Rhodes’ east coast is at its best from the water, and this private catamaran cruise gives you a full half-day of swimming, sun, and open views without sharing the boat with strangers. I especially like the private group setup and the chance to visit Anthony Quinn Bay, Afandou, and Kallithea Springs in one outing. The onboard buffet also saves you from hunting for lunch between swims.

The main consideration is the price: $2,357 for up to 10 people is a serious splurge if your group is small. Alcohol is not included, and the exact schedule can cover three or four swimming stops, so confirm the final route before you book.

Key points to know before you book

• Private catamaran for up to 10 people: The price works best when divided among a full family or friend group.
• Three or four east-coast swimming stops: The route includes Anthony Quinn Bay, Afandou, and Kallithea Springs, with Tsambika also listed as a possible stop.
• One hour at the main stops: You get real time in the water rather than quick photo pauses.
• Lunch served onboard at Afandou: Food is included, so you can eat without leaving the boat.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off included: This is useful if you are staying away from the harbor.
• Snorkeling gear and drinks provided: Bring your own towel, swimsuit, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Why a private catamaran makes sense in Rhodes

A six-hour private cruise gives you something a standard beach day cannot: several of Rhodes’ best coastal spots in one outing, with the boat itself serving as your base. You can swim, return to the deck, eat, and move on without packing up your beach bag each time.

I also like the control that comes with a private group. You are booking the boat for your own party of up to 10 people, so the day suits families, couples traveling together, and friends who want a relaxed outing rather than a crowded excursion.

The setting is the east coast of Rhodes, where sandy beaches sit beside rocky coves and the water shifts between shallow areas and deeper blue sections. From the deck, you get a broad view of the shoreline that is hard to appreciate from a single beach.

This is not a sightseeing cruise built around museums or ancient monuments. Its appeal is simple: sun, sea, swimming, food, and time with your own group. If you want to spend a summer afternoon in the water, it fits well.

Leaving Rhodes for the east coast

The day starts with Catamaran Cruises Rhodes, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The exact starting time depends on availability, so check the schedule before booking rather than assuming a fixed departure hour.

The transfer is a useful part of the package. Rhodes can involve extra planning between hotels, resort areas, and the harbor, and having transportation included makes the day easier. One past booking also involved pickup from a cruise dock, so this may be helpful if you are visiting Rhodes by ship. Confirm your pickup point when arranging the reservation.

Once onboard, you can settle into the catamaran’s deck space and enjoy the views as the boat heads along the coast. The boat is presented as a luxury yacht, but you should think of the luxury in practical terms: a private setting, room to sunbathe, food onboard, and no need to keep returning to shore.

Bring sunscreen and apply it early. The deck offers plenty of sun exposure, and a six-hour day on the water can catch you out even when the breeze feels cool.

Anthony Quinn Bay: rocky coves and clear water

Anthony Quinn Bay is scheduled as the first swimming stop, with about one hour in the water. The bay is known for its rocky setting and striking coastal views, making it one of the most memorable places on this route.

You can use the snorkeling equipment provided to look around the water near the coves. The supplied information does not promise specific marine life or underwater sights, so treat the gear as a useful extra rather than the main reason to book.

An hour is enough for a proper swim, some time with a mask and snorkel, and a return to the boat without feeling rushed. It is also a good first stop because you can ease into the day before lunch and the later swim.

The rocky character of the bay means this is not the same experience as a wide sandy beach. If you prefer soft sand and an easy shoreline, Afandou or Tsambika may suit you better. If you like clear water, coves, and dramatic coastal views, Anthony Quinn Bay is likely to be a highlight.

Afandou Beach: lunch between swims

Afandou Beach is the lunch stop and includes about an hour for eating and swimming. The route description links this part of the coast with views associated with The Guns of Navarone, adding a film connection to the coastal scenery.

Lunch is served as an onboard buffet, which I consider one of the strongest practical features of the cruise. You can eat at your own pace, then return to the water or relax on deck instead of spending part of the day looking for a restaurant.

Food and drinks are included, but alcoholic drinks are not. The wording about included drinks does not specify a full drinks menu, so if a beer, wine, or cocktail matters to you, plan to pay extra or ask the operator what is available.

Afandou gives the day a useful change of pace. Anthony Quinn Bay offers a rocky cove feel, while Afandou brings a beach setting and a lunch break. You get both scenery and a more traditional swimming stop without leaving the cruise.

Kallithea Springs and the final swim

Kallithea Springs is the third listed stop, again with about one hour for swimming. The coast here adds another visual change, with rocky edges and clear water around the bay.

The name refers to the Kallithea Springs area, but the information provided focuses on swimming rather than a guided visit to the springs or their architecture. Do not book this as a historical tour. The purpose of the stop is time in the sea.

By this point, the warm Rhodes sun and repeated swims will make a quiet hour on the deck appealing. You can use the catamaran as a comfortable place to dry off, eat a little more, and watch the shoreline before returning to port.

The route is also described as including three or four swimming stops, and Tsambika Beach is highlighted as another possible destination. The detailed schedule lists Anthony Quinn Bay, Afandou Beach, and Kallithea Springs, so the exact combination may vary. If Tsambika is important to you, confirm whether it will be included on your sailing.

Tsambika Beach: a possible fourth stop

Tsambika is presented as an additional beach option, with crystal-clear water and a sandy setting. It can make the day appealing to people who want more variety than rocky bays alone provide.

