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Duration: 8 Hours
Doe dit omdat
On this cruise around Marathonisi sland you'll be on the lookout for Loggerhead turtles
There's an opportunity to learn about ongoing projects by local turtle conservation group ARCHELON
In the small village of Keri there's free time to shop, relax or simply soak up some rays
You can cool off with a swim in the Bay of Oasis near the Keri peninsula's dramatic cliffs
Your expert local guide knows the waters around Turtle Island well and will show you the best spots
Wat te verwachten
Loggerhead sea turtles have been residents of Zante's beaches for thousands of years, and with a bit of luck, you'll see them first-hand on this boat trip. Join an expert local guide for an educational day out at sea, passing by nesting sites, swimming in hidden bays and spending time in the village of Keri. Bianca, one of our guides, says, ‘In just one trip, you get to jump into clear waters, cruise along the Keri peninsula and, with luck, see turtles.'Available either in the morning from Zante harbour or the afternoon from Keri harbour, this half-day cruise is a real treat for all the family. You'll pass by the golden beaches of Vassilikos and Marathonisi, a pine-clad islet dubbed ‘Turtle Island'. The reason's simple – one of its beaches is a favourite turtle nesting site. Bianca, who's lived on Zante for more than 20 years, says of the scenery, ‘You can do this tour a thousand times and every day is different.' Be sure to keep a lookout for Loggerheads, and you may even spot a wild dolphin or two.Plus, you'll sail along the Keri peninsula, cruising by its sea-plunging cliffs, caves and lighthouse before dropping anchor for a swim stop at the Bay of Oasis. In the small village of Keri, you have a quick stop to shop for souvenirs, relax in a typical taverna or hit the beach. What's more, a volunteer from local conservation group ARCHELON – the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece – will be on board to give you the lowdown on its work. What is the itinerary for this experience?This experience is available as a morning or afternoon turtle cruise, so the itinerary timings change depending on which one you pick.Morning option:- 8:45am – depart from Zakynthos Harbour- 9:30am to 10:00am – swimming stop at Vasilikos (Porto Roma) for 30 minutes- 11:00am to 11:20am – turtle spotting in Laganas Bay- 11:25am to 11:35am – photo stop at Marathonisi (Turtle Island)- 11:45am to 12:30pm – swimming stop at Oasis Bay for 45 minutes- 12:40pm to 12:50pm – photo stop at the Keri Caves- 1:00pm to 1:30pm – stop at Keri fishing village with time for a short village walk----------Afternoon option:- 12:50pm to 1:20pm – arrive at Keri, village walk and boat departure- 1:30pm to 1:40pm – photo stop at the Keri Caves- 2:00pm to 2:45pm – swimming stop at Oasis Bay for 45 minutes- 2:50pm to 3:10pm – turtle spotting- 3:15pm to 3:25pm – photo stop at Marathonisi (Turtle Island)- 4:25pm to 4:55pm – swimming stop at Vasilikos- 5:40pm – arrive back at Zakynthos Port and transfer to your resort Please note, the times and schedule may vary on the day
Wat is inbegrepen
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Wat te onthouden
There's a snack bar onboard the boat where you can purchase food and drinks
By choosing this excursion you are helping ARCHELON and contributing to the care of endangered turtles
Suitable for guests with reduced mobility as there is space for wheelchairs
Please provide your passport/ID details at time of booking
Please be aware that afternoon tours will start in Keri with same itinerary and end at Zakynthos town port where a coach will bring you back to your hotel
While sightings of Loggerhead turtles are frequent on this tour, they are wild animals, so there's no guarantee of spotting them
Pick-ups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts:
- Keri
- Porto Koukla
- Agios Sostis
- Laganas AGANAS
- Kalamaki
- Argassi
- Tsilivi
- Tragaki
- Kypseli
- Amoudi
- Alykanas
- Alykes If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pick-up, please provide details at checkout
Morning Tour: You'll arrive at the port in the centre of Keri around 12:45 pm. Coaches for the return transfer will be waiting at the central parking area and will depart at 1:00 pm
Afternoon Tour: The boat Seven Island Cruises will be at the port in the centre of Keri and will depart at 1:45 pm
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring a towel
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Food and drinks not included
This is one of our TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its unique, authentic and responsible values.
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TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
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