Adventure · Savaii
Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon
By Dive Savai'i
- Adventure
- 3 hours
- Savaii
About this activity
Boat snorkel trip to the resident turtle population in Manase's reef lagoon. Around 10 turtles per trip on average — they're wild, not fed, and used to gentle observation. Gear, transfers from north-coast hotels and a light snack included. About 90 minutes in the water.
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operated by Dive Savai'i
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation — cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather — if it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers — if it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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About the operator
Dive Savai'i
Manase, Samoa
PADI-certified dive shop based at Fagamalo Bay on the north coast. Snorkel + dive tours including reliable turtle sightings (10+ per trip on average).
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Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon at a glance
A boat snorkel trip to observe wild sea turtles in Manase Lagoon's reef. Around 10 turtles per trip congregate here naturally; they are not fed and accustomed to gentle observation. The 3-hour excursion includes approximately 90 minutes in the water, snorkel gear, hotel transfers from the north coast, and a light snack. Based in Savaii.
- Good to know
- The turtles are wild animals and not accustomed to feeding. Observe them gently and at a respectful distance. A light snack is provided during the trip. The operator offers a flexible cancellation policy.
- Getting there
- Transfers from north-coast hotels are included in the package.
- What to expect
- You'll spend about 90 minutes in the water observing the resident turtle population in the reef lagoon. Around 10 turtles per trip visit this site naturally—they're wild, not fed, and used to quiet, gentle viewing. Snorkel gear is provided, and the total experience takes 3 hours including boat travel.
About Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon
How long is Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon?
Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon runs about 3 hours.
How much does Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon cost?
WST 150 per adult.
Where does Snorkel with Turtles — Manase Lagoon meet?
Manase, Samoa
Last updated 27 July 2026