Private Boat Rental in Milos: 5m Vessel, No License Required

Pilot your own boat to Milos's hidden beaches and snorkel in waters no tour reaches.

Rent a private 5-meter boat in Milos (Agia Kiriaki) with a 40 hp four-stroke engine and auxiliary motor. No boating license is required from you, and the vessel accommodates up to five people. Choose a half-day or full-day rental and navigate to any beach on the island, snorkel in the surrounding waters, or simply anchor and swim. Bottled water is included. Gasoline is charged separately based on consumption, and a skipper is available as an optional add-on at checkout.

The experience

The boat is a 2022/2023 model, 5 meters long and 2 meters wide, built to handle Milos's coastline without requiring you to hold a boating permit. The 40 hp engine and 6 hp auxiliary motor give you enough power to reach the island's lesser-known beaches and coves in a single outing: places car-bound visitors never see. You steer the vessel yourself. The rental company's trained staff brief you on operation and safety before you cast off, so even first-time boat handlers leave the dock confident.

Half-day and full-day options let you match the rental to your schedule. A half-day gives you time to explore a cluster of nearby beaches and try snorkeling. A full day opens up the farther coves and lets you linger at whichever spot suits you. Bottled water comes with the rental. Gasoline is metered and billed separately (you pay only for what you burn), so the cost depends on how far you roam and how long the engine runs. If you'd rather have someone else handle navigation and the helm, a skipper can be added at checkout. Without one, the boat and the freedom to go where you choose are yours alone.

Milos's beaches range from golden sand to dramatic rock formations and volcanic cliffs. The snorkeling is strong in the shallows and around the island's edges. The rental company's staff can point you toward the best spots for the conditions on your day, but the route and the stops are entirely yours to decide. Bring sunscreen, a hat and a towel. The boat carries no shade except what you bring.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• a 5-meter private boat with 40 hp four-stroke engine and 6 hp auxiliary motor.
• safety briefing and operational guidance from trained staff.
• access to any beach and snorkeling spot around Milos.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private boat rental for a half dayGuide in English or Greek · 09:00 and 14:00Lasts 5 hours: Eldoris private half-day boat rental

Boat rental for a full dayGuide in English or Greek · 10:00Lasts 9 hours: Eldoris full-day boat rental

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 14:00

Book up to1h before

Live guideEnglish and Greek

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 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by ELDORIS Boat Rental Milos

Is this one for you?The half-day option suits a quick coastal escape or a first taste of independent boating. The full-day rental is built for travelers who want to island-hop between Milos's most remote beaches without the pace or the crowds of a guided tour. Piloting the boat yourself means you set the itinerary and the stops: no schedule, no group, no compromise on where you anchor.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

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 need a boating license to rent the boat in Milos?

No license is required. The rental company's trained staff will brief you on safe operation and handling before you depart, so you can take the helm even if you've never piloted a boat before.

What's included in the boat rental, and what costs extra?

Bottled water is included with every rental. Gasoline is charged separately based on the amount you consume during your time on the water. A skipper service is available as an optional add-on if you prefer not to pilot the boat yourself.

How many people can fit in the 5-meter boat?

The boat accommodates up to five people comfortably, with a width of 2 meters and a 40 hp engine plus a 6 hp auxiliary motor for maneuverability in Milos's coastal waters.

Can I snorkel from the boat, and are there good snorkeling spots around Milos?

Yes, snorkeling is part of the rental experience. You can anchor at any beach or cove and swim or snorkel in the surrounding waters. The rental staff can suggest the best spots based on conditions and your interests.

What's the difference between the half-day and full-day rental options?

A half-day rental gives you time to explore nearby beaches and snorkel close to your starting point. A full-day rental extends your range, letting you reach the island's farther coves and spend more time at whichever beaches appeal to you most.