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product_id: 1628564
title: "Reptology Aquatic Turtle Pier and Basking Platform | Floating Above Tank | Decorative, Functional, and Naturally Inspired for Aquariums and Terrariums | Large Size (REP603)"
brand: "penn-plax"
price: "305.70 DT"
currency: TND
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reviews_count: 11
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# Platform: 16"x11"x1.25" with 20.5" ramp for easy pet access 4 adjustable suction-cup pylons for secure tank attachment Built-in gravel bin counterbalances pet weight for stability Reptology Aquatic Turtle Pier and Basking Platform | Floating Above Tank | Decorative, Functional, and Naturally Inspired for Aquariums and Terrariums | Large Size (REP603)

**Brand:** penn-plax
**Price:** 305.70 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐢 Elevate your pet’s chill zone — bask, lounge, and connect like never before!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Reptology Aquatic Turtle Pier and Basking Platform | Floating Above Tank | Decorative, Functional, and Naturally Inspired for Aquariums and Terrariums | Large Size (REP603) by penn-plax
- **How much does it cost?** 305.70 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1628564-reptology-aquatic-turtle-pier-and-basking-platform-floating-above-tank)

## Best For

- penn-plax enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted penn-plax brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Four suction-cup pylons with adjustable height ensure a secure, wobble-free fit in tanks 20 gallons and up—no more floating away!
- • **Effortless Climbing Access:** Ramp design plus counterweight gravel bin means your pet climbs on with ease and safety, reducing stress and boosting activity.
- • **Fits Large Tanks Perfectly:** Designed for 20+ gallon tanks with customizable height supports, it maximizes usable space without compromising swimming room.
- • **Elevate Your Pet’s Comfort:** Floating platform lets turtles & amphibians bask and rest above waterline, enhancing natural behavior and interaction.
- • **Naturalistic Habitat Upgrade:** Doubles as a hideaway and basking spot, satisfying your pet’s instincts while adding a sleek, nature-inspired décor vibe to your tank.

## Overview

The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier by Penn-Plax is a versatile, sturdy basking platform designed for tanks 20 gallons or larger. Featuring four adjustable suction-cup pylons for secure placement, a spacious 16"x11" platform with a 20.5" ramp, and a built-in gravel bin for balance, it allows turtles, frogs, and other amphibians to rest, bask, and interact above water. Its naturalistic design also provides hiding space underneath, enhancing your pet’s habitat while maintaining ample swimming area.

## Description

Reptology presents the Floating Turtle Pier and Basking Platform by Penn-Plax. This pier floats slightly above the waterline inside your tank. This feature allows your pet to rest and eat outside of the water. In addition to providing a better view, it also allows for more interaction between you and your favorite friend!Secure Supports: The pier’s platform rests upon 4 pylon supports that are attached with suction cups that connect to the bottom surface of a tank. For a strong and secure bond, please clean and wash the suction cups with water before placing inside tank, as well as the contact areas at the bottom of the tank. The cleaner they are, the stronger the bond!Easy Access for Pets: The docking ramp allows your pet to easily climb onto the upper level of the pier. Furthermore, the pier’s platform has a built-in gravel bin that’s used to counterbalance the weight of your pet as they enter the ramp. *Gravel sold separatelyDecorative & Naturally Inspired: In addition to serving as a basking platform that allows your pet to dry off and regulate temperature, the Reptology Floating Turtle Pier also satisfies their natural instinct to hide and rest underneath. This piece is great for terrariums and other reptile habitats that don’t have water.Additional Info: The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier is designed for tanks that are 20 gallons or larger. The Basking Platform measures 16” (D) x 11” (W) x 1.25 (H),The ramp extends the length to 20.5". In addition, the pylon supports are adjustable in height, from as low as 3” for setups without water, and up to 16” with water.

