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Six Hours of Aegean Blue: A Power Catamaran Circuit from Mandraki
A 6-hour Power Catamaran Day Cruise from Mandraki Harbor that visits Rhodes’ most swim-friendly bays while serving homemade Mediterranean cuisine and Greek wine — this guide distills the route, what to bring, and who should join.
Six Hours of Aegean Blue: A Power Catamaran Circuit from Mandraki.
Off Mandraki Harbor, a Leopard-class power catamaran cuts a deliberate arc through Rhodes’ warm, clear water on a six-hour day cruise. The itinerary strings together short sightseeing passages and timed stops for swimming and snorkeling at several celebrated bays and springs, while the crew serves breakfast, a Mediterranean buffet lunch, fresh fruit and drinks aboard.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Swim and snorkel the island’s best bays
The itinerary focuses on short sight-seeing hops and roughly hour-long stops at multiple bays and springs where guests can swim and snorkel in clear, warm water — the core reason most travelers book this cruise.
Homemade Mediterranean fare and Greek wine onboard
Throughout the cruise passengers enjoy a spread of Mediterranean and vegetarian dishes prepared on board, plus fresh fruit, drinks and Greek wine served as part of the experience.
Intimate group size on a comfortable catamaran
The cruise runs with a maximum of 24 passengers plus crew, allowing for relaxed circulation on deck and easy access to the fore and flybridge areas while the boat anchors at each stop.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day alternates between short cruising legs and roughly hour-long shore breaks: a morning dip after leaving Mandraki, a quiet beach lunch stop, and additional swims at iconic coves and springs. Expect a relaxed tempo — time to snorkel, lounge on deck and sample homemade Mediterranean dishes and Greek wine as the catamaran shuttles you between clear-water anchorages.
THE ROUTE
Swim and snorkel the island’s best bays
The itinerary focuses on short sight-seeing hops and roughly hour-long stops at multiple bays and springs where guests can swim and snorkel in clear, warm water — the core reason most travelers book this cruise.
THE TABLE
Homemade Mediterranean fare and Greek wine onboard
Throughout the cruise passengers enjoy a spread of Mediterranean and vegetarian dishes prepared on board, plus fresh fruit, drinks and Greek wine served as part of the experience.
THE VESSEL
Intimate group size on a comfortable catamaran
The cruise runs with a maximum of 24 passengers plus crew, allowing for relaxed circulation on deck and easy access to the fore and flybridge areas while the boat anchors at each stop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack swimwear, a towel, sun hat, sunscreen and a camera for snorkeling and shore breaks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The cruise lasts approximately 6 hours.
Where do we meet for departure?
Boarding and departure take place at Mandraki Harbor.
Are meals and drinks included?
Yes — breakfast, lunch, fresh fruits and drinks are included; the crew also serves homemade Mediterranean dishes and Greek wine during the cruise.
Which bays and beaches does the cruise visit?
The itinerary includes stops at Ladiko Bay, Afandou Beach, Anthony Quinn Bay and Kallithea Springs for swimming and snorkeling.
Can I swim and snorkel from the boat?
Yes — the cruise schedules roughly hour-long stops at bays and springs specifically for swimming and snorkeling.
How many people are on board?
The cruise runs with a maximum of 24 passengers plus crew.
Is the cruise suitable for passengers with mobility issues or late pregnancy?
No — the operator states the cruise is not suitable for people with mobility impairments or for high pregnant women.