Boat hire & yacht charter in Dodecanese, Greece

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Kursat
Kursat

Simi and Flori were wonderful. They made our day very special. Everyone in our party had a great time. Highly recommended

Ron
Ron

Had a fantastic day ,it's our second time out with Simi and a Flori,who are the best hosts ever .Our family consisted of Four adults and Three children,ages 10,10 and 6,we all had a great time and look forward to sailing with them when we return to Rhodes. Ron 64 years 10 months

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Jean-Marc
Jean-Marc
Distances between the islands are significant (between 25 and 40 minutes). The coasts of the islands are very arid.
Distances entre les îles importantes (entre 25 et 40 mn). Côtes des îles très arides.
Rhodes (City)
Jennifer
Jennifer
It was very nice and we saw the beautiful blue ocean
It was very nice and we saw the beautiful blue ocean
Kos
Hendrik
Hendrik
The island of Nisiros is a must-see.
Die Insel Nisiros muss man gesehen haben.
Rhodes (City)
Ron
Ron
Three great swimming stops which is just right
Three great swimming stops which is just right
Rhodes (City)
Ulrich
Ulrich
A very nice sailing area, great wind. However, you should be careful about cruising for several days in 5-7 Beaufort. If you really want to sail, great!
Ein sehr schönes Segelrevier, super Wind. Allerdings darf man sich scheuen bei 5-7 Beaufort mehrere Tage zu Kreuzen. Wenn man wirklich Segeln will, Top!
Kos
Gad
Gad
Excellent and safe
Excellent et sans danger
Charaki
Bernd
Bernd
Great sailing area. Rhodes, Lindos, Chalki, Simi, Nisiros and back.
Tolles Segelrevier. Rhodos, Lindos, Chalki, Simi, Nisiros und zurück.
Rhodes (City)
Christina
Christina
Fantastic and not to busy
Fantastic and not to busy
Kos

Hire a boat in the Dodecanese Islands

The Dodecanese islands are a group of Greek islands in the southeastern Aegean Sea. Consisting of twelve large islands, the rich culture and beautiful beaches and ocean make it not only a popular destination for those who want a laid-back Greek holiday, but also for those looking for a great route to explore through the popular experience of Island Hopping in Greece.

Pricing and Info on hiring in Dodecanese

Hiring a motorboat in the Dodecanese islands will average £150-£300 for the day, with a sailboat costing a similar amount on average. For a weeklong charter, sailboats will cost around £2000, while motorboats average slightly more at around £2400. However, these numbers are not fixed and are subject to change due to several factors such as the type of boat and time of year.

Boat Availability in Dodecanese

It is recommended that the best time to visit the Dodecanese Islands is during either the spring or the autumn. The weather is good, and the tourist season is during the summer months, which means you benefit from the smaller crowds as well, which means more availability and lower prices. During these months, temperatures average in the high 20s degrees Celsius, and several local festivals also fall during these months including the fest day of the Dormition of the Virgin in August. If you plan to visit during the summer, make sure you book far in advance and be aware that the Dodecanese islands are a popular tourist destination so crowds will be large.

Do I need a license to hire a boat in the Dodecanese?

The legislation for hiring a boat in the Dodecanese Islands is the same as it is for the rest of Greece, depending on what type of boat you would like to hire. If you are looking to hire a motorboat, a license is required if the boat has more than 30hp, if less, no license is needed. If would like to charter a yacht, you will need a valid license as well as a nautical CV detailing the previous boats you captained as well as the different waters you navigated. 

Overview of Dodecanese

The Dodecanese Islands are a group of incredible islands to visit, with each island offering a unique experience but also a familiarity. The number of harbours and ferry services makes visiting the islands easy, even if rather than island hopping all you are looking at is a couple of islands to visit during a day trip.

The most famous island is Rhodes, which is a centre of culture and history, with the medieval town having a story for every part of the island. The perfect place to go as a history buff, build on your knowledge of Ancient Greece while exploring the alleys and castle walls, and the attractions such as the Palace of the Grand Master and the Boulevard of the Knights. Not only is Rhodes a great place for the history-lover, but if you would rather relax on the beach then you can enjoy the shores of the island, as well as the natural beauty of areas such as the Valley of the Butterflies.

A smaller but one of the more popular Dodecanese Islands is that of Leipsoi, which is known for its authentic Greek Island experience. The beaches of Leipsoi are some of the best in Greece, with wide popular stretches of sand and clear water, as well as quiet and naturally stunning coves. The closeness to the water means Leipsoi has an array of delicious seafood to offer, such as grilled octopus and mussels, which makes Leipsoi one of the best islands to travel to, if you are looking for a laidback holiday.

For the party animals looking for a place to go, Kos is the island to explore. Not only does Kos have a great nightlife scene, full of bars, nightclubs and beach parties, but the island also has a lot to do during the day, from beaches to relax on to ruins and attractions to explore. Kos is the best of both worlds and is known for the range of water sports offered, as well as the thermal springs to relax in.

Wherever you choose to go in the Dodecanese Islands, there is no limit to things to do and explore. We recommend island hopping around the islands to get the most out of the islands, from Symi to Karpathos, you don’t want to miss out on these islands and places to adventure. With airports on six of the islands, it is an easily accessible area.

Sailing Areas around the Dodecanese

  • Leipsoi
  • Halki
  • Symi
  • Tilos
  • Patmos

Information about boat rental in Dodecanese

Number of boats: 383 Boats
Licence: With or without licence
Minimum price: 130€ / day
Type of boats: Sailboat , Catamaran , Motorboat , Luxury Yacht , RIB , Canal boat , Jet ski
Skipper: 344 boats with skipper

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