ECO-TOURISM EXCURSIONS
Snorkelling Adventure & Turtle Spotting in NMPZ
This trip explores the deserted northern end of the Keri coastline as well as the NMPZ area, and brings you up close and personal with the underwater world.
The boat leaves from Zakynthos Town with pick up points along the east coast. The adventure begins at Porto Roma at 10.30 and takes us along the outside of the Bay of Laganas, up the east coast of Keri. Here we make several stops to exploring the coast line, sheer white cliffs, secret caves and isolated sun-drenched beaches. You can swim and snorkel as much as you like, sunbathe and take photographs. Bring your underwater camera!
From Keri we make our way into the NMPZ stopping at Marathonissi Island for a swim and snorkelling stop in the clear blue water. You can even feed the fish! We then observe Caretta-caretta in their natural environment. A volunteer from Archelon, STPS gives a presentation on Loggerhead Sea Turtles and their habitat. As we are in the NMPZ we abide by the rules and guidelines of the Park, so please listen to the captain on board. We also ask our guests not to handle or pick up any marine life you see during the trip to minimise disturbance and stress to the animals.
We then make our way homeward, taking photographs of Pelouzo island, her ruined monastery and sea birds en route.
‘The Stavroula’ fast cruiser is a professional snorkelling boat with a capacity for 12 people
All life jackets and snorkelling equipment provided, though you can bring your own
There are toilets and a mini bar on board, and you are welcome to bring a picnic lunch. There is also plenty of shade
Cost: 40 Euros/adult; 25 Euros for children under 12 years
Departs from: Zakynthos Town at 9am, alternative pick up points along the Vasilikos coastline: St Nicholas Beach, Mavratzis Beach, Porto Roma
Frequency: Daily, according to weather and demand
Please note:
**Children are on board under their parents’ responsibility.
**Children will not be able to snorkel off the boat, but can swim and snorkel off the beaches at Keri and Marathonissi under their parents’ supervision.
**The Stavroula’s maximum speed is 30 knots, outside the area of the NMPZ. Within the NMPZ zones, we strictly adhere to the speed limits.
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