Dodecanese · George Yachts
Yacht Charter Rhodes
The largest Dodecanese island. Medieval walled town, Lindos acropolis, the bridge to the Turkish Aegean.
Last updated August 2026
Why Rhodes
Rhodes is **Greek charter's gateway to the Dodecanese and the Turkish Aegean**. It sits at the south-eastern edge of Greek waters, 11 nm from the Turkish coast, and is the natural starting point for charters that want to explore the eastern islands (Symi, Patmos, Kos) or cross into Turkish waters for the Bodrum-Marmaris loop. The **Old Town** is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe (UNESCO-listed since 1988), the **Lindos acropolis** is a 30-minute drive from Rhodes town and one of the most photographed archaeological sites in Greece, and the **Anthony Quinn Bay** anchorage on the east coast is a cinematic stop. From a yacht perspective, Rhodes works as a base for 7-14 day Dodecanese charters or as a one-way endpoint after a Cyclades-to-Dodecanese itinerary from Athens.
Yachts Ideal for Rhodes
8 yachts from the fleet
When to Visit Rhodes
Rhodes has the longest charter season in Greek waters - May through late October are all viable, with September and early October offering the warmest water in the country (24-26°C) and the gentlest weather. The meltemi reaches Rhodes in July-August but is meaningfully softer here than in the central Cyclades.
George's Insider Tips for Rhodes
- Anchor at Mandraki harbour for the Old Town view; sleep at Anthony Quinn Bay or Faliraki for quieter water.
- Lindos by car at dawn (07:00) is the magic time. Avoid the cruise-ship arrival window 10:00-15:00.
- Symi day-trip from Rhodes is 90 minutes each way. Worth it - Symi is one of the most beautiful harbours in Greece.
- Turkish cross-charter to Bodrum or Marmaris from Rhodes is 4-6 hours. Brief us 6 weeks ahead if you want this.
- Lindos has a few fine-dining restaurants. Mavrikos for traditional, Melenos for the rooftop view at sunset.
Frequently Asked
About chartering in Rhodes
Where does a yacht charter typically start in Rhodes?
Mandraki marina in Rhodes town is the standard departure port. Faliraki and Lindos are also possible boarding points for yachts repositioned.
Can we combine Rhodes with Turkish coast charter?
Not through this house. Our weeks begin and end in Greek waters and are arranged from Athens, Lefkada and Corfu; this page stays as a guide to Rhodes. Cross-border charters to the Turkish coast exist in the trade on yachts whose flag and paperwork allow it, and they are not ours to arrange.
What's the best Dodecanese itinerary from Rhodes?
Common 7-day loop: Rhodes-Symi-Tilos-Nisyros-Kos-Patmos-back to Rhodes. About 180 nm total. The Symi and Patmos anchorages are the highlights.
Is Rhodes too touristy for a luxury charter?
The Old Town and main beaches are tourist-dense, yes. But the yacht charter experience anchors away from the crowds - Anthony Quinn Bay, the south coast, Symi day trips. A Rhodes-based charter feels meaningfully more private than a hotel stay in Rhodes town.
When is the best time to charter from Rhodes?
Late May to mid-July for fewer crowds and reliable weather; mid-September to mid-October for the warmest water of the year. August is busy but yacht charters still operate comfortably.
How far is Rhodes from Symi, Kos and Patmos by yacht?
Rhodes to Symi is 25 nautical miles, an easy morning on any yacht and the classic first day. Rhodes to Kos is 45 nm, Kos to Symi 30 and Kos to Patmos 35, which is why the seven-day loop reads Rhodes, Symi, Kos, Patmos and back with no leg longer than a lunch-to-anchorage afternoon. Athens is 270 nm away and Santorini 130, so a yacht based in Athens reaches Rhodes on a delivery, not as part of your week.
Is Rhodes a good base for a catamaran charter?
One of the best in Greek waters. The meltemi that shapes the Cyclades arrives here softened, the east coast of Rhodes and the whole of Symi give sheltered water, and the distances between islands are short enough that a catamaran sails them without a long open-sea passage. Families and groups of eight to ten who want the table set at sea and a shallow-draft bay every evening are the guests we send here first.
How do we get to Rhodes to board the yacht?
Rhodes has an international airport with direct seasonal flights from most of Europe from April to October and year-round connections through Athens, fifty minutes away. Mandraki marina in Rhodes town is twenty minutes from the terminal. Guests arriving from the United States usually connect through Athens or London and board the same evening.