A local fisherman, Orton (Brother) King, constructed this sanctuary in an effort to preserve the hawksbill turtle.
Fishing
Trails
Wi-Fi
Accessible
Reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0/5 · 374 reviews
5-star
15%
4-star
15%
3-star
0%
2-star
4%
1-star
66%
Recent reviews
Wildlife
Water Activities
Any rating
Loading reviews...
Jan 29, 2025
What was once the dream of a Bequian dedicated to saving Hawksbill turtles now lies in ruins. I first visited this sanctuary over 20 years ago and had the privilege of meeting the gentleman who found… Full review by Glenn S
Jun 26, 2024
At the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary, they hatch Hawksbill Turtle eggs and raise the young until they are big enough to have a greater chance of survival in the wild. They are released at about age 7. … Full review by Robert D
Apr 1, 2024
This is the most disgusting animal cruelty I have ever seen. Certainly it should not be called a sanctuary. Its a money making hell on earth for these poor creatures. Kept in small shallow pens they … Full review by LindseyConor