Total Duration: 90 Minutes
Departure Location: SwissX Island Lagoon Dock, St. John’s, Antigua
Departure Frequency: Every 15 minutes
0:00 – 0:15 | Departure and Lagoon Adventure
- Boarding and Welcome Briefing: Guests board the SwissX ferry and receive a short briefing on Gryphon Island’s unique ecosystem and the species they’ll encounter.
- Lagoon Journey: As the boat cruises across the lagoon, guests can view vibrant, genetically modified creatures and hear about the lagoon’s role in supporting biodiversity. A guide will point out specific lagoon species and discuss how SwissX has enriched the ecosystem.
0:15 – 0:25 | Arrival at Gryphon Island & Introduction to the Gryphon Project
- Welcome to Gryphon Island: Upon arrival, guests are greeted by SwissX guides and led through the Gryphon Project’s entrance, marked by beautiful artwork depicting gryphons and other mythical creatures.
- Project Overview: A guide provides an introduction to the Gryphon Project, detailing its purpose, mythology, and connection to global conservation efforts.
0:25 – 0:40 | SwissX Genetics Lab and Conservation Briefing
- Guided Lab Tour: Guests tour the SwissX Genetics Lab, witnessing the pioneering techniques in gene editing and hybrid creation. SwissX scientists explain how they ethically modify animal DNA for conservation and biodiversity.
- Conservation and Sustainability Briefing: The guide highlights Gryphon Island’s critical role in the SwissX Carbon Registry, showing how the island supports REDD++ projects funded by the SWISSX Sovereign Wealth Fund. Information is provided on carbon capture measurements and sustainability projects at work.
0:40 – 0:55 | Encounters with Harvey and Smoke
- Meet Harvey the Albino Gorilla: In a specially designed enclosure, guests have a close encounter with Harvey, learning about his genetic uniqueness and how his presence promotes global conservation awareness.
- Meet Smoke the Giant Iguana: The tour continues to Smoke’s habitat, where guests are awed by this giant iguana and hear about SwissX’s efforts in preserving rare reptilian species.
0:55 – 1:05 | Exploration of Rare Flora and Mangrove Habitat
- Mangrove Walk and Endangered Flora Tour: Guests embark on a short guided walk through Gryphon Island’s mangrove forest. Guides highlight the island’s four unique mangrove species and other rare plants, explaining their role in the SwissX Carbon Registry’s testing of carbon sequestration and ecosystem resilience.
1:05 – 1:20 | Relax and Refresh at Bach Bar Outpost
- Break at Bach Bar Outpost: Guests unwind with refreshing drinks and Antiguan-inspired snacks at the Bach Bar Outpost. They can enjoy scenic views, hear stories of the Sargasso Sea’s influence on SwissX Island, and ask guides more questions about the island’s unique ecosystem.
1:20 – 1:30 | Return Journey and Farewell
- Return Boat Ride: Guests board the ferry for the return journey across the lagoon to SwissX Island. They can reflect on their experience, view their tour photos, and receive a link to their video package.
Each guest departs with a deeper appreciation for SwissX’s mission of conservation, innovation, and global sustainability, with a photo and video package capturing their unforgettable experience at Gryphon Island.