Rhodes swimming cruise: Anthony Quinn Bay & lunch

Three bays, one boat, everything arranged

An all-inclusive swimming cruise from Rhodes visits Anthony Quinn Bay, Traganou Bay, and Kallithea Springs with a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup from multiple zones, traditional Greek lunch, unlimited local wine and soft drinks, and complimentary snorkeling equipment. The boat departs from Mandraki Harbor and spends the day anchored at each bay for swimming and snorkeling; the schedule and meals are set, so the day holds together without anyone building it.

The Experience

What do you pack when the boat brings lunch, wine, and snorkeling gear? The cruise leaves Mandraki Harbor in Rhodes Town and heads to three stops on the east coast, each chosen for a different reason. Anthony Quinn Bay is the deepest emerald-green water and the best fish-watching in the Dodecanese — you anchor there and use the snorkeling equipment to explore underwater rock formations. Traganou Bay comes next, famous for its sea caves and dramatic rock formations; the visibility is high enough for underwater photography. Kallithea Springs, the final stop, sits in shallow calm water and frames the Italian-designed rotunda on shore, a relic of the spa's heyday.

The boat carries a traditional Greek lunch — moussaka, gemista (tomato and rice stuffed peppers), Greek salad, and a vegetarian option — served while you are anchored. Unlimited local wine and soft drinks flow all day; beer is available at the bar for a separate charge. The guide speaks English and moves through the group at each stop. Shaded decks let you rest between swims, and floating noodles are on board if you want them.

Hotel pickup is included from Faliraki, Ialyssos, Ixia, Kolymbia, Lindos, Pefkos, Lardos, Gennadi, Theologos, Rhodes Town, Kiotari, Genadi, Fanes, Lachania, and Plimmiri — check which zone covers your accommodation when you book. The cruise runs 6 hours total. Public transport to Mandraki Harbor is available if you are staying outside the pickup zones.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from your zone.
• traditional Greek lunch with vegetarian option.
• unlimited local wine and soft drinks all day.
• complimentary snorkeling equipment and floating noodles.
• shaded deck space.
• English-speaking guide.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Half Price Tours

Is this one for you?Book this cruise if you want a full day on the water without arranging transport, meals, or gear yourself — the boat handles all three, so you arrive at the harbor and swim.

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Top questions

What is Anthony Quinn Bay like for snorkeling?

Anthony Quinn Bay has deep emerald-green water and is considered the best spot for fish-watching in the Dodecanese. You anchor in the heart of the bay and use complimentary snorkeling gear to explore underwater rock formations.

Is lunch included, and what if I'm vegetarian?

Traditional Greek lunch is included for everyone. The menu offers moussaka, gemista (tomato and rice stuffed peppers), and Greek salad, with a vegetarian version of the gemista available.

How much wine and drinks can I have?

Local wine and soft drinks are unlimited throughout the 6-hour cruise. Beer is available at the bar but costs extra.

Does the tour pick up from my hotel?

Hotel pickup is included from multiple zones: Faliraki, Ialyssos, Ixia, Kolymbia, Lindos, Pefkos, Lardos, Gennadi, Theologos, Rhodes Town, Kiotari, Genadi, Fanes, Lachania, and Plimmiri. Confirm your area when you book; if you are outside these zones, public transport to Mandraki Harbor is available.

What equipment do I need to bring?

Snorkeling gear, floating noodles, and towels are provided. Bring sunscreen, a swimsuit, and a cover-up; the boat has shaded decks but sun exposure is unavoidable on a full-day water tour.

Is there a guide, and what language do they speak?

A live guide in English is included and moves through the group at each bay to answer questions and point out features.