Today we received a heartfelt message from Simon Lewis who is an RAF pilot and one of our favourite Seas4life client .He encountered a beautiful green turtle stranded off Ascension Island in the Atlantic.
Too heavy for him to move alone, he called for help, and Ascension Island Conservation answered.
Together, they lifted her with care, giving her space to swim away. Estimated to be 60 years old, this majestic creature reminds us of the resilience and beauty of our oceans.
Simon's story is a true Easter 'Turtle' tale, warming hearts and inspiring hope. ๐ข๐
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Join us for the breathtaking Sardine Run Odyssey in South Africa, with an extra 3 days at the Shark Research Unit, Mossel Bay, from 23 June 2024 to July 2nd 2024. Nine extraordinary nights learning about sardines, sharks, dolphins, gannets, seals and whales!!!
Led by professionals, you'll witness the mesmerising circle of life where predators meet prey in the vibrant marine world. Immerse yourself in an exclusive Sardine Run group experience, followed by thrilling shark experiences. Nico from the Shark Research Unit in Mossel Bay, will be leading the whole adventure with our excellent team from Scuba Excursions.
You then have the choice to indulge in the enchanting sights and flavours of Cape Town with whale watching and wine tasting. ๐๐ท
Limited spaces available for this extraordinary journey, tailored for adventurous divers and snorkelers ready to explore the cooler, vibrant waters during the Sardine Run and humpback whale migration.
Book now and become part of the 'Greatest Shoal on Earth' while supporting vital shark research. Don't miss out on this mind-boggling experience! ๐๐
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Join us on a vital mission to rescue our oceans with our Seas4life Foundation!
By supporting organisations like BahariHai Planet Moja@Olive Ridley Project @Ocean Sole@Oceans Alive Kenya, REEFolution Foundation you are making a tangible difference in our ocean. ๐ ๐
Every contribution aids in vital scientific research, empowers local communities, and protects fragile marine ecosystems.
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With each donation, you're ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our planet's most precious resource. ๐๐ช
Dive deep into compassion and become an Ocean Guardian today!
To learn more about the organizations we support please click on the link below
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Lamu Archipelago situated in the Indian Ocean off the North Coast of Kenya, epitomises the charm of Swahili culture. The largest islands are Pate, Manda and Lamu. The smaller islands include Kiwayu and Manda Toto, all with an outstanding natural beauty, archaeological finds and steeped in history. The Arabs called them the โSeven Isles of Eryayaโ, while sailors called them a welcome port of call when en route to, or from, India.
Lamu has traded for the best part of 1000 years, first under the nominal control of various Arabic magnates, then under the Portuguese, and finally at the behest of the Sultanate of Zanzibar, before eventually achieving independence, along with the rest of Kenya, in 1963.
There is no better way to explore Lamu island than by sea on your exclusive luxury 60ft Dhow. The image of the iconic triangular sail of the traditional Swahili dhow clipping along the East African coast has changed little over the past 2000 yearsโa scene that takes you back to when Persian and Oman traders travelled the coasts of East Africa as early as the 6th Century. And now itโs your turn to taste the rich history of this fascinating culture.
Come with us and explore LAMU ๐ฐ๐ชโต๏ธ
Click on the link below to read more about our wonderful Lamu itinerary
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Shark Awareness Day
Shark Awareness Day is marked yearly on 14th July each year to raise awareness about shark conservation and promote understanding of these magnificent cartilaginous fish. It is important to dispel myths about sharks and to alert many on the importance that sharks play in the ocean eco system.
Sharks are among the oldest living lineage of species in the ocean, with fossil records dating back at least 420 million years ago. Modern-day sharks have been around for about 100 million years, predating the dinosaurs and even surviving them in the last major extinction event in the Miocene.
Over the past 50 years shark numbers have declined by more than 70%, with an associated loss to the biodiversity and ocean ecosystems. Sharks play an integral role in keeping our ocean healthy and ecosystems intact. Sharks eat the sick, the weak and the slow, maintaining other species populations, controlling disease and shaping healthier genes in their prey populations. They are an apex predator, at the top of the food chain, and have been in balance with the ocean, so as not to eat too much โ this balance is being left unchecked by illegal, uncontrolled fishing of sharks mainly for their fins.
Thanks to organisations like Coastal Oceans Research and Development in the Indian Ocean (CORDIO), who are a leading non-governmental research and conservation initiative based in Mombasa, Kenya, dedicated to marine and coastal ecosystems in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO). Part of the amazing work they do is building awareness about sharks in the local communities.
