At first, we were a little disappointed as it was very small but soon realised that there was a wealth of information to be heard. The Australian owner (whose name escapes me, sorry!) was like a female version of Steve Irwin, bursting with knowledge and obvious enthusiasm for the reptiles. My daughter got to hold all of them (at least the ones that don't bite!) and at one point had hold of three at the same time - I took the photos. A visit well worth it .

If you don't do anything else, make sure you do this one!!! Definitely the highlight of our holiday. We were recommended to go on it but my husband was a little reserved due to the cost (approx 110 Euros for our family with one under 4 years). I finally persuaded him to go on Levantes' trip up to the blue caves and the shipwreck. We enjoyed it so much, my husband booked another day immediately on return to go to Turtle Island and the Keri caves. Captain Spiros was amazing, the banter was continuous and very very funny. Both my kids are still talking about him and one (my youngest Carla who is 4) is set to return to marry Spiros' son (presently aged 6). Some of Zante is becoming a little bit too touristic for me, but I felt we saw the real Zante and Greece with Spiros. He also gave the impression he was never in a hurry. The only problem I had on both trips was trying to decifer whether some of his stories were fables, mythology or history!!! Lots of tongue and cheek - watch out for the mermaids! Fantastic! I wish Spiros all the luck he deserves!!!

The blue caves are wonderful. The ship wreck is worth a view but is slightly over-rated. No matter where you go in Zante you will be offered a trip to these. Levante tours is best if you want to do in it style on a speedboat. Or for a cheap option if you are driving, go to the top of the island (past the windmills) and you will find a couple of brothers who will take you on a short trip (approx 20 mins) on a glass bottomed boat to the caves.