THE PLAN
Your itinerary
DepartLeave the Stone Town seafront
Meet your guide, receive the boat briefing and cross when conditions permit.
VisitHistory and tortoise conservation
Walk the heritage areas and observe the tortoises with the local guide. Follow sanctuary rules and give animals space; no handling or staged animal photographs are promised.
ReturnCross back to Stone Town
Return by boat at the agreed time. Snorkelling is not part of this itinerary unless specifically quoted.
YOUR TRIP ARRANGEMENTS
What’s included
The itinerary below is the starting plan. Your written quote confirms the services for your dates and group.
Planned inclusions
- Shared return boat crossing from Stone Town, life jacket and local guide
- Island entry and listed sanctuary/conservation charges
- Drinking water
Not included
- Hotel transfers and accommodation
- Meals, snorkelling and unlisted activities
- Insurance, personal purchases and tips
GOOD TO KNOW
Practical details
Meet on the Stone Town seafront. Island entry and listed sanctuary charges are included in the estimate; hotel transfers are extra. Do not touch, lift or feed tortoises except under an authorised sanctuary protocol. Sea conditions may change the departure. Boat size, safety equipment and capacity are confirmed before payment.
Tell me about food preferences, walking pace and access needs when you enquire. We’ll agree any changes to the route and price before you confirm.
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Make this trip yours.
Share your hotel or arrival point and the activities you’re interested in. We’ll arrange a day or stay around the coast, tides and your travel dates.
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