What it's like
Turtle Cove sits off Little Buck Island and is a snorkel stop on the water, not a beach you walk to. It is known for its coral reefs and the green sea turtles that swim among the snorkelers.
A visit starts with a catamaran sail from Marriott's Frenchman's Cove. Once the boat anchors at the cove, you swim out over the reef and watch for turtles, then sail back.
Good to know
- Reef stops here are usually reached on a boat or kayak tour rather than on your own.
Turtle Cove, Little Buck Island
Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island is a snorkel stop reached by catamaran sail. Visitors swim alongside green sea turtles over coral reefs.
Tours that go here
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
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Havensight and Yacht Haven Grande
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The same kind of day, elsewhere
Snorkeling
