Tortoise Time

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    Duration

    3:45 Hours

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    Activity Level

    Low

Experience Details*

Time moves slowly in Corsica. So do the tortoises and turtles housed in A Cupulatta, a remarkable sanctuary for 150 species from around the world. Visit the two-acre natural site where they roam. It's dedicated to the study, breeding and protecting of land tortoises, marine turtles and terrapins and is the only one of its kind in Europe. There are recently added incubation rooms for newborns, and even a turtle souvenir shop. After your tour, shell out on a drink and snack at one of the seaside restaurants of Porticcio, or spend time relaxing on its fine beach.

At a glance*

Duration: Half day tour

Activity: Low level of walking

Transport: By coach and on foot

Why Book? To experience the slower side of island life and then relax at the beach

Itinerary*

A Cupulatta (Tortoise Protection Centre) > Porticcio Seaside Resort (free time)

What's included*

Local guide, Panoramic guided drive, Entrance to A Cupulatta (Tortoise Protection Centre), Time for independent exploration at the centre, 75 minutes of free time at the beach, Photo opportunities

Essential information

Essential information. The terrain at the Tortoise Centre is rough and uneven in parts. There may be independent suppliers on the beach that offer watersports. These are provided by parties unconnected to P&O Cruises. Before you book this excursion, you must refer to the ‘Beach / Water Related’ paragraph under the Guide to Symbols in this brochure., BEACH/WATER RELATED EXCURSIONS, For any excursion involving water, passengers are reminded to exercise particular care. Alcohol and eating a full meal should be avoided before swimming. If buoyancy aids are provided for an activity they must be worn at all times. You should bear in mind that the sea is unpredictable. Lifeguards are unlikely to be present and there may not be a flag system to indicate whether or not it is safe to go in the water. In addition, beach activities may not be supervised or accompanied and so you should take care to satisfy yourself as to the safety of the beach and/or the sea at the time of your excursion. Please exercise caution when entering the sea as the seabed and aquatic environment is capable of springing surprises and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. Children must be supervised by you at all times near water. All activities on the beach, water and in the sea are undertaken at your own risk. You’ll need to take swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and flat shoes that can be worn in the water., LIABILITY, P&O Cruises will arrange for the excursions to be performed by the relevant excursion provider. P&O Cruises does not provide or supply the excursion services. P&O Cruises will exercise reasonable care and skill in the selection of the excursion provider, but will not in any circumstances have a greater liability than the excursion supplier and P&O Cruises shall not be responsible for the negligent acts/omissions of the excursion supplier. Please note that in relation to all excursions P&O Cruises is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by you unless such loss, damage or injury arises out of a breach of legal duty of P&O Cruises., TRAVEL INSURANCE, Before booking any activity excursions it is essential that you ensure your travel insurance extends to cover the specified activity. It is your responsibility to obtain adequate insurance.
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