat, like the 43ft Ultra Luxury Yacht or the Adventure Boat, and see the best of this side of the island on the way. Two of you? A private 3HR Custom Jetski Tour is the next best thing.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a shuttle to Noah's Ark?
The bar's water taxi is the shuttle: it runs from a dock beside Blue Haven Marina, and on busy weekends the boats go back and forth all afternoon. Recent visitors report about $30 to $40 return.
Where does the Noah's Ark water taxi leave from?
From a dock beside Blue Haven Marina in Leeward. Call or text the bar on +1 649 246 7490 to arrange a pickup.
How long does it take to get to Noah's Ark?
Five to fifteen minutes by boat from Leeward and Blue Haven. From Turtle Cove Marina it's a little further, and a four-hour charter still fits it comfortably.
Can you swim or kayak to Noah's Ark?
No. It's too far offshore to swim, so plan on a boat, a jet ski or the water taxi.
Can you drive to Noah's Ark?
No. It floats on the water, so every visit starts at a dock. Drive to Blue Haven Marina in Leeward, or to your tour's meeting point.
What's the best way to see Noah's Ark and the shipwreck in one trip?
The 3HR Ultimate Seafari & Lunch at Noah's Ark passes the La Famille Express and finishes with lunch at the Ark. With a group, most private charters can do both; the one exception is the 62ft yacht, which sits too deep for the wreck.
Sources
- Noah's Ark, VisitTCI (2026)
- Floating bars in Turks and Caicos, VisitTCI (2026)
- Noah's Ark venue page, Live Music TCI (2025)
- Noah's Ark Beach Club on Facebook (2026)
Facts about each tour come from its own booking page. We re-check the bar's details every season; if something has changed, the bar's Instagram is the final word.
The Noah's Ark TCI Guide is an independent visitor guide, not affiliated with Noah's Ark or its owners. We may earn money when you book a tour through links on this site. For the bar's own hours and events, follow @noahsarktci on Instagram.