Rhodes: Luxury RIB All-Inclusive Swimming Cruise to 3 Bays

Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko Bay, and Kallithea Springs make a strong three-stop route for a short day on the water. I like the 45-minute swim breaks, which give you time to enjoy each place without turning the cruise into a rushed photo stop. I also like the unlimited drinks, snacks, and music, which make the ride feel more like a private outing than simple transportation.

The main drawback is the price: $1,532 per group of up to eight is a serious spend if you are traveling with only two or three people. The three-hour schedule is efficient, but you should not expect a full-day cruise or long visits ashore.

Key points to know before booking

• Three named swimming stops: Spend about 45 minutes at Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko Bay, and Kallithea Springs.
• Best value for a full group: The price covers up to eight people, so the per-person cost falls sharply when the boat is full.
• Open bar included: Help yourself to unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks during the cruise.
• Ladiko includes snacks: After swimming and exploring the underwater cliff, you return to the boat for light food.
• A private-group feel: The activity is listed for a private group, with room for up to eight people.
• Strong guide feedback: Captains Hristos and James are specifically praised for their friendly service and useful information.

Three Rhodes bays in three hours

This cruise is built around a simple idea: see several of Rhodes’ best-known coastal swimming spots without spending a whole day at sea. The luxury RIB speedboat carries you between the bays quickly, leaving most of the three hours for swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the boat.

Each swimming stop is planned for about 45 minutes. That is long enough to get in the water, look around with a mask, and settle into the scenery, but short enough to keep the route moving.

I like this format for a port stop or a busy Rhodes itinerary. You can fit in three distinct coastal settings and still have much of the day available for other plans. If you want several hours at one quiet cove, this is not the right outing.

The boat is described as a private group experience for up to eight people. That matters because the feel of a small boat is very different from a large excursion vessel. You can spend more time sitting where you like, listening to the music, and using the drinks without dealing with a crowded deck.

Anthony Quinn Bay: the first swim stop

Anthony Quinn Bay is the opening stop, with about 45 minutes to swim, snorkel, or stay aboard. The bay is presented as the most picturesque stop on the route, and the cruise gives you time to appreciate it from the water rather than only from a roadside viewpoint.

The underwater life is part of the appeal here. If you bring or have access to snorkeling equipment, this is the place to use it, though the supplied details do not say that equipment is provided. You can also remain on the boat and enjoy the view with a cold drink.

Starting with Anthony Quinn Bay works well. You get a scenic first stop before settling into the rhythm of the cruise. The open bar is available during the outing, so you can choose between a swim and a relaxed hour on deck without needing to arrange anything separately.

The practical limit is the clock. Forty-five minutes passes quickly once you allow time to get ready, enter the water, and return to the boat. I would treat this as a chance to sample the bay, not as enough time for a long snorkeling session.

Ladiko Bay: swimming, underwater rock, and snacks

The second stop is Ladiko Bay. Here, the main activity is swimming and exploring an underwater cliff before returning to the boat for light snacks.

This stop gives the cruise a different feel from the first bay. Rather than simply repeating the same swim, you have a particular underwater feature to look for. The wording does not promise a guided snorkel or a formal marine-life tour, so you should expect to explore at your own pace.

Ladiko is also the natural snack break. After getting back aboard, you can eat something light while the boat remains in the peaceful gulf. That small detail matters on a three-hour cruise, since swimming and sun can make you hungry well before the day is over.

I would bring sunscreen and apply it before boarding, then reapply during the trip as needed. Sunscreen is the only item specifically listed as something to bring, but you may also want to think about whatever personal swim items you normally use. The supplied information does not list towels, snorkeling gear, or other equipment as included, so confirm those details before departure if they matter to you.

Kallithea Springs: the final 45-minute swim

The last swim stop is Kallithea Springs. You get another 45 minutes to enter the water and cool off before heading back toward Rhodes.

This final stop is useful because it gives you one more proper swim rather than ending the outing with a simple boat ride. By this point, you have already visited two bays, so Kallithea Springs completes the three-part route without requiring a long stay at any one place.

The description focuses on swimming at Kallithea Springs rather than a detailed visit to the spring complex on land. That distinction is important. You should expect a water stop from the boat, not a full sightseeing visit through the springs or a long shore excursion.

Because this is the final stop, keep an eye on the return time. The schedule needs to allow for everyone to get back aboard and for the boat to head to Rhodes. It is a relaxed cruise, but it is still a timed three-hour activity.

What the luxury RIB adds

The RIB is the heart of the experience. A speedboat lets the group move between the bays far faster than a slow sightseeing boat, which is why three stops fit into a short outing.

