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The Turtle Hospital, Marathon

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Nestled in the core of the Florida Keys, The Turtle Hospital rescues, rehabilitates, and protects injured and sick sea turtles. Since 1986 the center has worked to raise awareness of the dangers sea turtles face. The staff conducts research on turtle health and returns wounded turtles that are healed to their natural habitat. Some turtles cannot live in the wild due to surgeries or permanent disabilities, so the hospital cares for its permanent residents. To take a tour and see the turtles, be sure to call well in advance; slots are limited and fill up quickly. For travelers who use our online itinerary creator, Marathon holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the The Turtle Hospital and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.

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RLGriffin2014

We learned a lot during the tour. It was fun, but also really informative. My son didn't think he wanted to go, but ended up really glad he went. There were 41 turtles there when we went. You have the... more »
wildcurls

We had a wonderful time. The tour guide was friendly and we met all of the turtles. Make reservations this place is popular. more »
j29510

Went to the turtle hospital and had a great time. Fun visit for everybody in the family. Kids and adults will enjoy feeding the turtles and learning what we can all do to help the environment. more »

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