Aerial view of a Riptide boat cruising over clear turquoise water near Rhodes

Afandou Beach, Rhodes

Boat Rental Rhodes — No License Required

Choose a self-drive boat rental in Rhodes from Afandou Beach and explore the east coast at your own pace.

Pick a 2-hour, 3-hour, 4-hour, or full-day option. Fuel and onboard extras are included, and no boating license or previous experience is required.

2 to 6 HoursUp to 5 PeopleNo License Required

Duration

2–6 Hours

Capacity

Up to 5

Fuel

Included

Experience

Not Needed

Departure

Afandou Beach

No-license boat rental

Your Boat. Your Pace. The Rhodes Coast.

Riptide Watersports offers self-drive boat rental in Rhodes from our base at Afandou Beach. No boating license or previous experience is required. We explain the controls, safety guidance, and permitted route before you leave.

Cruise toward clear-water bays, stop for swimming or snorkeling, and enjoy the coastline without following a fixed group-tour schedule. Your final route is confirmed at check-in according to the rental length, weather, and sea conditions.

  • No boating license required
  • No previous experience needed
  • Fuel included in every rental
  • Portable speaker included
  • Small cooler with ice for your drinks
  • Snorkelling gear for the whole crew
  • Operating and safety briefing
  • Room for up to five people
  • Departure from Afandou Beach
Self-drive rental boat on clear water near Afandou Beach in Rhodes
Inside the Riptide self-drive boat in Rhodes
Riptide boat seen from above in clear Rhodes water

Plan with confidence

Boat Rental Rhodes FAQs

The essentials for choosing and preparing for your self-drive boat rental.

Boat rental FAQDo I need a license to rent a boat in Rhodes?

No. Our self-drive rental boat can be operated without a boating license. We provide an operating and safety briefing before departure.

Boat rental FAQDo I need previous boating experience?

No previous experience is needed. We explain the controls, safety guidance, and permitted route before you leave Afandou Beach.

Boat rental FAQHow many people can join the boat rental?

The boat can accommodate up to five people, making it suitable for couples, families, and small groups.

Boat rental FAQIs fuel included?

Yes. Fuel is included in the rental price for the agreed route and duration.

Boat rental FAQWhat equipment is included with the boat?

Every rental includes a portable speaker, a small cooler with ice and room for a couple of drinks, and snorkelling gear for the whole crew.

Boat rental FAQWhere does the boat rental start?

Every rental starts from the Riptide Watersports base at Afandou Beach on the east coast of Rhodes.

Boat rental FAQWhich boat rental duration should I choose?

Choose two hours for a shorter coastal trip, three or four hours for more swimming and sightseeing time, or the six-hour full-day option for the most relaxed experience.

Boat rental FAQWhere can I go with the boat?

Possible highlights include Traganou, Ladiko Bay, Anthony Quinn Bay, and Tsambika Beach. Your final permitted route is confirmed at check-in based on your rental length and sea conditions.

Boat rental FAQWhat happens if the weather is unsafe?

If wind, waves, or weather make the trip unsafe, we can reschedule your rental. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund is available.

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  • Fuel included
  • No license required