10 Fishing Trips in Greece Worth Booking

1.Makarounas Fishing Boat Trip with swimming stop and BBQ on board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 831 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Spend about five hours fishing off Rhodes with Angelo and the captain, then swim and snorkel near Kallithea Caves. The crew supplies fishing help, drinks, and a generous BBQ lunch with fish, chicken, salad, bread, and fruit. Groups are limited to 12, and the boat returns to its waterfront meeting point.

“Really fun, Angelo was super nice. Well organised, lots of contact from the person organising the trip. Bathroom on board, nice lunch, and a nice stop for swimming. We went to 2 different fishing stops then a swimming stop. Would definitely recommend.”

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2.Santorini Fishing Private Cruise boat tour – BBQ, Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $514

Spend about five private hours around Santorini’s volcano with Captain Makis and first mate Elias. You’ll fish with provided gear, swim and snorkel in clear water, hear local stories, and enjoy a barbecue made aboard the boat. The route adapts to your interests and weather.

“An amazing day on the sea with incredible hosts. We felt like we made new friends when we left!! Do it!”

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3.Fishing Trip, Snorkelling, BBQ, & Professional Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 315 reviews · 5 hours · from $88

Spend five hours aboard a traditional 10-meter fishing boat with Skevos and Captain Mike. Learn trolling and seabed fishing, swim and snorkel in a quiet Rhodes bay, then eat grilled fish, sea bass, salad, and bread. The group is limited to 10, with fishing gear, drinks, Wi-Fi, a toilet, and a freshwater shower included.

“one of the best activity in Rhodes.Mike and Skevos were so friendly. Would definitely recommend it.”

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4.Fishing Trip Experience with a Greek Fisherman’s Family

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · 3 hours · from $56Best value

Meet Captain George and the crew at Dolphin Square for a three-hour fishing trip from Kos Port. You will fish from the wooden boat Agios Giorgios, using supplied rods, hooks, lures, and shrimp bait. The small group, limited to seven, gets hands-on help, coastal views, and a snack with refreshments.

“Really good fun, my partner and daughter hadn’t fished before and both caught. Good guide and really friendly. It’s a family run business and I would highly recommend it to anyone to give it a try”

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5.Fishing & Swimming Boat Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 83 reviews · 6 hours · from $147

Set out from Elounda with a local fishing guide, using rods and bait to catch fish in the Sea of Crete. Swim and snorkel near quiet coves while the crew cleans and cooks your catch. Antonis may handle your transfer, with guides such as George or Dimitris on board. Lunch, drinks, and equipment are included.

“Great for beginner fishing or taking the family or your partner fishing. Dinner was also good. However if you are expecting an advanced deep sea or charter fishing trip, this isn't what you are looking for.”

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6.Captain Manolis Fishing Trip with BBQ and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $92

Join Captain Manolis and his crew at Kolona Port for a 4.5-hour fishing trip off Rhodes. You get rods, bait, fishing help, a boat BBQ with fish, salad and bread, plus swimming, snorkeling and drinks. Groups are capped at 10, with captain Mike also part of the crew on some trips.

“We loved this activity! Captain Mike was great at showing us how to fish and we caught a few! Great bbq and very friendly atmosphere. Would definitely recommend it to others. Note we had a basically private activity as it was just four of us.”

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7.Rhodes Town: Fishing Boat Trip with Fish Meal and Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 73 reviews · 5 hours · from $76

Spend five hours aboard Makarounas Fishing Trip’s 10.5-meter boat from Mandraki Harbor. Angelo and captain Vassilis help beginners fish, prepare a fresh fish or chicken barbecue, and provide gear for swimming and snorkeling at a quiet cove. The boat carries up to 12 people and includes food, drinks, and fishing equipment.

“Everything went perfect! A day before we got massaged over WhatsApp and got asked if we want chicken, fish or a veggie food option and if we have any intolerance or allergies. We met at the harbour at 8:50, we went on the boat with 8 people with Angelo and the captain. Drinks where inclusive, there was also an toilet on board. First, we went around the gate of the city, it was an amazing view, after this we went to the first fishing spot, Angelo showed us how to fish, there were two different methods. After that we went to two other fishing spots and also took a break…”

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8.Fishing Trips Agios Nikolaos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Meet Captain Kostas and the boat Monomahos at Agios Nikolaos marina for four hours of rod fishing, coastal views, snacks, and a swim when weather allows. The group is limited to 10, and fishing equipment, drinks, coffee, and food are included. Kostas may be joined by his daughter Katerina.

“We had a really nice morning with Costa and we were able to catch a lot of fish. Thank you very much :)”

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9.Kefalos Bay Boat Cruise with Fishing, Swimming, & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 5 hours · from $61

Join Captain Jiannis and his crew for a five-hour cruise from Kefalos, with traditional line fishing, Kastri views, swimming, snorkeling, stone painting, and lunch cooked aboard. Hotel pickup from main areas, wine, water, and juice at lunch are included. Bring water shoes for the rough beach.

“Relaxing and fjn. The crew were exceptional. Food was amazing!”

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10.Glyfada Athens : Fishing and Swimming Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 5 hours · from $156

Join Stratos aboard the boat Christina from Glyfada’s 2nd Marina for five hours on the Saronic Gulf. You can fish with a rod or line, snorkel in clear water, swim, and enjoy shrimp pasta, fried fish, dakos salad, wine, beer, and Greek coffee. Morning and sunset departures are available for groups of up to 10.

“We loved it! It was a wonderful trip, Stratos is the perfect host! It felt like family, we had a super nice time, very tasty food and great wine! Can only recommend it to everyone!”

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