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15 Boat Tours in Rhodes, In Order of What They Give Back

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A holiday has one spare day too few. These 15 boat tours in Rhodes are the ones that earn the slot, laid out so the choice takes two minutes.

Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - Leaving Kolona Harbor and seeing Rhodes from the sea
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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

1.Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,265 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $35Our pick

Take the Sebeco Lines speedboat from Kolona Harbor to Symi, with an air-conditioned indoor cabin, outdoor seating, and an onboard bar. The roughly 80-minute crossing brings you to Symi’s colorful harbor for several hours of independent exploring, dining, shopping, photography, or swimming before returning to Rhodes.

“Great activity. They picked us up for our hotel to take us to the harbour and then we got the boat to Symi island. Which is well worth it, it’s such a beautiful island. We had free time here which was lovely as we had some food and drinks.”

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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George's Bay - The one-hour high-speed crossing
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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George’s Bay

2.High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,333 reviews · from $55

Take a high-speed boat from Rhodes to Symi, reaching the island in about an hour. Explore the colorful harbor town for three hours, then swim in clear water at St George’s Bay on the 9:00 or 11:00 departure. The 15:15 boat skips the swim but offers cooler sightseeing and sunset views.

“A must do if you are in Rhodes! Had plenty of time on Symi to explore and the swim stop at St Georges Bay was a lovely way to end the day!”

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Rhodes: All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks - Leaving Mandraki Harbour at 10:00
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Rhodes: All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks

3.All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,331 reviews · 6 hours · from $76

Cruise from Rhodes aboard the Aphrodite Duchess, stopping at Kallithea Springs, Anthony Quinn Bay, and Traganou Caves for swimming and snorkeling. You get donuts, iced coffee, hot dogs, Greek BBQ, fruit, waffles, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, water, and iced frappe. Panos is among the welcoming hosts, with shaded booths and optional top-deck bean bags.

“Absolutely well worth doing this excursion when in Rhodes! The boat staff were lovely and very entertaining, and we were well fed for the duration of it. A great way to see some of the beautiful coves on the island. Definitely would recommend upgrading to the bean bags. Overall a brilliant day and would highly recommend!!”

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From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George's Bay - Arriving in Gialos, Symi’s main port
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From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George’s Bay

4.Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,137 reviews · 8h 30m · from $41

Leave Rhodes at 10:00 aboard SP Cruises for a scenic ride to Saint George Bay, where you get roughly an hour to swim and snorkel. Continue to Symi’s colorful port of Gialos for about three hours of free time, lunch, shopping, and wandering. Captain Yannis and the crew keep the day moving until your 18:30 return.

“Boat was very crowded everyone wanted to sit upstairs or near a window and this wasn’t possible. St. George’s Bay was amazing and so was Symi so can’t complain 😊”

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Rhodes: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Sailing catamaran or power catamaran?
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Rhodes: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

5.All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,002 reviews · 6 hours · from $83

Join Andreas, Hope, Dimitri, and the crew at Mandraki Harbor for a six-hour catamaran cruise along Rhodes’ east coast. Choose a sailing or power catamaran, swim at Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko, and Kallithea Springs, and on the power boat, visit Afandou Caves. Lunch, snacks, snorkeling gear, floats, and drinks are included.

“A very good day out. A very good lunch and plenty of free flowing wine. Great places to see and have a dip in the see. All in all a fabulous day.”

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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - Meeting at Mandraki Port in Rhodes
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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

6.Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Join Manos Ggoing for a nine-hour boat trip from Rhodes to Symi Island aboard Nikolaos X. Visit Panormitis Monastery, cruise the west coast, and enjoy 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi Town for shops, tavernas, swimming, and views. Saturday summer departures may include a 20-minute swim stop at Nymporio Bay.

“We enjoyed our trip to Symi island and Paranormitis Monastery. Message for those, who like to be late: don't be, because sometimes ship can leave earlier and nobody will miss you🙂”

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Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay - Two hours across the Aegean
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Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

7.Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,753 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $48

Sail from Rhodes to Symi with a one-hour swim at St George Bay and about three hours in Symi Town. The roughly nine-hour trip includes an onboard restroom and optional hotel pickup for an extra fee. Expect a large boat, long crossings, friendly crew, and limited seating during busy departures.

