High-Speed Boat Tour to Symi Island: Explore Picturesque Towns and Swim in Clear Waters
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389 Ratings
Rodos
Experience the thrill of a high-speed boat tour to Symi Island, Greece. Explore picturesque towns, marvel at the charming Symi port, and swim in crystal clear waters. Book now!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Symi - Enjoy 3 hours of free time exploring the Island!
  • Saint George Bay - A 30 minute stop at St Georges bay will take your breath away! Enjoy the magnificent view and the crystal clear waters during our swim stop.
What's Included
  • On-board restrooms
Additional Information

This is the only fast boat service on the Rhodes-Symi route, meaning you no longer have to devote half your day to reach Symi Island by boat! The departure is conveniently set at 10:00 AM and the journey only lasts an hour, made all the more thrilling by this brand new vessel. Upon arrival, you have three hours at your disposal to discover the hidden gems of Symi Island.

Symi, located in Greece, is undoubtedly among the country’s most scenic and enchanting islands.

Symi port steals the spotlight as the island’s most striking attraction. Crayon-like houses densely populate the hill above the harbor, radiating an allure reminiscent of a storybook. Plus, astonishing views of the Aegean Sea are accessible from any point in the town. The port’s singular ambiance is sure to enchant you!

En route to Rhodes, we pause at St’ Georges bay for a half-hour swimming break. You can soak in the captivating vista and the pristine waters!

Location
Rhodes Sea Lines
Platia Eleftherias
The boat is located exactly opposite the national bank of Greece in Rhodes Harbour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Escape68202508173
Apr 11, 2024
A must in Rhodes - Truly Amazing experience! The boat ride was great, symi was unbelievable as well. George's bay is one of the best I've ever seen
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Gd233adfasdf
Apr 9, 2024
Beautiful scenery and friendly crew - Symi is worth the visit and very pretty, albeit very touristy. (If you don't like shopping or Greek food then maybe the 3 Hour stop would be tedious). and the swim stop in a dramatic cove with sheer sides was fun, albeit water quite cold in April.
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Ashley_j
Apr 9, 2024
Great experience - Efficient service, friendly yet not intense crew (important). Prepped passengers well for it being choppy. Symi and St George bay were absolutely beautiful.
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Rachs355
Apr 4, 2024
Wonderful experience! - Fabulous trip from start to finish. Highly recommend for the sights and the sea air. Symi is a beautiful island something you can’t imagine well worth it. The highlight for us was the swing in the bay. So beautiful and felt so peaceful and idyllic. Dreams come true! Thank you to the trip providers. We’ll run and organised, easy to manage, really enjoyed the boat ride!
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Nicoco298
Mar 15, 2024
The best value for money to go to Symi and what a time saver - You won't find a faster way to Symi than this boat. He comes to pick you up directly from the beach of your hotel and then once off the coast of Rhodes when he puts on the gas it sends...The visit to Symi is an obligatory visit if you go to Rhodes but do it with the Fast Boat brings a higher dimension. First for the sensations, then for the time saving and the icing on the cake is the swimming stop in the breathtakingly magnificent bay of Saint George.
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Luisaff8580nr
Feb 2, 2024
Trip to Manabí and its surroundings - An incredible trip with the travel operator Guanguiltagua Expeditions, good professionalism; in every sense. I went to Crucita beach, Pedernales, Manta, I was able to appreciate the moon at night with a unique sunset, the sound of the sea in front of the inn where I stayed. The service and advice of Dennis Yépez, regarding visiting places, was very pleasant, I was able to see places that I had not been able to see alone; But with the help of the agency it was a magnificent experience and I would travel again with Guanguiltagua Expeditions, a very professional company. Thank you Dennis Yépez, an excellent guide, and his company for giving me the pleasure of having a very pleasant trip and being able to visit several places.
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Travelbugvietnam
Nov 29, 2023
A great day trip from Rhodes - I got the fast red boat operated by Rhodes Sea Lines to the island of Symi. It took an hour and at times we sped past the Turkish coast. We had three hours to walk around the pretty harbour town in Symi and have a great seafood lunch. On the return journey we stopped at St George’s Bay where you had half an hour to swim in the clean clear water. It was a great day out.
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Ashleygi2563av
Nov 11, 2023
A highlight of our holiday - My husband and I loved this trip. It was easy to book online while we were away, and the tour operator were really responsive via online chat. The meeting point was easy to find at Mandraki Harbour, and the staff were friendly and helpful. We were a little early, so we asked where was good for coffee and we were directed to Gregory's a few mins walk away (also great!). The boat itself is modern and clean. Communication about departure and pick up was clear. You're able to leave belongings on the boat while you get off if you want. Our stop off at St George's Bay was brought forward and we were told just as we set off. This was because of the sun direction later in the day - if we'd have gone after Symi, the sun would have been behind the cliffs and not such a nice experience - so bear this in mind in case the same happens on your trip. I had worn my swimming costume under an easy to get on and off day dress, and kept my head out of the water - so still felt relatively fresh for the Symi visit. The swim stop was lovely, we had 30 mins to climb off and swim before getting back on. The steps off are sturdy and deep, so it was relatively easy. They also have flotation devices if you need them. The sea was really warm and crystal clear and we saw the famous goats on the shore. Most people got off he boat on our tour, but you don't have to. There are two toilets onboard to get changed in after. It was all quite hassle free which I was pleasantly surprised at. The crossings were all smooth with no bobbing about - I'm terrified of deep sea and waves / boats but I was absolutely fine on this. The sea is so calm and clear. Symi itself is just beautiful, a pastel postcard come to life. It did seem hotter there though, so take extra sun cream and a hat. The captain reccomended we walk all the way to the other side of the harbour to try Kaboe for food and he was right - nice tapas by the harbour side and in the shade. The only downside of the tour was the slim line bucket seats on the boat - they are very narrow and deep, so if you have a wide backside like me, it's really uncomfortable. Every boat in the harbour looked like it had the same type of seat though, so no way to get around this. The trip was still 100% worth it and we'd do it again.
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Chrisbd666rs
Oct 28, 2023
Boating on the broads. - Brilliant service. Friendly staff. Free toilets and showers. First-class new cafe. Boats are not new but there is everything you need on-board. Highly recommended for wildlife and chilled cruising.
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Gareth_g
Apr 8, 2024
Fast boat to Symi for a beautiful day out on an exceptional Greek island! - Fast boat to Symi was a great day!! The island is beautiful with architecture like nowhere else in Greece. We only wish that the boat crew had given us a little more guidance about what to see once on the island. we didn't know that you could visit the monastery, so we missed it.
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