Milos Self-Drive Boat: No License Required

You take the helm of your own boat around Milos' hidden coves.

Rent the Blu Water 185 bareboat in Milos and captain your own boat around hidden beaches, sea caves and crystal-clear waters after a brief safety lesson. No license required. Choose between a half-day (5 hours) or full-day (9 hours) departure. Landing and facility fees plus parking are included.

The experience

The Blu Water 185 is a brand-new, fully equipped bareboat built for stability and easy handling. After a quick safety briefing on board, you take the helm and navigate at your own pace. There's no captain, no itinerary set by someone else. You decide where to go, how long to stay at each cove, and which sea caves to explore. The boat handles the way a beginner needs it to, which is why no license is required to rent it.

Milos' coastline is the draw: hidden beaches most visitors never reach, sea caves carved into the cliffs, and water so clear you can see straight down. You cruise past them on your schedule, drop anchor where you want to swim, and move on when you're ready. The half-day option gives you five hours on the water. The full-day stretches to nine, which opens up the farther corners of the island. Landing fees and parking are already factored in, so there's no surprise bill at the end.

Bring your own food and drinks if you want them. The boat is yours to run. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The boat works best for people with at least a moderate level of fitness. It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy.

What’s included

• Safety briefing before departure.
• landing and facility fees.
• parking.
• the fully equipped bareboat with all necessary equipment for self-operation.

Options for this experience

2 options

Half day (5 hours) self-drive09:00 and 14:30Lasts 5 hours

Full day (9 hours) self-drive10:00Lasts 9 hours

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 14:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up toStart time

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Aphrodite Boat Rentals G. P.

Is this one for you?Pick the half-day (5 hours) if you want a focused afternoon exploring nearby coves and beaches without committing your whole day. Choose the full-day (9 hours) if you're ready to reach the more remote corners of Milos' coastline and have time to linger at multiple stops.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I really need a boat license to rent the Blu Water 185?

No license is required. You'll receive a safety briefing on board before you take the helm, and the boat is designed for easy handling by first-time operators.

How much time do I actually get on the water?

The half-day option is 5 hours. The full-day is 9 hours. You choose the length when you book, depending on how far you want to explore around Milos.

What's included in the rental price?

Landing and facility fees plus parking are included. Fuel surcharge and any alcoholic beverages are not, so budget separately for those if you plan to bring drinks.

Can I anchor and swim at the beaches and coves I find?

Yes. You're in control of the boat, so you can stop at any beach or sea cave that appeals to you, stay as long as you like, and move on whenever you're ready.

What if I've never piloted a boat before?

The Blu Water 185 is built for stability and straightforward handling. The safety briefing covers what you need to know, and the boat responds predictably even if you're new to being behind the wheel on water.