Beach days and beyond: Outdoor adventures in Rhodes, Greece
Explore the rugged beauty of Rhodes with boat tours, water sports, and hikes overlooking the sea.
Edited by Taylor Cahan | April 16, 2026
Rhodes offers the best of both worlds for travelers who enjoy a mix of downtime and discovery. Beyond the quiet beach setups, you’ll find a landscape built for hiking, boating, and world-class windsurfing. Staying at Aulūs Lindos Rhodes Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, puts you at the center of the action, serving as the perfect launchpad for island-wide adventures or on-site watersports.
In this article: Things to do in Rhodes, Greece
Boating off the coast in Rhodes
Boating off the coast in Rhodes
One of the best ways to experience the island is from the water. From Aulūs Lindos Rhodes Resort, you can book a private skipper-led motorboat from Glistra Beach or catch the local water taxi for a scenic ride to Lindos, where you can join a glass bottom boat tour. For a more expansive adventure, take a full-day cruise to the picturesque Symi Island to see the pastel-colored neoclassical houses and snorkel beneath towering cliffs in St. George’s Bay. Alternatively, make your way to Rhodes Town, the island’s capital, and spend your morning wandering the cobbled alleys of the Medieval City before sailing from Mandraki Marina. Back at the resort, retreat to your serene guest room or bungalow suite to unwind with a glass of wine on your private terrace.
Swimming in Rhodes’ Anthony Quinn Bay
Anthony Quinn Bay is a picture-perfect lagoon on the east coast of Rhodes, tucked between pine-covered cliffs and the Aegean Sea. The vibrant emerald waters and rocky reefs of the iconic cove create an underwater paradise for snorkeling, diving, and swimming. The quickest way to reach the bay from Lardos is by taxi or rental car via the coastal road towards Faliraki. You can also double-up your boat day by booking a day-trip cruise that includes a swimming stop in the bay. Before you head out in the morning, fuel up at the resort’s 24/7 buffet, stashing a few grab-and-go items for the road. After exploring the bay’s dramatic shoreline, enjoy an all-inclusive dinner of authentic Greek meze, Italian comfort dishes, or fresh sushi.
Hiking in Tsambika, Rhodes
For some of the most rewarding coastal panoramas on the island, embark on the short but steep climb to the whitewashed Panagia Tsambika Monastery. Start your morning with a yoga class on site before grabbing a taxi or public bus to Tsambika. There, 300 cypress-lined stone steps lead to wide views over the east coast and make the sea below feel even brighter when you return to it. Pair that effort with time at nearby Tsambika Beach, and the island’s stone-to-sea contrast starts to feel like the whole point of the trip. Later, return to the resort to recover at the spa with a soothing massage or restorative sauna session. Settle in for a sunset cocktail and evening entertainment that might stay mellow or turn lively with the night.
Windsurfing in Prasonisi, Rhodes
At the southern tip of the island, Prasonisi is where the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean meet. In the summer, the sandy strip forms a peninsula, and the double-sided shoreline creates a unique choose-your-own-adventure experience, with one side often rougher and wind-charged while the other stays calmer. This dramatic setting is the perfect arena for windsurfing, offering a thrilling show whether you’re on the board or on the shore. It’s the perfect outing for travelers who want spectacle, motion, and a final-day jolt of coastal drama rather than a quiet swim-and-read setup. If you prefer to stay on-site, Aulūs Lindos Rhodes Resort offers plenty to keep you moving. Head to the beach for windsurfing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding, enjoy a quick rally on the tennis courts, or hit the fitness center before relaxing poolside.
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