Fast Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George's Bay! (Only 1hr journey)
Overview
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6 hours
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The only high speed boat operating the Rhodes-Symi route which means that finally, you don't have to spend half of your day on a boat to get to Symi Island! With a late departure and only one hour journey time, this brand new boat offers an exhilarating journey and then three hours freedom to explore the island of Symi and its secrets.
Symi, Greece is one of the most picturesque and charming islands of Greece.
The most impressive spot on the island is hands down Symi port. The hill above the port is packed with crayon-like mansions which emit a fairytale-like charm.
On the way back we stop at St' Georges bay for a 30 minute swim stop where you can enjoy the breath taking view and the crystal clear waters!
IMPORTANT NOTE
The 9:00 and 11:00 departures to Symi Island stop in St Georges Bay for a 30 minute swim stop.
The 15:15 departure to Symi Island does not stop in St Georges Bay for swimming only for photos.
Check in opens 1 hour prior the departure and closes 20 minutes before.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
The 9:00 and 11:00 departures to Symi Island stop in St Georges Bay for a 30 minute swim stop.
Restroom on board
The 15:15 departure to Symi Island does not stop in St Georges Bay for swimming only for photos.
What To Expect
Symi
Enjoy 3 hours of free time exploring the Island!
Saint George Bay
A 30 minute stop at St Georges bay will take your breath away! Enjoy the magnificent view and the crystal clear waters during our swim stop.
Options
Lardos & Pefkos Option
Board from Lardos Beach : Red steps on the beach under Costa Lindia Hotel. From Pefkos a return transfer can be arranged for 10 euros per person.
Pick up From Kolymbia Harbour
Board from Kolymbia Harbour: This option is for customers who stay in Kolymbia, our boat will pick you up from the harbour at 09:25.
Pick up from Faliraki Beach
Board from Faliraki at 10:00: 1) Faliraki Harbour and the red steps on the beach of 2) Apollo blue Hotel 3) Calypso Beach 4) Esperides 5)Amada Colossos
Sunset Cruise to Symi Island
NO SWIM STOP WITH THIS OPTION: Arrive in Symi at 16:30, when all the crowds and heat have gone & return with the sunset! SOS NO SWIM STOP ON THIS OPTION SOS
High Speed Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George Bay! (Half Day Trip)
Pick up from Vlycha & Kiotari
Kiotari 09:15 & Vlycha 09:45: Pick up from the stop at Kiotari 1 and Kiotari 2 is at 09:15, and pick up from the red steps at Vlycha Beach is at 09:45.
Reviews
703 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect day trip from Rhodes
troy l,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Perfect day trip from Rhodes to an idyllic Greek island - picture postcard views. Boat trip was fast - only took an hour.
Amazing trip!
Leonardo C,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Everything great! Friendly staff, boat is very fast, Symi and St George are beautiful, time in locations more than enough. Amazing experience!
The location on the beach...
Jenny L,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00The location on the beach was difficult to navigate and I drove past the turn off a couple of times. However, the trip itself was great. Symi is beautiful and the swim stop o the return journey was an added bonus!!
Great time, Beautiful on-time whem leaving Symi.
Adamantia P,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00This boat got us there in about 1hr and 10 min. We diembarked at 1223. It was super rough so be ready. I get motion sickness but knew I needed to watch the horizon no matter where I sat. Even sitting on the end doesn't help. The staff and company was very nice and looked after those that got sick. We walked around Symi for 3hrs... got back to the location at 320...which meant we missed our ride back. My husband swore up and down they said 1530. 😫 The shopping, food and atmosphere were great. The best!! We got back to the ship where it was docked when we got here, and it was already gone. Apparently 3hrs means 2hrs 45 min. We called the Rhodes Sealine and unfortunately their 1515 boat was canceled due to weather. We walked about 1.5 miles up the port and paid €36 for a ferry ride back to Rhodes (on Blue Star Ferries) Not a bad adventure and made for an amazing trip! So be on time... they will leave you. This was completely on us. We missed the St. George Bay swim. No biggie... Rhodes has some amazing water and beaches, as well as other excursions.
Beautiful day out
Alison W,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a wonderful day symi is beautiful swimming in the sea perfect and the fast boat the Ferrari as the called it was brilliant
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