Matura Beach Turtle-Watching Experience
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About the Activity
Head to the north east coast of Trinidad and watch annual turtle egg-laying at Matura Beach! The season is between March - August. Beach stop is approximately 2-3 hours.The tour is in conjunction with an authorized local turtle protection group. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.5 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
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Permits & Entrance Fee
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Light Refreshments
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Other Food and drinks not mentioned in inclusions
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Matura, CaribbeanA night time excursion to view the giant Leatherback turtles lay their eggs on Trinidad’s eastern coast. From May to August there is also the chance of seeing hatchlings going back into the water.
Departing Port of Spain at approx. 6.00pm, drive through several villages towards the northeast coast. You'll arrive at Matura Beach at approximately 8pm. Here a small group of villagers who patrol the beach during the egg-laying season await us We are guided along the beach to view the nesting turtles in the moonlight.
These giant creatures have undergone few evolutionary changes in their 150-million year history. The female turtle swims thousands of miles, returning to the beach of her birth to lay her eggs in the sand, a moving 2 hour process. Often you will see more than one turtle – and if you’re lucky the chance to see baby turtles hatching and quickly running towards the sea. Each nest contains approx. eighty eggs from which only two-three mature turtles remain.2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We pick up at hotels in Port of Spain and environs. Any pick-up outside of Port of Spain requires an additional cost.
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- This tour requires a 2 person minimum to book
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Comfortable walking shoes are recommendedCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Port_of_Spain time to receive 100% refund.
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