Review: Perfect for my fire bellied toads tank set-up - I looked around everywhere (it felt like) for a good and sturdy set up for my fire bellied toad tank. I found the foam-floating turtle docks, which felt like they may fall apart. The magnetic turtle docks, which I did accidentally drop one in the pet store and it chipped/broke! (oops) I finally found this gem online - and it is PERFECT! This product is really easy to set up (my 8 year old put it together for me), and provides a sturdy feeding/lounging dock for my fire-bellied toads. I have it in a 20-gallon-long aquarium, which the dimensions are 30" x 12" x 12". You need at least this size of tank for this prodcut. I uploaded a picture so you can see what it looks like. It fits perfectly, with just a tiny bit of room along the 3 sides of this aquarium - it is snug, but doesn't actually rub up or touch against the sides. When in place, it takes up about 60% of the surface of the water, which is exactly what I was looking for, but still provides swimming area for the frogs underneath the dock and on the other side of the tank. I combined this product with a Tetra Decorative Reptile Filter for Aquariums up to 55 Gallons (available on desertcart and way cheaper than what I paid at the local pet store) which is a filter and beautiful waterfall feature, a background cling, a screen top for the 20-gallon-long aquarium, a few dollar-store bags of river rocks for the bottom (you don't want anything that the toads can accidentally injest), a cheap plastic plant, a rather heavy rock/hide on the turtle-pier (along with some of the river rocks) for extra space to hide and decoration (the pier is still completely sturdy under this weight), and a couple of philodendron starts given to me by a co-worker. I think it is a pretty great set-up. This product comes with extenders for the suction-cup columns that keep it in place, so if you have a taller/higher tank, you can make the pier float higher. They are included in the package. Mine is shown with the shorter columns - and they come up right to the screen-top I have on the aquarium. The screen touches them, but they are not pushing up the screen as to allow the frogs to escape.
Review: lifesaver for large turtle - This works great for our large turtle, had a hard time finding something that would be sturdy, comfortable and not take up all swimming room in tank. This was the answer to his problems, has a nice large flat surface with more than enough room for him to stay dry, it tends to get a little water on the side he climbs up on but there is an area to put weight in on opposite side to counter act the weight on entry side and can sink a little when he’s on it but he is pretty heavy and seems to be easier for him to climb on when it tilts to the entry side. Does take up a lot of tank space (mostly just top water space) there is enough open space underneath that turtle is able to swim under it. He can get on and off this easier than the floating log and seems to enjoy it, spends much time on it. The ramp does come off sometimes but its easy enough to snap back on and he can climb on without ramp. a great purchase price, definately worth it!

## Features

- INNOVATIVE and UNIQUE: The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier doubles as a Basking Platform, and floats slightly above the waterline inside your tank. This feature allows your pet to rest and eat outside of the water. In addition to providing a better view, the pier also allows for more interaction between you and your favorite friend.
- SECURE SUPPORTS: The pier’s platform rests upon 4 pylon supports that are attached with suction cups that connect to the bottom surface of a tank. Please clean and wash the suction cups with water before placing inside tank for a strong and secure bond, as well clean the contact areas at the bottom of the tank. The cleaner they are, the stronger the bond on the cups.
- EASY ACCESS FOR PETS: The docking ramp allows your pet to easily climb onto the upper level of the pier. Furthermore, the pier’s platform has a built-in gravel bin that’s used to counterbalance the weight of your pet as they enter the ramp. Gravel sold separately.
- DECORATIVE and NATURALLY INSPIRED: In addition to serving as a basking platform that allows your pet to dry off and regulate temperature, the Reptology Floating Turtle Pier also satisfies their natural instinct to hide and rest underneath. This piece is great for terrariums and other reptile habitats that don’t have water. Great for turtles, frogs, newts, and salamanders
- ADDITIONAL INFO: The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier is designed for tanks that are 20 gallons or larger. The Basking Platform measures 16” (D) x 11” (W) x 8" (H), the ramp extends the total length to 20.5".In addition, the pylon supports are adjustable in height, from as low as 3” for setups without water, and up to 16” with water.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004PBCFG2 |
| ASIN  | B004PBCFG2 |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #52,136 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #531 in Aquarium Décor Thematic Ornaments |
| Brand Name | Penn-Plax |
| Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Color | Natrual |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (8,278) |
| Date First Available | June 29, 2010 |
| Date First Available  | June 29, 2010 |
| Directions | Please follow included directions. |
| Included Components | 1 Turtle Pier |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 16 x 11 x 1.25 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 16.22 x 11.42 x 2.56 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.6 Pounds |
| Item model number | REP603 |
| Item model number  | REP603 |
| Manufacturer | Penn Plax |
| Manufacturer  | Penn Plax |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | REP603 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 16 x 11 x 1.25 inches; 1.61 Pounds |
| Size | Large |
| Specific Uses for Product | Indoor |
| Style | Turtle Pier - Large |
| Target Audience Keyword | arachnids, arthropods, bearded-dragons, crabs, fish, frogs, geckos, hermit-crabs, iguanas, lizards, newts, reptiles, salamanders, snakes, spiders, tortoises, turtles |
| Warranty Description | Full Amazon Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Penn-Plax
- **Color:** Natural
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Product Care Instructions:** Hand Wash Only
- **Product Dimensions:** 16"L x 11"W x 8"H

