Private water taxi in Rhodes

Most transfers leave from Mandraki, the historic harbour right below the Old Town, marked by its medieval windmills and the deer statues at the entrance. For crossings to Turkey we usually depart through the commercial port at Kolona, where passport and customs formalities are handled. Your skipper confirms the exact pontoon the day before.

For the islands and the Turkish coast, yes. Symi has only a handful of ferries a day, and Marmaris by land means a flight and a border. A private boat goes when you want and straight to your destination. For Lindos on the same island, the boat spares you the summer traffic on the coast road, though a taxi can also be quick outside peak hours.

Prices are per boat, not per person, so a short hop like Rhodes to Symi starts around the figure shown and covers your whole private group. Longer crossings to Göcek or Bodrum cost more because of the distance and fuel. Border-crossing routes to Turkey also carry port and formality fees. We quote a fixed price once we know the date and pick-up point.

The Meltemi is the strong northerly that can build in July and August and makes the exposed north and west coasts choppy. On those days the sheltered east coast toward Lindos stays comfortable, and your skipper may adjust the timing or route for a smoother ride. Safety comes first, so a crossing can be shifted earlier in the day or rescheduled if conditions turn.