Viator
From €38
Turtle Cruise Of Marathonisi Island And Keri Peninsula
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. 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. 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 tell give you the lowdown on its work.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 2 of 3 stops have map coordinates.
Sea route is approximate — curved dashed line shows the sailing path between stops.
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Greece
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 cruise. 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
360 min - 2
Marathonisi
Cast out first thing in the morning, passing by the golden beaches of Vassilikos before sailing towards Marathonisi, a pine-clad islet dubbed ‘Turtle Island'. The reason's simple – one of its beaches is a favourite turtle nesting site
60 min - 3
Limni Keri
Next, it's onto the Keri peninsula, cruising by its sea-plunging cliffs, caves and lighthouse before dropping anchor for a swim stop. Come ashore and there's free time to explore the small fishing village of Keri. You can shop for souvenirs, relax in a typical taverna or hit the beach.
60 min
What's included
- Boat trip
- Guide
- Transportation
What's not included
- Lunch
- Drinks
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remember to bring beachwear, a picnic and money for snacks
- By choosing this excursion you are helping Archellon and contributing to the care of endangered turtles
- Suitable for guests with reduced mobility as there is space for wheelchairs
- Bring your passport or official EU identification
- Bring sun protection, camera and cash for refreshments.
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour Pickup included
Morning Tour
Morning Tour Pickup included
Reviews
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