Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Kallithea & Traganou Bays Boat Trip

Summary

Swim and sunbathe in Rhodes’ emerald bays with buffet lunch

You’ll board in Rhodes Town for a relaxed boat trip stopping at Kallithea, Traganou, and Anthony Quinn Bays—swimming in emerald water, lounging on bean bags, sharing laughs over lunch with locals nearby. Expect an easy pace with music playing softly and plenty of time for snorkeling or just floating under the sun.

What’s the experience like?

We stepped onto the boat in Rhodes Town just as the sun was warming up the deck — not too crowded, which I liked. Our guide, Eleni, greeted everyone by name (or tried to; she laughed when she called me “Mr. John” instead of just John). The water already looked inviting before we even left the harbor. Someone played music quietly near the bow — not too loud, just enough to feel like summer had actually started.

Kallithea Bay was our first stop. I slid into the water and instantly felt that cool shock you only get in Greece — salty and clear, with little silver fish darting around. Eleni handed out snorkeling gear and pointed to where the rocks dropped off; I could see kids trying to spot sea urchins. The air smelled faintly of sunscreen and grilled bread from somewhere on deck. We had about an hour here but honestly it felt shorter because I kept getting distracted by how green the water was. I lost track of time lying back on one of those bean bags (they’re surprisingly comfortable) and listening to people chatting in Greek nearby.

Traganou Bay came next — more pebbles underfoot this time, and caves along the shore if you swam out a bit. Lunch was served right after: simple buffet stuff, but the feta tasted like it came from someone’s backyard goat (maybe wishful thinking). There was a moment when everyone went quiet except for forks clinking against plates — just hungry or maybe just soaking it all in? Hard to say. Anthony Quinn Bay was our last swim; it’s smaller but somehow feels private even with other boats nearby. I tried to pronounce its Greek name (“Vayia tou Antoni”) and got a few polite smiles from the crew.

The ride back felt slower — maybe because nobody wanted it to end yet. My skin still smelled like salt hours later, which always reminds me of good days by the sea. If you’re after a day trip from Rhodes that’s mostly about swimming, sunbathing, and not worrying about anything else (with food included), this is probably it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat trip to Rhodes bays

• Depart from Rhodes Harbor
• Swim and snorkel at Kallithea Bay
• Swim and snorkel at Traganou Bay
• Enjoy buffet lunch on board
• Swim and snorkel at Anthony Quinn's Bay
• Return to Rhodes Harbor

Top questions

How long does the boat trip last?

The tour departs around 10:00 am from Rhodes Town harbor and returns by about 4:00 pm.

Are food and drinks included on this Rhodes boat trip?

Yes, a buffet lunch and drinks are included during your day trip to Anthony Quinn, Kallithea & Traganou Bays.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Snorkeling gear is available for guests at each bay stop during the tour.

Where does the boat depart from?

The boat leaves from the main harbor in Rhodes Town.

How much time do we spend at each bay?

The boat anchors for about one hour at each cove for swimming and relaxing.

Is this tour suitable for beginners or families?

Yes, it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels and families are welcome.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the departure point in Rhodes Town.

What’s included

Your day includes departure from Rhodes Town harbor with stops at Kallithea Bay, Traganou Bay, and Anthony Quinn Bay for swimming or snorkeling (equipment provided), plus a buffet lunch with drinks—all handled by a friendly local crew before returning mid-afternoon.