9 Wildlife Trips in Greece, In Order of What They Give Back

1.Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,278 reviews · 7 hours · from $34Our pick

Spend two hours in Rhodes’ Butterfly Valley and two at Seven Springs, traveling by air-conditioned Manos Going coach. Drivers such as Apostolos, Nikos, and Carlos add local tips along the way. Expect shaded paths, steep uneven sections, a cold-water tunnel, and extra fees for Butterfly Valley entry.

“Trip was lovely! Although we saw no butterflies, it wasn’t in writing anywhere on the description that there would be no butterflies til May which is a bit unfortunate. Still a lovely day out and would highly recommend going! The restaurant at the Seven Springs was really nice.”

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2.Filerimos Hill and Butterfly Valley Bus Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 681 reviews · 6 hours · from $31

Spend six hours visiting Filerimos Hill and Butterfly Valley by air-conditioned minibus from northern Rhodes. This self-guided trip gives you about one hour at Filerimos and two hours in the valley, with an English-speaking driver, hotel pickup, and a useful map. Expect walking, steps, uneven paths, entrance fees, and the best butterfly numbers from June through September.

“Simple but worthwhile excursion. Only a half day which is great.”

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3.Kamiros Skala: Marine Life Experience by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 589 reviews · 3 hours · from $106

Cruise from Kamiros Skala toward Makri and Stroggyli Islets with marine biologists such as Lucy and Alex. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins, hear about sustainable aquaculture, snorkel with fish and sea stars, and enjoy snacks and underwater photos. Dolphin sightings are likely but never guaranteed.

“Very well organised pickup and super guided tour, not too big group and interesting information, of course snorkelling with the fish was the highlight, unfortunately there were not too many to see, luckily some dolphins passed by 🤘”

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4.Butterfly Valley Half-Day Bus Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 351 reviews · 4 hours · from $17Best value

Ride from Rhodes hotels to Butterfly Valley with a friendly driver, often accompanied by calm music and useful local help. You get two hours to walk shaded trails, see butterflies, streams, crabs, lizards, and possibly wild goats. The $17 price covers transport, but entry, food, drinks, and toilets cost extra.

“Butterflies were amazing & overall tour was worth it. However the transfer was not a small group of max 10 as advertised it was a big coach of 40 & link to pick up location didn't work.. luckily relatively easy to find anyway.”

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5.Butterfly Valley and Filerimos Hill Bus Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 196 reviews · 6 hours · from $23

Spend six hours visiting Rhodes’ Butterfly Valley and Filerimos Hill by air-conditioned coach. Walk beside streams and waterfalls, see seasonal clusters of moths, then explore ancient ruins, a Byzantine church, Golgotha, and an 18-meter cross. This is a self-guided trip with transport included, but entrance fees, food, and drinks are extra.

“Driver was friendly all the time! Everything amazing. Thank you”

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6.Butterfly Valley and Mini Cruise to Chalki Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 190 reviews · 11 hours · from $63

Start with hotel pickup and a morning walk through Rhodes’ Butterfly Valley, then take a boat from Kamiros Skala to Chalki. Guide Joseph is known for useful local tips and a relaxed manner. You get free time for Chalki’s alleys, taverns, and beaches, but food, drinks, and entrance fees cost extra.

“Amazing experience. The tour guide Joseph was very cool and funny, easy going person. He also shared many interesting things about Rhodes and Greece in general. The bus driver Costa was also amazing and very patient with everyone throughout the trip. Butterfly valley is a must if you are visiting Rhodes and Chalki Island is stunning as well. The overall experience was worth it and I highly recommend it.”

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7.Kamiros Skala : Marine Life Experience & Alimia Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 166 reviews · 7 hours · from $176

Spend seven hours at sea with a marine biologist, watching bottlenose dolphins near Makri, snorkeling by Stroggyli Islet, and swimming at Alimia. Guides including Lucy, Asteria, and Mae help nervous swimmers feel safe, while Costas and his wife serve fresh fish, salads, fruit, and drinks. Pickup is optional, and no previous snorkeling experience is needed.

“Fantastic, very informative, great snorkelling. The team were helpful and friendly. The beach bbq was amazing. They really looked after us and gave us lots of information abt landmarks, the farm fishing and local wild life. Highly recommend.”

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8.From Nidri: Marine Wildlife Cruise with Lunch and Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $82Top rated

Set out from Nidri on the wooden boat Agios Nikolaos with a small group of up to 15 people. Guides including Harry, Ben, Sonia, and Marieta lead snorkel stops by seagrass, beaches, and caves, with equipment, a BBQ lunch, wine, and soft drinks included.

“Amazing experience with an intimate group. All locations were absolutely stunning!! Traditional greek style lunch on the private beach was incredible also 😁”

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9.Lindos & Butterfly Valley Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · from $34

Spend a full day visiting two of Rhodes’ best-known sights with an English or French-speaking escort. Walk Butterfly Valley’s streams and wooded paths, then explore Lindos and its optional Acropolis visit. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and free time are included. Entry fees and meals cost extra.

“Definitely must see! If i go there again, I would choose to get to Lindos by boat, but butterfly valley only has access by bus or car. Our guide was kind, told us some interesting facts, we had plenty of time to see the valley and to explore the city. The bus stopped on some location with great view to take photos. It was nice :)”

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