## Images

![Reptology Aquatic Turtle Pier and Basking Platform | Floating Above Tank | Decorative, Functional, and Naturally Inspired for Aquariums and Terrariums | Large Size (REP603) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91s3o-7tTGL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I've read about other floating platforms sinking into the water when a large turtle gets on top. Have you seen that as an issue?**
A: Some do and some don't.  I've had several different types and this one is the only one that our red eared slider has not destroyed.  When my turtle gets on this platforms it sinks to some degree but not to bad.  Just have to make sure all parts are put together really well or they can get the pieces off.  This is the best one that I've ever had.

**Q: What's the tallest settting?**
A: Hi Faith, Thanks for your question. The maximum height the Turtle Pier can adjust to is 16".

**Q: are the legs on this platform removable? I currently use pvc tubing with 2 floating docks anchored on the  side. of the tank**
A: Yes

**Q: would this fit in a 90 gallon tank?**
A: yes, i have a 100 gallon tank that it fits in quite nicely, the only problem is that you cant have the water level above the top of the platform which is 2ish feet. so if you have a 4 foot tall aquarium, it could only be half full

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for my fire bellied toads tank set-up
*by N***S on June 21, 2013*

I looked around everywhere (it felt like) for a good and sturdy set up for my fire bellied toad tank. I found the foam-floating turtle docks, which felt like they may fall apart. The magnetic turtle docks, which I did accidentally drop one in the pet store and it chipped/broke! (oops) I finally found this gem online - and it is PERFECT! This product is really easy to set up (my 8 year old put it together for me), and provides a sturdy feeding/lounging dock for my fire-bellied toads. I have it in a 20-gallon-long aquarium, which the dimensions are 30" x 12" x 12". You need at least this size of tank for this prodcut. I uploaded a picture so you can see what it looks like. It fits perfectly, with just a tiny bit of room along the 3 sides of this aquarium - it is snug, but doesn't actually rub up or touch against the sides. When in place, it takes up about 60% of the surface of the water, which is exactly what I was looking for, but still provides swimming area for the frogs underneath the dock and on the other side of the tank. I combined this product with a Tetra Decorative Reptile Filter for Aquariums up to 55 Gallons (available on Amazon and way cheaper than what I paid at the local pet store) which is a filter and beautiful waterfall feature, a background cling, a screen top for the 20-gallon-long aquarium, a few dollar-store bags of river rocks for the bottom (you don't want anything that the toads can accidentally injest), a cheap plastic plant, a rather heavy rock/hide on the turtle-pier (along with some of the river rocks) for extra space to hide and decoration (the pier is still completely sturdy under this weight), and a couple of philodendron starts given to me by a co-worker. I think it is a pretty great set-up. This product comes with extenders for the suction-cup columns that keep it in place, so if you have a taller/higher tank, you can make the pier float higher. They are included in the package. Mine is shown with the shorter columns - and they come up right to the screen-top I have on the aquarium. The screen touches them, but they are not pushing up the screen as to allow the frogs to escape.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ lifesaver for large turtle
*by M***A on July 16, 2018*

This works great for our large turtle, had a hard time finding something that would be sturdy, comfortable and not take up all swimming room in tank. This was the answer to his problems, has a nice large flat surface with more than enough room for him to stay dry, it tends to get a little water on the side he climbs up on but there is an area to put weight in on opposite side to counter act the weight on entry side and can sink a little when he’s on it but he is pretty heavy and seems to be easier for him to climb on when it tilts to the entry side. Does take up a lot of tank space (mostly just top water space) there is enough open space underneath that turtle is able to swim under it. He can get on and off this easier than the floating log and seems to enjoy it, spends much time on it. The ramp does come off sometimes but its easy enough to snap back on and he can climb on without ramp. a great purchase price, definately worth it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice size for growing turtle
*by E***F on June 26, 2025*

It's definitely worth the money; but not overly pleased with the suction cups, and the ramp consistently detached from the basking platform. Finally applied aquarium glue on it to hopefully correct the issue. Bought it and used in a 20 gallon tank. It fit (very snuggly), but I decided to downsize to something smaller because it consumed the tank. But it left the floor open for my girl to move about. I've move it up to a 55 gallon now, and it still dominates the tank, but looks nice and is better suited because of my little girls growth spurt.

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