A small, hands-on hawksbill turtle sanctuary on Park Beach where founder-guided visits let you feed and release juvenile turtles.
What to expect
A short taxi or water-taxi ride from Port Elizabeth brings you to Park Beach, where the sanctuary raises hawksbills from hatchlings until they're strong enough to survive in the wild. Staff explain the threats facing the species in the region and let you handle and feed the younger turtles. It's unpolished, personal, and genuinely moving rather than a tourist show.
Good to know
Go first thing after tender arrival to beat the crowd from larger groups; there's a lovely beach right outside for a swim afterward. No pre-booking needed, just show up.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Bequia — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.