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Outdoor & Sport Activities in Rhodes

Outdoor & Sport Activities in Rhodes

The stunning Greek island of Rhodes, recognized for its rich history and unspoiled beaches, also provides a wide range of outdoor activities for thrill-seekers and environment lovers. Rhodes boasts tours for everyone looking for an outdoor adventure, from exhilarating water sports to relaxing treks.

Adventurous and sporting activities include kayaking, jet boating, windsurfing and horseback riding, and visitors can experience the island's rocky shoreline, green valleys, and charming settlements. Rhodes is a great place to visit if you want to be active and immerse yourself in nature thanks to its gorgeous natural scenery and pleasant climate.

So whether you are an adrenaline addict or just trying to connect with nature, here are some of the best outdoor activities in Rhodes.

Boat Tours

A boat tour around Rhodes is the best way to see all the hidden treasures the island holds along its coast. Explore the crystal clear water by boat and visit idyllic beaches to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Greek Isles. The island’s ideal location also makes it easy to take boat tours to nearby islands like Symi, or even go further afield to the Azure coast of Turkey.

Kayaking

Kayaking tours in the surrounding Mediterranean sea is a relaxing and eco-friendly way to explore the Greek island of Rhodes. In addition to soaking up the sun and admiring the picturesque vistas of the island's craggy coastline, kayakers can discover secret coves, caverns, and isolated beaches.

You will learn about the island's rich history, marine life, and distinctive ecosystems with knowledgeable guides leading the way, making it an immersive and educational experience.

Jet Boat

For thrill-seekers and fans of water sports, jet boat tours from the Greek island of Rhodes provide an exhilarating experience.

These powerful jet boats are more than a an adrenaline rush, they also take you to nearby islands like Symi, Kyotari and Lardos. Along the way, you are spoiled with breathtaking coastal scenery, which includes secluded coves, rugged cliffs, and immaculate beaches.

Snorkeling

The crystalline waters of the sea around Rhodes are teeming with life, making it the perfect spot for a snorkeling tour.

The calm Mediterranean is ideal for first-time snorkelers, but experienced adventurers will love the rugged outcrops around the island. Take a stand-up paddle board to deeper waters, or hire a private yacht for a sumptuous all-day snorkeling extravaganza.

Jeep Tours

Rhodes is the largest island in the Dodecanese archipelago and a jeep tour is an excellent way to explore the many corners of the island.

Hear roaring engines as they climb rocky hills through cypress forests in search of rumbling waterfalls and remote villages. It's an adrenaline-filled tour, but also one that will show you the many faces of this wonderful island.

Hiking

The landscape on Rhodes is not a one-trick pony, and several fabulous hiking excursions will keep you busy from sunrise to sunset.

Conquer the summit of Akramitis or witness a magical sunrise from Monolithos Castle, or sunset from Profitis Ilias. Outdoor enthusiasts can also look for combo tours that bring hiking and water activities together in a fun-filled day-long adventure.

Stand-up paddleboarding

Stand-up paddleboarding is an excellent adventure for first-timers or families. The calm Mediterranean Sea makes it easy to balance and paddle out to deeper water or explore the craggy cliffs along the coast.

Explore the magic of Stegna Bay and snorkel in a secluded cave, or take the excursion to another level with some cliff jumping before paddling on.

Buggy Tours

Break away from regular holiday routines and explore the secret roads of Rhodes in an all-terrain buggy tour. You will zoom past coastal roads and mountain trails in search of exquisite scenery and abundant nature.  

This playful tour can be done in the daytime or taken as a sunset tour, and you will enjoy delicious local produce along the way.

Bike Tours

Get some fresh air with a bike tour of Rhodes. Ride on leisurely coastal roads or take on the hills and forests of the island to explore villages and nature alike.

Take a retro e-bike through the Old Town of Rhodes and see the Acropolis, or hop on a mountain bike to coast past orange groves and search for waterfalls. Enjoy Rhodes in an eco-friendly way and see learn about nature, culture and history while keeping active.

Scuba diving

The ideal conditions in the Aegean Sea make it possible for scuba diving enthusiasts to enjoy the sea for 8 months out of the year.

A full-day underwater scuba diving tour takes you to Kallithea Reef, where experienced divers can take the plunge several times throughout the day. Beginners can also learn a new skill while on holiday, with thorough explanations before taking to the water easy dives at Ladiko.

Quad Tours

Explore the south of Rhodes with a quad bike tour and reach remote beaches, lush forests and charming villages. These tours offer you the unique opportunity to explore the island on a safari-style tour and visit a picturesque church that is way off the tourist track.

Feel a rush of adrenaline as you maneuver your vehicle on rugged roads and end the day with a refreshing dip in a sheltered section of the coastline.

Parasailing

Parasailing tours in Rhodes are the easiest way to get your thrill on, in between stints of sunbathing and swimming on Tsambika Beach. Soar 100 meters in the air as a speedboat zooms through the water, dragging you behind safely strapped into a parachute. This activity is accessible to most travelers and lasts around 10 minutes, just long enough to get a proper adrenaline fix.

Kitesurfing lessons

The swell and wind gusts on Theologos Beach make this the ideal place to pick up some skills on a kitesurfing tour. Beginners and advanced kitesurfers will get a kick out of the lessons offered on the beach.

Calm morning conditions are ideal for first-timers while afternoon gusts bring welcome waves for more advanced riders. In May and October, you can also look forward to a robust wind from Turkey.

Jet Ski

Live out your Baywatch dreams with a jet-ski tour in Rhodes. You can enjoy the warm water of Ixia Bay and rent a state-of-the-art craft on Traounou Beach or Theologos Beach.

Ride the waves for a quick 15 minutes or a more adventurous 30 minutes in the north of the island as you take a break from a lazy day on the beach.

Windsurfing

Rhodes is a windsurfer's paradise, with its steady winds and stunning beaches. Adventurers can ride the waves and catch the wind, gliding across the turquoise waters on a windsurfing board propelled by the power of the wind.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced windsurfer, Rhodes offers ideal conditions for all skill levels. With professional instructors available for lessons and equipment rentals, windsurfing tours in Rhodes are accessible to all.

It's an exciting way to explore the island's coastline, feel the thrill of the wind in your sails, and enjoy an unforgettable water sports adventure in the Mediterranean.

Horse Riding

A horseback riding tour is romantic, exhilarating and memorable. In Rhodes, you have the option of taking a relaxing ride along the beach, where you will have the chance to lead your horse into the ocean and go for a swim.

Get in touch with nature as you hear the water brush up on the coast and your horse trod over the sand. Guided by experienced equestrians, riders can learn about the island's history, culture and flora and fauna, making it an eye-opening experience.

Rhodes offers a range of options for horseback riding tours to suit different skill levels, and everyone from beginners to experts are welcome.

Wakeboarding

Take to the water at Tsambika Beach and get your legs working with a wakeboarding tour. This pristine beach sits ideally between two rocky headlands, far from large-scale development.

The outstretched shoreline is perfect for beginners to enjoy calm water, while afternoons bring choppy conditions for those looking to show off their skills.

Abseiling

Advanced rock climbers and beginners will love this thrilling abseiling tour that combines adventure and natural beauty. Take a small hike to the craggy rockface in the northeast of the island before starting your climb.

Climbers can scramble up two fun routes before hiking up to a cave mouth and repelling down, with stunning scenery all around. This is a memorable addition to your Greek holiday that will spoil you with a good dose of adrenaline.