Rhodes East Coast Catamaran Cruise with Lunch
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Overview
This Rhodes catamaran cruise spends a full day on the island's sunny east coast in a small group of no more than 24 guests. We collect you by coach from a set stop near your hotel in Rhodes town, Ixia or Ialysos and bring you to Mandraki Harbour, where the power catamaran leaves at 10:00. The boat anchors at four of the finest swimming spots on the coast: pine-fringed Vagies Bay, long Afandou Beach, sheltered Ladiko Bay and the rocky coves of Kallithea Springs. Between swims you relax on sunbeds and nets, snorkel and enjoy a breakfast snack, fresh fruit and a Mediterranean buffet lunch, with unlimited soft drinks, juice and water. It suits couples, friends and families. A sailing catamaran option with three stops is also available.
Highlights
- Small-group catamaran cruise with no more than 24 guests
- Four swim and snorkel stops along the east coast of Rhodes
- Pine-fringed Vagies Bay and sheltered Ladiko Bay
- Afandou Beach, one of the longest beaches on the island
- The rocky coves below the historic Kallithea Springs
- Mediterranean buffet lunch, breakfast snack and fresh fruit
- Unlimited soft drinks, juice and water
- Hotel transfer by coach from Rhodes town, Ixia and Ialysos
Full Description
Mandraki Harbour, Rhodes town
Mandraki is the historic harbour of Rhodes town, just outside the walls of the medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Two bronze deer, a stag and a doe, stand on columns at the harbour entrance, three old windmills line the mole, and at its tip rises the fortress of Agios Nikolaos with its lighthouse.
The cruise starts here, with boarding from 09:30 for the 10:00 departure. As the catamaran sails south, you see the walls of the Old Town and the coast unfold, before the boat turns along the east coast, the sunniest and calmest side of Rhodes. In summer the meltemi blows from the north-west, so the east coast is usually more sheltered than the west, which makes it the best side of the island for a boat day.
Vagies Bay and Ladiko Bay
Vagies Bay is one of the most photographed coves on Rhodes: a small, deep inlet near Faliraki where pine trees grow down to the rocks and the water glows emerald and turquoise. Next to it lies Ladiko Bay, a sheltered horseshoe of sand and pebbles with calm, clear water ideal for swimming.
The catamaran anchors at both bays, each for about an hour. Swim from the boat, snorkel along the rocky walls where small fish gather, or swim to the shore if you wish, since all stops are made at anchor. If you are wondering how to get to Vagies Bay without the crowds of the small beach, arriving by boat is the easiest and most beautiful way.
Afandou Beach
Afandou Beach stretches for several kilometres along the east coast below the village of the same name, a long ribbon of sand and fine pebbles backed by fields and orchards. Its open, clean water and gentle shelf make it a favourite with families, and because the beach is so long it rarely feels crowded.
On the power catamaran option, Afandou is the lunch stop. The crew serves a Mediterranean buffet with grilled chicken, pasta, potato, Greek and green salads, tzatziki, hummus, aubergine salad, olives, feta and freshly baked bread, with unlimited soft drinks, juice and water. After lunch there is time for another swim before the catamaran moves on. Halal meals are limited on Rhodes, so tell us your needs when booking and we will advise.
Kallithea Springs
Kallithea Springs is a thermal spa complex on a rocky stretch of coast south of Rhodes town. The healing springs were known in antiquity, and in 1929 a grand spa was built here with domes, colonnades, palm gardens and pebble-mosaic floors in an eastern-inspired style. Restored in the 2000s, it is now one of the most elegant sights on the island.
The catamaran anchors in the small coves below the complex for the last swim stop of the day, usually 45 minutes to an hour. The water is crystal clear, with rocks, small sea caves and plenty of fish, making it the best snorkelling spot of the cruise. Is Kallithea Springs worth visiting? Seeing its domes and colonnades from the water is a highlight before the short sail back to Mandraki.
Itinerary
- Hotel transfer by coachPickup from your chosen stop near your hotel in Rhodes town, Ixia or Ialysos.
- Boarding at Mandraki HarbourBoarding from 09:30, departure at 10:00 with a breakfast snack on board.
- Vagies BaySwim and snorkel at anchor in the pine-fringed bay, about 1 hour.
- Afandou BeachSwim stop with the Mediterranean buffet lunch, about 1 hour.
- Ladiko BaySwim in the sheltered bay, about 1 hour.
- Kallithea SpringsSnorkel in the rocky coves below the spa complex, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Return to MandrakiCruise back to Rhodes town and coach transfer to your stop, about 6 hours after departure.
What's included
- Swim stops at Vagies Bay, Ladiko Bay and Kallithea Springs
- Small-group catamaran cruise, no more than 24 guests
- Breakfast snack and fresh seasonal fruit
- Mediterranean buffet lunch with grilled chicken, salads, dips, olives and fresh bread
- Unlimited soft drinks, juice and water
- Snorkelling gear, pool noodles and life jackets
- Indoor toilets and outdoor shower
Not included
- Hotel transfer
- Towels
- Gratuities
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 0–17
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Food lovers
- Anyone who wants to see it from the water
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- You get seasick easily
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Meeting point
With the default option our coach collects you from a set stop on the main road near your hotel in Rhodes town, Ixia or Ialysos; you choose your stop when booking and we confirm the time on WhatsApp. Other options on this page let you meet the crew directly at Mandraki Harbour, where boarding starts 30 minutes before the 10:00 departure, or choose a sailing catamaran with three stops.
Important information
- Bring swimwear, a towel, a sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen; towels are not provided
- Be at your pickup stop on time; the catamaran leaves at 10:00 and cannot wait
- All swim stops are made at anchor; you can reach the shore by swimming
- Listen to the crew's announcements about departure times at each stop
- The captain may change the route or stops because of wind or sea conditions
- In April, May and October guests may be moved to a similar catamaran if numbers are low
- Halal meals are limited on Rhodes; vegetarian dishes are part of the buffet
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private cruise?
It is a shared small-group cruise with no more than 24 guests. All options on this page are shared; they differ in the type of catamaran, the number of stops and the transfer.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, the default option includes a coach transfer from set stops near hotels in Rhodes town, Ixia and Ialysos. Other options let you meet the crew at Mandraki Harbour.
How long is the cruise?
About 6 hours, departing at 10:00 from Mandraki Harbour.
What is included?
The coach transfer, the catamaran cruise with four swim stops, a breakfast snack and fresh fruit, a Mediterranean buffet lunch, unlimited soft drinks, juice and water, snorkelling gear, pool noodles, life jackets, indoor toilets and an outdoor shower.
What is the difference between the power and sailing catamaran?
The power catamaran visits four bays including Afandou Beach; the sailing catamaran visits three (Vagies Bay, Ladiko Bay and Kallithea Springs) at a more leisurely pace under sail.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person, with a lower price for children. The booking panel on this page shows the current price of each option.
Is it suitable for children or people with reduced mobility?
Children are welcome and life jackets are provided. The cruise is not suitable for people with mobility impairments, as boarding and swimming stops need some agility.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, a sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
What is the best time of year for this cruise?
From May to October. The east coast is more sheltered from the summer meltemi, and the water is warmest from July to September.
Is the lunch Halal?
Halal meals are limited on Rhodes. The buffet includes plenty of vegetarian dishes; tell us your needs when booking and we will advise.
Can I go ashore at the stops?
The catamaran stays at anchor, but you can swim to the shore at the beaches if you are a confident swimmer.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your option, date and pickup stop in the booking panel on this page. Our team confirms your booking on WhatsApp within minutes.
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