High-Speed Boat Tour to Symi Island: Explore Picturesque Towns and Swim in Clear Waters
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430 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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Louisek59
Jun 20, 2024
High speed fun - Totally worthwhile trip to Symi, free time of three hours, and 30 mins swim time on way back! The crystal clear water was exactly the perfect antidote to 33degrees of heat and sun. We wandered the streets of Symi, spent an hour at the beach (bring water shoes, the beach is stony) and still had time for a delicious lunch of local Greek fare before getting back on board for the departure. The timing 9am-3pm was perfect and punctual, we sat on upper deck on way out, lower deck on way back. There was more of a cooling breeze on top. Highly recommend this trip with Rhodes Sea Line.
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822anitaa
Jun 18, 2024
Fantastic value for money and memories made! - Fantastic trip. Staff all the way through, from checking in to off boarding were friendly and helpful. We felt safe and looked after all the way. The stop at St Georges Bay was beautiful and memorable. Value for money!
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Jacqueline_c
Jun 16, 2024
Day Trip - Absolutely loved this trip. Symi is a beautiful island. Would love to have stayed longer. Very pretty.
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Erinmckelvie
Jun 16, 2024
Great boat trip! - Great trip. Fast boat. Provided with a leaflet guide of places to visit in Symi island. Got a discount on sea sponges in the recommended shop also with a free gift! Swim stop was lovely however would have liked for it to have been for longer. Swimming noodles were provided which was great. Would have been good to have some goggles to see underwater.
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Katie_f
Jun 15, 2024
Beautiful - Absolutely fantastic! What a beautiful place and all the staff were fantastic! We ended up being late but they just rang me and said we could go to the next port which was great for us, they were so friendly and very helpful! The boat trip was amazing and the staff on the boat did a great job! Plenty of time on the island for all the sight seeing! We loved it, thank you so much!!
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Ss1rius
Jun 13, 2024
A must do if you are passing through Rhodes - Simy’s island is so cute There are very good restaurants, lots of cats and pretty colorful houses! After the visit we bathed in super clear water it was absolutely incredible
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Robertacinziap
Jun 13, 2024
A beautiful trip - The island of Simy is beautiful, the boat is clean, the staff are very kind and it only took us 1 hour to get to Simy! Then a swim in a splendid bay, with beautiful colours, it's just a shame that the water was a little dirty (plastic, oil, mucilage). Anyway, an experience I recommend!
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Kellybv5081ue
Jun 16, 2024
Quick & easy trip to beautiful symi - I booked this online whilst browsing, it cost €138 2 people from Kolympia harbour. We were staying at the atlantica imperial and the harbour was literally next door. My husband isn’t overly keen on boat trips so when I saw this I perfectt as it reduced time on boat. Unfortunately my husband had an upset tummy so I went alone. The boat arrived on time and we set off to Rhodes town harbour which took about 40 minutes. It was quite pleasant I sat up the top as less bumpy apparently. Then some people got off and loads got on. I would say it s just like a bus but on water. It then took about an hour to symi island. It was a bumpy journey at time. At no time was there any safety announcements or any kind of information. I was sat behind the captain , two of he’s mates got on and sat with him. They were chatting and the captain kept getting distracted on he’s phone as well. He came across as very unfriendly and dirty. It was 38 degrees but my arms were a tad chilly at times I took a towel so I wrapped that around me. We were given a map before we disembarked and was told what time to return by them holding up a sign as you got off. Atm was beautiful it was so hot ! I had a little wonder then had some lunch. I then paid €8 and got on the fun train which took 45 minutes and was brilliant. It stops at the top of a hill and you get 5 minutes to get off and take photos. It took 45 minutes. By then time was up. I noticed a girl on the boat alone I thought maybe we could buddy up but she dashed off before I had a chance to catch her eye. When I was having lunch I saw her make an exchange with a local man it was very discreet and looked dodgy he asked her how long she her for and I heard her say she had others but would be somewhere so he could find her. Seemed like a drug run to me and possible prosecution she looked sad only young. . It goes on everywhere I guess just wasn’t expecting that and no one would have noticed it was only that I recognised her from the boat. Back to the trip , we then stopped at a lovely bay and had about 30 minutes swim time. They had floats that they gave out but no snorkel I wish I took mine. You can leave your stuff on the boat as the crew stay on it. Like towel etc I took a change of swim wear and used the toilet to change which I’m so glad I did as again even though it reached 40 it was chilly at sea. As I was about to leave at Kolympia I quickly mentioned to a crew member about my husband ticket if it could be refunded. The captain was shouting no talking and honking the horn. I’ve never known such an unfriendly crew. I felt like he didn’t like woman either he friends were gay which I have no problem with what’s so ever but it was like he didn’t care about the day trippers just there conversations. We hit a few waves due to him not concentrating! Having said all that I enjoyed it and it was a lot quicker way to get there. Just think of it as a fast bus. I spoke to someone who got a different boat from Rhodes town and it took 2 hours. I also spoke to someone that got on there and it coast €40 pp. so you could stay in roads town after and spend evening there if you wanted. Buses are very cheap and easy. I emailed about my husband’ and I received a full refund for he’s ticket the next day!
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Finlay_m
Jun 12, 2024
Great trip out - Swimming in St George's Bay was truely amazing. Symi was a beautiful town and lots of places to eat. Not much else to do while there though.
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W126tjpetras
Jun 12, 2024
Nice trip to beautiful Symi - This trip included pick-up/drop-off service. This was well arranged. Boat trip can be a bit rough but it is definitely recommended The only point is perhaps to make free time 4 hours. If you go for lunch somewhere and want to go to the monastery, you have already run out of time
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