Excursions & day trips

Turtle Island family boat cruise in Zante with snorkelling

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£31.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll sail to Marathonisi Island, known as Turtle Island, with stops for swimming and snorkelling
There's a chance to spot loggerhead turtles and dolphins in their natural habitats
You'll cool off with two swims, including one by the Oasis sea cave
The trip includes fun activities for kids to learn about turtles and the island
An expert local guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of Zante and Turtle Island

What to expect

Surround yourself with the beauty of Ionian nature on this half-day cruise geared for children. You'll set sail for Marathonisi Island, anchoring up for swimming along the way, before gaining an insight into local conservation efforts. Kay, one of our guides, says, ‘We love to show everyone this beautiful place and maybe spot a turtle to understand why and how we protect our environment. It's a fun tour, which makes sustainability visible.'

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

Tiff
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled with a group of friends

35 - 44 years old

Average
Overall rated
3/5

We were lucky we spotted 3 turtles, the poor things were surrounded by numerous boats and had nowhere to go! Only half an hour turtling before taken ...
Familie på 5
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Poor
Overall rated
2/5

Totalt misvisende å kalle det en båttur til turtle Island når vi kun kjørte forbi. Skuffende.
Jacques
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled as a couple

45 - 54 years old

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Mooi avontuur, schitterende foto's gemaakt, alleen reisleidster waren slecht te verstaan. Sprak met dialect en nasaal. Men adverteert met bezoek aan ...
Klaas
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled as a couple

45 - 54 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
4/5

Niet echt goed schildpadden kunnen spotten. Dat is erg jammer
D'r Ouwe
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled as a couple

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5
Dawn
From United States of America - October 2025

Travelled with a group of friends

35 - 44 years old

Poor
Overall rated
2/5

We paid to go turtle spotting which we did for about 15 minutes, ( we did see 2 turtles) we were told there would be a chance to swim but most of the ...

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