KARDAMENA BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
License-free Half Day on the Aegean: Pilot a Blue Water 170 from Kardamena
A short, 3-hour rental that lets families and couples helm a brand-new, easy-to-operate boat from Kardamena to the hidden coves of southern Kos.
License-free Half Day on the Aegean: Pilot a Blue Water 170 from Kardamena.
Depart straight from Kardamena and set a course along southern Kos on a license-free Blue Water 170. The operator gives a short safety briefing and basic instructions before you cast off, making this a simple, private way for novice skippers to reach secluded beaches and turquoise shallows toward Kefalos.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
No license, easy to handle
Run by Kardamena Rent a Boat, the Blue Water 170 requires no prior license or experience; the craft is family-friendly and designed for straightforward handling.
Secluded coves and turquoise water
The route takes you past a string of west-side beaches and quiet coves—ideal for private swims and shoreline exploration away from crowds.
A private, crowd-free experience
Rentals are intended as private outings for your party, so you can anchor at quieter spots and enjoy uninterrupted time on the water.
What the day feels like
How the morning (or afternoon) unfolds
After a short safety briefing in Kardamena you'll motor off along Kos’s southern shore. The easy-handling hull and clear instructions are set up for first-time drivers: slip into coves, drop anchor for swims, and cruise from beach to beach—stopping where the sea looks best—before returning to port.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should sit this one out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The advertised half-day rental runs for 3 hours.
Departures meet at 28is Oktovriou, Kardamena 853 02, Greece.
Before departure the team provides clear instructions and a short safety briefing; no prior license or experience is required to operate the boat.
The operator notes private rentals, a Bluetooth sound system onboard, and systems to support safety and rescue if needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I rent the boat by myself?
No. For safety reasons the operator only rents boats to a crew of at least two people; if you are alone you may rent with a captain.
Do I need a boat license to rent?
No license or previous experience is required to operate this boat.
What happens if there is an emergency or you need help?
The operator maintains an on-call power boat for assistance; all boats have GPS tracking and a cell phone signal is available.
Are families and children allowed?
Yes. The operator describes the rental as family-friendly and suitable for novice skippers.
Is fishing allowed from the rental boat?
No. Fishing equipment is not allowed on board.
Are intoxicants permitted on board?
No. Individuals under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances are not permitted to board, and such substances are not allowed.