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.
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
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.
High Speed Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George Bay! (Half Day Trip)
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
Reviews
651 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lovely trip to Symi
Anne F,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great trip and really worth doing. I thought it would be really rough but it was only rough leaving the harbour. The boat has really good seats. We sat on the lower deck on our way out but the views are better from the top deck. Symi really is beautiful and well worth the effort. Only downside is it’s full of tourists! Bring swimming gear as the boat stops in a little bay on the way back for swimming off the boat.
Enjoyable day
Robyn P,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lovely trip. Symi is a lovely island. Great swimming at St George’s bay on the way back. Well organised
Don’t book this trip. Private boat was cheaper and way better.Terrible service and all information on app is wrong
Angeles D,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
1.00The meeting point of the trip given by Viator is incorrect on the app. We arrived at the wrong place and the local operator agent was rude and unfriendly. One agent ignored us while the other raising his voice in a threatening way and kept blaming us even though I had proof the error was Vaitors. After much discussion they said we could get on at the wrong place but we would have to negotiate on the island to be dropped off at the same place. The other address was very far from our cruise ship. Additionally the timing description of the tour was wrong and we would not have made our ship sail time. Two local agents ignored us and kept telling us to move out of the way. They kept asking for the boarding passes back and refused to give us any proof that we were not boarding so we videotaped them and now they complain about it. There was no way I was leaving without proof that 14 passengers were not using the tickets. Several other groups were having the same issue so be very very careful.
Fast boat trip to Symi
James I,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Worth spending a little more to get the fast boat from Rhodes to Symi. We left at 09:00 and got back at 15:00 and it took us an hour and 10 minutes, which was ideal. Plenty of room on the boat, toilets were fine. 3 hours in Symi was perfect, enough to walk around and have something to eat/drink in a couple of places. The swim stop was very nice, 30 minutes felt a little short but was refreshing. Think other boats offer an hour swim stop, but probably not worth it given how much longer the journey would take.
A magnificent excursion
JEAN M,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour is great. The city is beautiful with its colorful houses. St George's Bay is a beauty. An excursion to advise.
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