4x4 Safari South Rhodes: Off-Road Jeep Tour Small Groups

Eight hours off the main roads through southern Rhodes in a fully equipped jeep

A guided 4x4 safari through South Rhodes for small groups of up to six travelers per vehicle, traveling off-road through untouched landscapes and traditional villages. The route passes the Italian Arch Bridge, stops at Gadoura Dam and Artamitis Monastery, crosses Koufou Forest with Aegean views, and explores Castle of Monolithos before ending with traditional lunch in Monolithos village.

Step-by-step itinerary

South Rhodes 4x4 Safari adventure

• Travel off the beaten path
• Pass Italian Arch Bridge
• Stop at Gadoura Dam
• Visit Monastery of Artamitis
• Drive through Koufou Forest
• Explore Castle of Monolithos
• Enjoy traditional lunch in Monolithos

The experience

Eight hours in a fully equipped 4x4 jeep takes you through terrain most Rhodes tours skip. You travel off the beaten path through untouched landscapes and traditional villages, with stops built around what the landscape offers: the Italian Arch Bridge for its historic presence, Gadoura Dam for panoramic views, and the peaceful Monastery of Artamitis. The jeeps stay small, up to six passengers per vehicle, so the guide can move at a pace that works for the group and stop where the moment calls for it.

The route cuts through Koufou Forest, also called Jacob's Canyon, where the Aegean Sea opens up below. Then comes Castle of Monolithos, the dramatic ruin that anchors the southern coast. The day ends in Monolithos village with a traditional lunch, the kind of meal locals eat rather than what restaurants plate for tourists. Your guide speaks English or German and drives every vehicle. Hotel pickup and drop-off bookend the day so you don't arrange transport separately.

The jeeps are equipped for rough ground, and the insurance and local taxes are built into the price. Children from age three travel with an adult. The ride is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers, and anyone taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the vehicle tight.

What’s included

• Multi-language guide-driver for your vehicle.
• traditional lunch in Monolithos village.
• fully equipped 4x4 jeep.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• liability insurance and local taxes.

Information

Lasts 7h–8h, from € 135 per person, with a live guide in English and German, in groups of up to 6 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 27 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (7 to 12 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 61 private ›

Live guideEnglish and GermanOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Cretan Holidays

Is this one for you?Small groups of up to six per jeep mean the guide can adjust the pace and stops to what the group wants to see, rather than moving through a fixed schedule for a larger crowd. If you want to explore off-road without driving yourself and prefer a slower, more flexible pace than a standard tour, this format gives you both.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 12 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.

What is the Italian Arch Bridge and why is it on this route?

The Italian Arch Bridge is a historic structure you pass during the safari, one of several stops that mark the cultural and architectural heritage of South Rhodes. It sits along the route through the landscape the tour covers.

How much time do you spend at Castle of Monolithos?

Castle of Monolithos is a main stop on the route where you explore the dramatic ruins before the day ends. The itinerary builds time for you to walk the site and take in the views, though the exact duration depends on the group's pace and interests.

Does the tour include a meal, and what kind of food is it?

Yes, lunch is included and it is traditional food served in Monolithos village. This is the final stop of the day, after you leave the castle.

Can I bring my own drinks, or are they provided?

Drinks are not included in the tour, so you'll want to bring your own water and any other beverages you prefer for the eight-hour day.