The Kuriat Islands are one of the best-kept secrets of the Mediterranean — a protected marine reserve just 1 hour by boat from Monastir, where the water takes on an unreal turquoise hue. Dolphins accompany the yacht 99% of the time during the crossing. Green turtles surface during snorkeling.
A full day without rush, aboard the yacht Lac Majeur II — not a tourist boat, but a real 25-meter yacht with deck, shaded area, snorkeling equipment. Small group (max 25 people), French-English crew.
The program: hotel pick-up depending on your city (be ready from 8:00 am — Hammamet ~8:00, Mahdia ~8:15, Sousse ~8:30-8:45, Monastir ~9:15; exact time confirmed the day before by WhatsApp), departure from the Port of Monastir at 10:00 am, 1-hour crossing with stop if dolphins are spotted, arrival at the Kuriat Islands, 2-3 swimming and snorkeling stops, authentic Tunisian meal served on board (mechouia salad, fresh fish, bricks, seafood, desserts — not a light picnic), sunbathing on deck, return at 5:00 pm.
The crew takes you exactly where the magic happens — the best snorkeling spots, areas where turtles surface. These are not GPS coordinates from a tourist map; it's their knowledge from local fishermen.
The schedule
Hotel pick-up
Depending on your city: Hammamet ~8:00, Mahdia ~8:15, Sousse ~8:30-8:45, Monastir ~9:15. Be ready from 8:00 — exact time confirmed the day before by WhatsApp.
Departure from Monastir Marina 🚢
Welcome aboard and departure towards the Kuriat Islands. Passing by the fish farming area. Dolphins may be spotted during the crossing, depending on the day's conditions.
Arrival at Kuriat Island 📍
Free time and swimming in the crystal-clear waters. Set-up under a parasol, with a table and chairs reserved for you.
Lunch on the island 🍽️
Included menu: grilled sea bream (250-300g), chicken escalope, merguez, Tunisian salad, rice salad, mechouia salad, unlimited mineral water, seasonal fruits (watermelon & melon).
Discovery activity 🐢
Presentation of the sea turtles, plants and birds of the island, led by the "Notre Grand Bleu" association.
Back at sea 🌊
Fresh-water showers available on board. Swimming break in the open sea for about 30 minutes.
Return to the Marina 🚢
Departure towards Monastir Marina, arrival expected at 5:00 PM.