“Great experience. Both myself and my mum came to Rhodes with the plan to visit Symi island. I accidentally booked the cruise with the swimming stop at Saint George’s Bay and wow I am glad I did. It was utterly breathtaking - crystal clear waters. I’ve never seen something like it! Symi was equally beautiful. We opted for the transfer to and from our hotel for ease. It felt a long day, 2 hours to Saint George’s Bay, half an hour to Symi from there and then approximately 2 hours back to Rhodes but was well worth it. We even saw the sunset on the way back. Highly recommend this…”

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Rhodes: Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks - The first 45 minutes along the Rhodes coast
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Rhodes: Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks

8.Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,513 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Set sail from Mandraki Harbour aboard the Aphrodite Duchess for three relaxed hours of swimming, Greek BBQ, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and Aperol Spritz. You will stop at Kallithea Springs, then watch the sunset from the water. The crew, including Panos, Katia, and Katerina, keeps the mood friendly and easygoing.

“Tried to upgrade ticket at harbour to include food but lady was very unhelpful + told me to come back at 5pm but it was busy at this time. Crew on the ship helped me on + off ship as my mobility isn't great , they also upgraded my ticket to include the Greek BBQ without any hassle . Was a very enjoyable experience on the ship, water was lovely and warm + took some amazing pictures of the sun setting . I would recommend this cruise and the crew can't do enough for you 😊”

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Rhodes: Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops - The first swim at Anthony Quinn Bay
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Rhodes: Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops

9.Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,404 reviews · 8 - 8.5 hours · from $47

Spend a full day sailing from Rhodes City to Lindos, with a 30-minute swim at Anthony Quinn Bay, three hours to visit the Acropolis or relax by the beach, and a final swim at Tsambika. Rizos Cruises provides sunbeds, floats, toilets, air-conditioned seating, WiFi, and a snack bar. Hotel pickup is optional.

“We left Rhodes on time and stopped midway to lindos for a swim. The staff is very friendly and the boat is very clean. Clear informations were provided by staff. It was a great day on board of a boat!”

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Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet - The Greek buffet is more than a snack
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Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet

10.Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,230 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $107Top rated

Sail from Mandraki Harbour aboard the Romantika for six hours of swimming, snorkeling, cocktails, and Greek food. You’ll pass Rhodes’ medieval walls and the Colossus site, then stop at Kallithea Springs, Afandou Beach, and Anthony Quinn Bay. Captain Alexander and his crew keep the mood lively, while bean-bag seating and a limited passenger count help the boat feel comfortable.

“The boat was really lovely and spacious, great seats & great crew! The seating was really comfortable and the boat wasn’t at all over crowded which can be the case on some other boats! It felt really private and very luxurious! Great food, drinks and music!”

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Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise - Anthony Quinn Bay, the photogenic first stop
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Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise

11.Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,051 reviews · from $51

Spend three relaxed hours aboard the 36-foot Aphrodite catamaran, swimming at Anthony Quinn Bay, Traganou Caves, and Ladiko Bay. Hosts such as Mike, George, and Elena serve fresh strawberry cocktails, beer, wine, snacks, and snorkeling gear. The boat carries no more than 28 people, though it is licensed for 45.

“We loved this tour! We used the transfer for 10€ea from the cruise terminal which was very easy and well organised and this tour was much cheaper than a shore tour organised by the ship. I am skeptical of whether there was any/much alcohol in the cocktails as I didn’t feel it (and I’m a lightweight lol) but they were delicious none the less and there was also wine & beer available. Probably best not to be tipsy when you’re snorkelling anyway! :P Definitely recommend this tour for a fun activity in Rhodes!Read more”

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Rhodes Town: Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views - Meeting the boat at Mandraki Harbor
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Rhodes Town: Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views

12.Rhodes Town: Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,014 reviews · 45 min · from $23Best value

Board Poseidon Submarine at Mandraki Harbour for a 45-minute cruise around Rhodes Town. From the air-conditioned underwater cabin, you can watch fish through wide windows while an English-speaking crew member feeds them outside. Step onto the deck for views of the Old Town, Elli Beach, and the harbor.

