Beach and water experiences
Sea Kayaking Rhodes' Pirate Coast
A hands-on paddle past sea caves and hidden coves, with lunch on the beach.
A small-group sea kayaking outing along a stretch of coast associated with old pirate routes, mixing basic kayak instruction with swim and snorkel breaks and a Greek beach picnic at Traganou.
After a short transfer from the pier, guides run through kayaking basics before the group sets out along the coastline, working past small sea caves and rock formations that are only really accessible from the water.
Swim and snorkel breaks are built in at Anthony Quinn Bay and Ladiko Bay, both known for very clear, calm water — a welcome rest between paddling stretches.
The day ends with a Greek picnic lunch at Traganou Beach, with your guides sharing background on the coastline's history and marine environment as you eat.
Highlights
- Guided kayak instruction suitable for first-timers
- Paddling past sea caves and rock formations along the coast
- Swim and snorkel breaks at Anthony Quinn Bay and Ladiko Bay
- A traditional Greek picnic lunch at Traganou Beach
What a good tour includes
- Kayak and snorkel equipment (per supplier)
- Guided instruction and small-group supervision
- Lunch at Traganou Beach
Getting there from the cruise port
Cruise ships calling at Rhodes typically berth at the Tourist Port, within a short walk of the Old Town's medieval walls for most berths, though some calls use the outer Commercial Port and a handful of tours meet a few minutes' walk from the pier rather than directly alongside it. Always confirm your exact meeting point and pickup location from your booking confirmation, since this is set per tour and can vary from ship to ship. The Old Town itself is comfortably walkable from most berths — allow 10–20 minutes — so a guide is optional if you only want the medieval quarter. Lindos, the beaches at Anthony Quinn Bay and Kallithea, and the island's mountainous interior all require coach, taxi or private transport; there is no practical walking option. Whichever excursion you choose, plan your day backwards from the ship's stated all-aboard time rather than its published departure time, and build in a buffer for Rhodes' summer traffic on the coastal road to Lindos.
Tips for cruise passengers
- The supplier requires participants to be able to kayak for up to 2.5 hours and sets a maximum weight limit of 230 lbs
- Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and all participants sign a waiver
- Bring a change of clothes for after the activity — you'll be wet from paddling and swimming
Typically not included
- Participation for children under the supplier's stated minimum age of 14
- Suitability for pregnant guests or those with back or neck injuries — the supplier excludes these guests from participating
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Operated by Shore Excursions Group · Product eurhkayak. We do not operate this tour ourselves.
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Sea Kayaking Rhodes' Pirate Coast — FAQs
Do I need kayaking experience?▼
No — the supplier includes guided instruction suitable for beginners, though you must be able to kayak continuously for up to 2.5 hours to take part.
Is there a minimum age?▼
Yes. The supplier sets a minimum participation age of 14, and guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Is lunch included?▼
Yes, per the supplier — a Greek picnic lunch is served at Traganou Beach as part of the tour.