You also get an open-air ride between the swim stops. The music system adds a social, holiday feel, while the open bar means you do not need to buy drinks at each stop. Unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks are included, and ice-cold drinks are specifically part of the offering.

That setup is particularly useful for a group celebrating a special day or sharing a cruise with friends. You can swim when you want, sit back when you want, and keep the outing informal. The boat is not just a way to reach the bays. It is part of what you are paying for.

Still, luxury does not mean unlimited space or unlimited time. Up to eight people can share the group booking, and each bay receives a set stop. If your group enjoys long swims, quiet reading, or extended snorkeling, you may find the schedule too compact.

The guides and the feel on board

The listed guide languages are English, Greek, German, French, and Dutch. That gives mixed-language groups a useful amount of flexibility, though you should check language availability for your chosen departure.

Two captains are specifically associated with the experience. Hristos is described as friendly and well informed about the area, while James is praised for being helpful and informative. Those details matter on a small boat, where the captain shapes much of the day.

A good captain can make the route feel flexible while still keeping the timing under control. In one especially favorable account, James added two extra bays when the sea was calm and conditions allowed. You should not book expecting five bays every time, but this suggests the route may adapt when the sea and schedule permit.

The important point is that extra stops are not guaranteed. The advertised plan is three bays, and that is the route you should use when deciding if the cruise offers enough value.

Price and who gets the best value

The price is $1,532 per group of up to eight. At full capacity, that works out to about $192 per person. For four people, it is about $383 each, and for two people, about $766 each.

That calculation changes the decision. For a full group, the price buys a private luxury boat, three swimming stops, a captain, snacks, music, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. The package can make sense for friends or family who want privacy and a high level of convenience.

For a couple or a small group, the cost is much harder to justify. You are paying the group rate even when you do not fill all eight places. If your priority is simply swimming in Rhodes, a less expensive shared boat may be a better fit.

The strongest value comes from combining several needs in one booking: a private boat, a short schedule, multiple bays, an open bar, and a small group. Remove those priorities and the price becomes less attractive.

The listing also refers to private or non-private options, while the activity details identify the group type as private. I would confirm the exact boat arrangement at booking, especially if privacy is central to your decision.

Who should book this cruise

I would point this cruise toward groups of friends, families, and cruise-ship visitors with only a few hours available in Rhodes. The short route is especially useful when you want to see several bays without committing a full day.

It also suits people who care about the boat experience itself. Music, drinks, snacks, and a luxury speedboat create a more festive outing than a basic transfer to a beach.

The cruise is less suitable if you want a quiet nature trip with long periods in one cove. It may also disappoint anyone expecting a detailed land tour of Kallithea Springs, since the experience centers on swimming stops from the boat.

Strong swimmers and casual swimmers can both enjoy the format because you can swim or stay aboard at Anthony Quinn Bay. The supplied information does not describe accessibility arrangements, swimming aids, or equipment hire, so ask the provider directly if anyone in your group has specific mobility or water-access needs.

Timing, cancellation, and simple planning tips

The cruise lasts three hours, with starting times available according to the date you choose. The timing makes it easy to fit around a wider Rhodes itinerary, but you should allow enough breathing room before another fixed booking.

Bring sunscreen. You should also check what personal items you want for a swim, since the supplied details only specifically include sunscreen as a recommended item and do not confirm towels or snorkeling equipment.

The cruise includes the boat, swim stops, open bar, snacks, and music. It does not list meals beyond light snacks, so do not treat it as a full lunch cruise.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps payment flexible. Those terms are useful if your Rhodes plans may change, but check the final booking conditions before you confirm.

Should you book it?

Book this cruise if you can fill most of the eight seats and want a polished, social way to visit three Rhodes bays in a single morning or afternoon. The combination of a fast RIB, three 45-minute swims, an open bar, snacks, and guides such as Hristos or James gives the outing a clear purpose and a strong holiday feel.

Think twice if you are traveling as only one or two people, or if you want a slow day based around one beach. The price is the key question. With a full group, it can be a practical private charter. With a small group, it is a luxury splurge, not a bargain.

FAQ

How long is the Rhodes swimming cruise?

The cruise lasts three hours.

Which bays does the cruise visit?

The planned route includes Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko Bay, and Kallithea Springs.

How long do you stop at each bay?

The first stop at Anthony Quinn Bay lasts about 45 minutes, and the third stop at Kallithea Springs also lasts about 45 minutes. The supplied details describe the Ladiko Bay visit as a swim stop with snacks but do not give its exact duration.

Are drinks included?

Yes. The cruise includes unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks.

Is food included?

Light snacks are included, served after the swim and underwater exploration at Ladiko Bay.

How many people can join the private group?

The price covers a group of up to eight people.