The available details do not state how long the boat stays at Tsambika or whether it replaces one of the three listed stops. That matters because six hours is fixed. A fourth stop may mean shorter visits, a different route, or a schedule adjusted to conditions.

I would ask two simple questions before booking: Which three or four stops are planned for my date, and how much time is allowed at each one? That small check will help you match the cruise to your priorities.

If you mainly want the famous coves, the three-stop plan may be enough. If sandy beach time matters most, ask specifically about Tsambika and Afandou.

Food, drinks, and comfort onboard

The cruise includes an onboard buffet, which is served during the Afandou portion of the day. This is a better arrangement than a rushed shore lunch because the meal fits naturally between swims and keeps the group together.

Drinks are included, though alcohol is specifically excluded. The practical reading is that you can expect included refreshments, but you should not assume wine or beer is part of the price.

The catamaran provides a place to sunbathe and take in the sea views between stops. I would bring a cover-up or light clothing for the ride back, as well as a towel. Towels are not listed among the inclusions, so you need to bring your own.

Pack lightly but prepare for a full day outside:

• Swimsuit
• Towel
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Any personal items you need between swims

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own mask and snorkel unless you prefer using familiar gear.

What the $2,357 price really means

The listed rate is $2,357 per private group of up to 10 people. At the maximum group size, that works out to about $235.70 per person. For 10 people who value privacy, hotel transport, lunch, drinks, and a six-hour boat day, the cost becomes easier to justify.

For a group of five, the same price works out to about $471.40 per person. For two people, it becomes a major luxury purchase. The experience is not designed as the cheapest way to reach Rhodes’ beaches. You are paying for exclusive use of the catamaran and the convenience of having the day organized around your own party.

I would compare it with the cost of separate transport, beach spending, lunch, snorkeling equipment, and a shared boat trip. Even then, the private cruise will not be the budget choice. Its value is strongest when you have a full group and want one polished half-day rather than several separate arrangements.

The price also buys flexibility in atmosphere. You can relax with people you know, spread out on the deck, and enjoy the route without adapting to a large mixed group. That can matter a great deal for a family celebration or a group holiday.

Who will enjoy this cruise most

This outing suits you if your ideal Rhodes day involves swimming more than sightseeing. It is especially well matched to:

• Families who want transport, food, and equipment handled in one booking
• Friends splitting the private boat cost
• Couples traveling with several other couples
• Cruise passengers who want a full coastal outing from the dock
• Visitors who prefer coves and sea views to organized beach facilities
• People comfortable spending six hours in strong sun and salt water

It may not suit you if you want extensive time on land, a historical guide, or a low-cost beach transfer. The English-speaking host or greeter provides the operating language, but this is not described as a detailed guided tour of Rhodes’ history.

You should also think about your group’s swimming preferences. The route includes sandy beaches and rocky coves, shallow and deeper water, so it offers variety but not one uniform beach experience.

What past bookings tell you about the service

The strongest pattern is the crew’s friendly, accommodating approach and the quality of the day as a private outing. A family sailing on a catamaran called Boss particularly valued having its own yacht for half a day, swimming at attractive beaches, and eating lunch onboard.

The meal also receives specific praise. One booking described the lunch as very good, while another highlighted the friendly staff and the convenient pickup from a cruise dock. Those details point to the parts of the experience that matter most: smooth handling, a pleasant crew, and a lunch that feels like part of the outing rather than an afterthought.

The published rating is 5 out of 5 from four verified bookings. That is an excellent signal, but it is also a small sample. I would treat it as encouraging evidence of a good experience, not as a guarantee that every sailing will be identical.

Booking flexibility and simple planning tips

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you hold the plan without paying immediately. Those terms are useful when your Rhodes schedule is still shifting.

Check availability for the departure time, confirm your hotel or cruise-dock pickup, and ask about the exact three or four-stop route. Also clarify the drinks arrangement if alcoholic beverages are important to your group.

Weather and sea conditions can affect how comfortable you feel on a catamaran, although no specific weather policy is provided here. If anyone in your group is prone to motion sickness, bring whatever personal remedy you normally use. That is general preparation rather than a stated feature of the cruise, but six hours on open water is worth taking seriously.

Should you book the private Rhodes catamaran?

I would book this cruise for a group of six to 10 people that wants a special beach day with minimal planning. The private boat, hotel transfers, included lunch, snorkeling gear, and several swimming stops create a well-rounded package, and the crew’s friendly service is a clear strength.

I would pause if you are traveling as only one or two people, since the group price becomes hard to defend. I would also ask about the exact route before paying, especially if Tsambika is a must.

For the right group, this is less about checking off every sight in Rhodes and more about giving one summer day to the sea. If that sounds like your kind of holiday, the price can make sense.

FAQ

How long is the private catamaran cruise?

The cruise lasts six hours.

How many people can join the private group?

The price covers a private group of up to 10 people.

Which beaches and bays are visited?

The route includes Anthony Quinn Bay, Afandou Beach, and Kallithea Springs. Tsambika Beach is also listed as a possible fourth swimming stop.

How long do you stay at each swimming stop?

The stated schedule allows about one hour at Anthony Quinn Bay, one hour at Afandou Beach, and one hour at Kallithea Springs.

Is lunch included?

Yes. An onboard buffet lunch is included and is served during the Afandou Beach portion of the cruise.

Are drinks included?

Food and drinks are included, but alcoholic drinks are not included.

Is hotel transportation provided?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included.

What should you bring?

Bring sunglasses, swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.

What language is used on the cruise?

The host or greeter speaks English.

Can you cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.