Make sure the tortoise's head pokes above the water when he's in it, but it should be about chin deep. [substeps] You can also place one end of the tub on a book to create a slight angle, making a shallow end and a deep end.
[header] How to bathe a tortoise [title] Fill a shallow container with water. [step] The container should be small enough on the sides that your tortoise should be able to climb out of it. Add lukewarm water to it.