Excursions & day trips

Turtle Island family boat cruise in Zante

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£32.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Boat trip from Zante to the islet of Marathonisi
Find out about ongoing projects and local conservation efforts
Cool off with two swims, including one by the famed Oasis sea cave
Possibility of spotting turtles and dolphins in the natural habitat in Lagana Bay
Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Zante and Turtle Island

What to expect

You'll cast off from Agios Sostis towards pine-clad Marathonisi Island in Laganas Bay. This uninhabited islet is nicknamed ‘Turtle Island' because its beaches are a favourite nesting site for loggerheads. Kids will love this one, too – there'll be activities aimed at teaching them more about turtle conservation. They'll also learn about respecting the island's environment, protecting it from litter.

Next, you'll swing by the Oasis sea cave for a swim stop before heading closer to the island. We'll drop anchor once more for an extra dose of snorkelling. Remember to keep an eye on the water for signs of loggerhead turtles and dolphins. What's more, the boat has an integrated sewage drainage system, so nothing harms the sea.

What's included

Boat cruise
Transport
Escort
Swim stops

What to remember

Please bring your own snorkelling equipment
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Food and drinks not included
English-speaking guide for all nationalities

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

DHM
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Netjes begeleid vanuit de bus naar de boot met een vrouw van tui. Vriendelijk personeel op de boot. Genoeg schaduw plekken op de boot. Wc aanwezig. Ba ...
SarahC
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Average
Overall rated
3/5

Unfortunately not as advertised. We booked a family friendly cruise over the normal one, because we had a 5 year old with us and wanted to keep him en ...
Jess
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Taken care of from start to finish, bus numbers, timings, hotel lunch bags and a member of staff with us at all times. The trip was incredible, very i ...
Piet
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Leuk tourtje, maar je boekt een kids tour, betaalt daar ook naar en je krijgt een adulttour. Reisleiding hier veegt er zijn kont mee af (Aqua Bay Suit ...
Yvonne
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled as a couple

45 - 54 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

We enjoyed our trip, but due to the noise of the boats engine we could not hear a word the guide was saying. Even at the end of the trip it was not 10 ...
Dan
From United States of America - July 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Boat crew cared about turtle welfare and tried to minimise any discomfort when other boats crowded around. Great spots for swimming and boat was very ...

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