“loved hearing some local history and seeing the marine life. my teenager absolutely loved it as did all the kids on board”

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Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat - What to Do During Four Free Hours
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Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

13.Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 975 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $48

Travel from Rhodes to Symi by boat, then explore the harbor town on your own for roughly four hours. Choose a meeting point in Rhodes Town or add hotel pickup for an extra fee. The day has no guided walking tour, so you set the pace for photos, lunch, shopping, and a look around Symi’s colorful waterfront.

“The whole day was seem-less, from collection to drop-off. When I booked I failed to notice that there were different prices depending on where you are on the island, so I paid the difference at the office when collecting the tickets. The communication was excellent and pick up in an air-conditioned mini-bus was on time. We had to wait to depart port, which may have been for an airport transfer / goods, but it was ok. The boat was equipped with a bar and toilets with seating on deck offering some shade. Below deck are more comfortable seats with air-conditioning available. The journey was quick and smooth and we arrived…”

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Rhodes: Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay - The hotel pickup and Mandraki Harbour start
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Rhodes: Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay

14.Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 919 reviews · from $67

You’ll cruise from Rhodes on Doll, a modern eco-friendly boat, with hotel transfers, Wi-Fi, toilets, shade, air conditioning, and free snorkel gear. Swim for up to 1.5 hours at boat-only St. George’s Bay, then spend three hours in Symi’s Yialos harbour, with time for lunch, shops, and the climb to Horio.

“My only complaint was the lack of any form of safety instruction and hardly any interaction from the crew of Doll. Once you were onboard you got the minimum announcements and that was it. Positives: transfers were good, a bit haphazard with timings but that’s ok. Boat was spectacular. Symi was a joy, what a stunning place and the restaurant we found up a side street , Taverna Napaloa, served great fresh food at a very reasonable price. It’s easy to while away 3 hours in Symi, a leisurely stroll around the harbour looking at the lovely stalls and shops and a stop off for a beer while looking out…”

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Rhodes Town: Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views - Starting near Rhodes Courthouse
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Rhodes Town: Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views

15.Rhodes Town: Yellow Submarine Cruise with Underwater Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 836 reviews · 45 min · from $23

Board the Yellow Submarine near Rhodes Courthouse for a 45-minute cruise around Mandraki Harbour and Rhodes Old Town. Take a seat in the air-conditioned underwater cabin, watch fish through 22 large windows, and see a scuba performer feed them by hand. The captain provides English commentary, while the upper deck gives you fresh air and clear views of the city walls.

“Great fun with my son.Loved looking at the sealife.Excellent value for money 7 euros each.”

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New in Boat Tours in Rhodes

★ 4.8Sailing tour around Lindos with food and drinksFrom $7654 reviews
★ 4.8Faliraki: Yellow Sub Cruise to Anthony Quinn Bay & the CavesFrom $51249 reviews
★ 4.9RIB Cruise with Drinks and 4 Swim StopsFrom $48217 reviews
★ 4.7Rhodes Town: Adrenaline Jet Boat AdventureFrom $5351 reviews
★ 4.9Rhodes Town: Fishing Boat Trip with Fish Meal and Swim StopsFrom $7673 reviews
★ 4.7Sunset Cruise w/ Gourmet Buffet, Drinks & Live MusicFrom $89321 reviews
★ 4.7Rhodes Town: Sunset Boat Cruise with Drinks & SnacksFrom $39211 reviews
★ 4.1Hop-on Hop-off Bus and Submarine TourFrom $41199 reviews
★ 4.6High Speed Boat Trip to LindosFrom $50308 reviews
★ 4.6Full Day East Coast Bay to Bay Boat Trip with LunchFrom $6835 reviews
★ 4.8Bay to Bay Swim Cruise with Greek Buffet and WineFrom $69187 reviews
★ 4.2Boat Trip to Symi Island with Hotel TransferFrom $7472 reviews
★ 4.0Boat trip to Symi island with swimming at St. GeorgeFrom $51157 reviews
★ 4.1Rhodes Town: Anthony Quinn, Kalithea & Afandou Boat CruiseFrom $3249 reviews
★ 4.7Lindos, Pefkos: Summer Breeze All Inclusive Sunset CruiseFrom $4530 reviews

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