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- 10 minutes from Guludo in the speed boat
- 1 hour by sail
- Home to the legendary coconut crabs and nesting fish eagles
- Breath-taking sandy spit
- Small reefs for snorkelling off the beach
- $70 per person in the speed boat
- $35 per person in dhow
An enchanted tropical island; nestled inside a marine sanctuary, home to age-old legends...
Rolas is our most popular activity and it’s not hard to see why. Just a short sail from Guludo, this tiny island is surrounded by crystal clear waters with breath-taking reefs to snorkel and a stunning white sandy peninsular. Local legend says the island is owned by the sacred, resident coconut crabs, the largest crabs in the world, who dictate the weather and the fate of anyone who dares upset them.
During your visit to Rolas you will meet some of the Guludo fishermen who use the island as temporary base and, if you dare, go with “old man coconut crab” into the Rolas Coral Rock Forest to see some of the infamous crabs for yourself. In the middle of the island you’ll find a simple shade with a spectacular, panoramic view, perfect for whale spotting (July to September) and spying the two resident fish eagles.