CORDIO East Africa
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We LOVE sea turtles at Seas4Life. June 16th is dedicated to raising awareness about these magnificent creatures and the need for their conservation. The day emphasises the need to protect their habitats, mitigate human-induced threats, and inspire collective action to protect these gentle ocean dwellers. The theme this year is to โPreserve our Ocean Guardiansโ as sea turtles play a crucial role in the balance of marine ecosystems. Read our latest โSea Journalโ to learn more and ways to support these โOcean Guardiansโ on World Seas Turtle Dayโฆhttps://www.seas4life.com/sea-journals/world-sea-turtle-blog-16th-june-2023 Marine Conservation partners: @oliveridleyproject @lamcot_lamu @baharihai @oceansalivekenya @localoceanco @oceansole #WorldSeaTurtleDay #OceanGuardians #Seaturtles #oceanlover #oceanlove #lovetheocean #passionforthesea #conservation #ocean #seasadventures #marinelife #marineanimals #oceanodyssey #natgeo #natgeowild #blueplanet #underthesea #turtlelove #sea #savetheturtles #seaturtleconservation
Happy World Turtle Day!!
Take a moment to appreciate these amazing creatures, who have survived the test of time. May 23rd is a day to celebrate all the turtles, whether on land, sea or freshwater. Here are 10 amazing facts:
1. There are 7 species of sea turtles of which 5 can be found in East Africa;
Green
Hawksbill
Olive Ridley
Loggerheads
Leatherbacks
All are threatened with extinction
2. Turtles have beak like mouths made from keratin to grasp their food.
3.Turtle shells are made of over 50 bones fused together - so they are literally wearing their bones on the outside. They have light spongy bones that help them float.
4. The first few years of a sea turtlesโ life are known as their lost years - that is because the time between when the hatchlings emerge until they return to coastal shallow waters to forage is incredibly difficult to study. They spend their time at sea (up to 20 years) and it remains a mystery.
5.They vary greatly in size - the smallest Kemps Ridley measure 70cm and weighs up to 40kg to the leatherback, which can reach up to 180cm long and weighs 500kg.
6. Out of 1000 sea turtle hatchlings, maybe one or two makes it to adulthood due to the long time it takes for them to reach maturity and the many dangers they face from marine predators.
7. Female leatherbacks make strange noises when nesting, which sounds like a human belch.
8. Turtles can look as if they are crying but they are actually getting rid of excess salt from swallowing salty seawater through a salt excretion gland near the corner of their eye.
9. Sea turtles are known to migrate huge distances - the longest known record for a female leather back is 13,000 miles over 647 days from Indonesia to the west coast of America. This is why they are tagged and tracked
10. Females return to the same beach they hatched on to lay their own eggs and bury them in sand โnests. Sea turtles have an amazing ability to navigate using their
Surf's Up!
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Pure underwater magic!
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One of the many advantages of traveling with us at Seas4life is sharing our connections with world renowned whale shark experts who will enthusiastically share their incredible knowledge & details of their important work with these gentle giants!
| The Spice Islands |
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'The worlds finest wilderness lies beneath the waves', a quote from Robert Wyland.
Our on safaris we explore parts of the world few others have & leave with a greater appreciation & understanding of the ocean & wild spaces!
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The red lionfish (Pterois volitans) is a venomous coral reef fish...Adults in this species can grow as large as 47 cm (18.5 in) in length, making it one of the largest species of lionfish in the ocean!
It has large, venomous spines that protrude from the body, similar to a mane, giving it the common name lionfish, no definitive predators of the lionfish are known!
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Magical moments with magnificent seas creatures! Each experience is tailor made & led by experts & scientists to give the traveller a completely unique & deeper experience, an understanding of the conservation, leaving you inspired, enlightened & connected.
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Another 'once in a lifetime' experience... ๐๐
๐SOUND ON๐
Can you hear the chitter chatter of a baby Humpback Whale?
๐ Galu - South Coast, Kenya
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We've heard of 'Sleeping Lions' but never heard of 'Sleeping Turtles'.... Beautiful male Green Turtle taking an afternoon snooze.
๐ Galu - South Coast, Kenya
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Happy Monday.
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Kenyan Coast
There is a coastal hideaway to suit everyone.
We specialise in finding not only the right house but arranging the activities that'll immerse you in the spectacular beauty of your surroundings, connect you to the people who work hard to protect it and the animals that live there.
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Jellyfish world
Happy Earth Day 2022.
Let's get investing into our planet.
